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World Bank scholarship for the Master in Development Practice at Columbia

Deadline
39 days left
Funding
Fully funded
Level
Master’s
Country
United States
Language
English

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This World Bank scholarship is tied to Columbia SIPA's MPA in Development Practice, a master's degree in international development and public policy. It is intended for nationals of eligible countries who are applying to this program and can secure admission. The stated coverage includes tuition, a living stipend, housing, round-trip travel, and health insurance. To be considered by December 20, 2026, you need to handle the master's application early and verify the scholarship application route without delay.

Verified on 10 October 2026

This World Bank scholarship supports nationals from eligible countries admitted to the Master in Development Practice at Columbia University in the United States, covering tuition, housing, travel, and insurance, with a deadline set for December 20, 2026. Applications close on 20 December 2026, that is in 39 days.

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How to apply

Before preparing your application, check the blocking conditions.

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Conditions

Blocking requirements

  • Candidature séparée

    Drawn from the published conditions, to be confirmed with the organiser.

  • Nationalité ou résidence dans un pays éligible

    Drawn from the published conditions, to be confirmed with the organiser.

  • Diplôme requis : Licence (Bachelor's degree) ou équivalent.

  • Expérience requise : Expérience professionnelle pertinente requise (détails spécifiques à vérifier sur le portail JJ/WBGSP).

Dr Kafoutchoni’s reading

The key phrase here is "Fellowship Consideration": December 20, 2026 is the point at which your file enters the funding competition, not just an administrative marker. The trap is to assume that a strong master's application will be enough, when admission to the program and the scholarship route have to move together. The other real difficulty lies elsewhere: proving relevant professional experience early enough and confirming that your nationality falls within the JJ/WBGSP scope. The right move is to complete your Columbia application in English first, then immediately check your JJ/WBGSP eligibility and experience evidence before submitting well ahead of December 20, 2026.

Dr Medard Kafoutchoni · PhD in Genetics & Bioinformatics · Scholarship Strategist.

Deadlines

Deadline: Open2027

Date limite pour la considération des bourses (Fellowship Consideration).

What is actually funded

  • TuitionLa bourse JJ/WBGSP couvre généralement les frais de scolarité, une allocation de subsistance, le voyage et l'assurance santé (détails exacts à confirmer sur le site officiel de la bourse).
  • Living allowanceIncluse dans le package de la bourse JJ/WBGSP.
  • TravelCouverture des frais de voyage aller-retour.
  • Health insuranceCouverture santé incluse.

Also covered: Accommodation

Countries covered

Eligible applicants are nationals of World Bank member countries that are eligible for lending and are applying to Columbia's MPA in Development Practice. Nationality alone is not enough: admission to the program and relevant professional experience are required, and awardees generally commit to returning to their home country after their studies.

Application pathway

A short path from reading the brief to submitting a properly prepared application.

  1. Check the conditions

    Read the exclusions and blocking requirements before investing time in the application.

  2. Prepare the documents

    Gather the documents below and confirm what the programme actually requests.

  3. Submit on the official site

    Use the official application link and respect the deadline for the relevant cycle.

  4. Track the cycle

    Keep proof of submission and watch for follow-up requests from the provider.

Documents to prepare or confirm

This list helps you prepare; it does not replace the programme’s official checklist.

  • Identity document or passport
  • Degrees, transcripts and academic records
  • CV or academic and professional background
  • Motivation statement, project or written responses

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Master's cohort

Prepare three master's applications with a group

The deadline for this scholarship is 20 December 2026. Master's cohort: 6 live sessions of 90 minutes and 2 individual feedback sessions of 20 minutes. You prepare three applications and submit them yourself.

Apply to the cohort80,000 FCFA (about €122). 15 places, applications until 29 November, first session on 5 December.

Or start with the free Application Audit

See also: Master's scholarships for African students · Fully funded scholarships for African candidates

These briefs are drawn from official sources on the date shown. Programmes change their rules without notice: always check the provider’s own site before applying.

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