As part of the Joint Japan/World Bank Graduate Scholarship Program (JJ/WBGSP) 2025, The Prestigious John's Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health is now accepting applications from qualified students to apply for their Renowned Public Health Master's Programme.
This prestigious program offers fully funded scholarships to individuals from select developing countries who possess relevant professional experience and a commitment to their countries' development. The scholarship supports master's degree studies in Public Health at John's Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health. This article will provide you with a comprehensive guide to help you navigate this exciting opportunity!
Scholarship Snapshot
Host Institutio: John's Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health
Location: Baltimore, Maryland, USA
Study Level: Master's degree.
Awarded Degree: Master's in Public Health
Funding: Fully funded. Full tuition, monthly living stipend & other allowances.
Duration: Duration of the graduate program or two years, whichever is less.
Eligible to: Citizens of World Bank member developing countries with relevant professional experience and a history of supporting their countries’ development efforts.
Application Deadlines: February 28, 2025,
Scholarship Overview
The JJ/WBGSP Scholarships is designed to support mid-career professionals from developing countries in pursuing master's degrees in development-related fields, part of which is the Public Health Master's Programme at John's Hopkins University, Bloomberg School of Public Health. The program aims to enhance the skills and expertise of individuals committed to contributing to the social and economic development of their home countries.
About The Programme
The Master programme in Public Health at Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health prepares students to become leading public health professionals. With a rigorous, multidisciplinary curriculum, the program equips students to address global health challenges using evidence-based approaches. Students benefit from a diverse learning environment, hands-on experiences, and opportunities to engage with renowned faculty and peers.
Scholarship Coverage
The JJ/WBGSP Scholarship at John's Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health provides awardees with a fully package of funding the covers the following:
Tuition Fees: Full tuition waiver the entire duration for your graduate program
Living Stipend: A monthly allowance to cover living expenses, varying depending on the host country.
Health Insurance: Basic medical insurance obtained through the university.
Air Travel: Economy class air travel between your home country and the host university at the start and end of the program, plus a $600 travel allowance for each trip.
What Is Not Covered?
The JJ/WBGSP scholarship does not cover:
Visa application(s) costs
Expenses to bring and/or support a scholar's family members;
Extra-curricular courses or training;
Language training not provided by the graduate program;
Additional travel during the course of the study program;
Expenses related to research, supplementary educational materials, field trips, participation in workshops/seminars, or internships; or
Educational equipment such as computers.
Resident permit fee
Eligibility Criteria
Be a national of a World Bank member developing country.
Not hold dual citizenship with any developed country.
Be in good health.
Hold a bachelor's degree earned at least three years prior to the application deadline.
Have at least three years of paid development-related work experience acquired within the past six years.
Be employed in development-related work in a paid full-time position at the time of application.
Be unconditionally admitted (except for funding) Master programme in Public Health at Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health .
Commit to return to their home country to use their new skills and contribute to their countries’ social and economic development.
Not be an Executive Director, their alternate, or staff of any type of appointment of the World Bank Group, or a close relative of the aforementioned.
Application Procedure
1). Check Eligibility and Guidelines
Before Starting your application:
Check the eligibility criteria above
Carefully Read the Application Guidelines [PDF]
Check if you are a national of an eligible country (Available here)
2. Obtain Admission
Apply and obtain an unconditional admission (except for funding) to the Masters Programme in Public Health at Johns Hopkins University.
ℹ️ Ensure you upload the letter of admission before submitting the scholarship application.
3. Prepare Application Documents
Completed application form (You will only be able to access the application form after submitting your unconditional admission document from step 3)
Letter of admission from master’s program.
Curriculum vitae (CV) or resume.
Personal statement outlining your career goals and how the scholarship will help you achieve them.
Two reference letters from individuals familiar with your professional work.
Academic transcripts and diplomas.
Proof of language proficiency (if applicable).
3. Submit Application
Submit your application online through the JJ/WBGSP website before the deadline.
🗓️ Application Deadline: February 28, 2025
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