Applications are now open for the University of Auckland Scholarship 2026 in New Zealand under the Asian Development Bank (ADB) – Japan Scholarship Program. This is an excellent opportunity for talented students from developing countries to study at one of New Zealand’s top universities with all expenses fully covered.
The ADB-Japan Scholarship Program (ADB-JSP) is funded by the Government of Japan and provides opportunities for students from ADB member countries to pursue postgraduate studies in fields related to economics, management, science and technology, and development studies. Each year, hundreds of scholarships are awarded to students from different regions to help them build professional skills and contribute to their home countries’ growth.
The scholarship supports Master’s degree programs of 1.5 to 2 years at the University of Auckland. It aims to develop future leaders who can bring development-oriented solutions to global challenges.
Host Country: New Zealand
Host University: University of Auckland
Scholarship Provider: Asian Development Bank (ADB) – Japan Scholarship Program
Degree Level: Master’s (1.5–2 years)
Financial Coverage: Fully Funded
Eligible Applicants: Citizens of ADB member countries
Deadline: Varies by university program (generally between December and January)
Students can apply to the following programs and faculties:
Master of Public Health
Master of Science (Environmental Science)
Master of Arts (Development Studies)
Master of International Business
Master’s programs in Engineering
Auckland Bioengineering Institute
Business School
Creative Arts and Industries
Education and Social Work
Law
Liggins Institute
Medical and Health Sciences
Research Institutes and Centers
The ADB-JSP Scholarship is fully funded, covering all expenses:
Full tuition fees at the University of Auckland
Round-trip airfare between the student’s home country and New Zealand
Living allowance for basic expenses in Auckland
Health and medical insurance
Travel allowance for return to the home country after study completion
Additional grant for thesis preparation (if applicable)
To qualify, applicants must:
Be a citizen of an ADB member country
Hold a bachelor’s degree or equivalent with an excellent academic record
Have at least two years of full-time professional work experience
Be under 35 years old (up to 45 for senior officials)
Be proficient in English (valid IELTS required)
Have secured admission to an approved master’s program at the University of Auckland
Submit all required academic and professional documents
Not have previously received an ADB or other fully funded scholarship
Completed ADB Scholarship Application Form
Offer Letter from the University of Auckland
Academic Transcripts and Degree Certificates
Certificate of Employment and Income
Valid Passport Copy
English Language Proficiency (IELTS)
Motivation Letter or Statement of Purpose
The application deadline depends on the University of Auckland’s admission timeline — usually between December and January each year.
The application process for the ADB-Japan Scholarship at the University of Auckland is conducted online.
Applicants must:
Complete the online application form
Attach all required documents
Submit the filled form and documents by post to the University of Auckland before the deadline
