Scholarship
JICA Scholarship SDG Global Leaders Program
This program supports the development of future leaders in Kiribati by providing opportunities for advanced study in Japan. It focuses on capacity building to address global development challenges.
About this scholarship
JICA Scholarship SDG Global Leaders Program is offered by Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) at master and phd level. The award is valued at Varies, provided as full ride support.
What the funding covers
This scholarship is classified as full ride funding. Applicants selected receive Varies. Selection is merit-based, so academic and personal achievement carry the most weight.
Who can apply
The award is open to candidates applying at master and phd level. Eligible study areas include Public Policy, Economics and Development Studies. Nationality requirements apply: Kiribati.
Eligibility
Suitably qualified I-Kiribati citizens as announced by the Public Service Office.
How to apply
Applications close on 2027-12-31. Requirements are set by the provider and can change between intakes, so verify each item on the official page before submitting.
Eligible study levels
master and phd
Fields of study
Public Policy, Economics and Development Studies
Nationality requirements
Kiribati
Funding basis
Merit-based
Some scholarship details still require source confirmation. Confirm the study destination and applicant eligibility with the provider before applying.
Key details
- Provider
- Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA)
- Award
- Varies
- Funding type
- full ride
- Selection basis
- Merit-based
- Study levels
- master and phd
- Fields of study
- Public Policy, Economics and Development Studies
- Nationality
- Kiribati
- Deadline
- Open · 2027-12-31
Confirm current eligibility, deadlines, and application instructions with the provider before applying.
Reference sourceSource last checked: 2026-09-20