SI Scholarship for Global Professionals

Scholarship Host

The Swedish Institute (SI) offers scholarships for international students to pursue full-time master’s studies in Sweden. The program aims to build a network of global leaders dedicated to promoting sustainable development.

Eligibility Criteria

(i) Eligible Countries: Applicants must hold citizenship in one of 33 eligible countries, including nations from Africa, Asia, Latin America, Eastern Europe, and the Middle East.

(ii) Master’s Program: Applicants must apply to one of the more than 750 English-taught master’s programs eligible for the scholarship.

(ii) Admission Requirements: Candidates must meet the university’s admission criteria and be required to pay tuition fees.

(iii)Work Experience: Demonstrated professional work experience is required.

(iv) Leadership Skills: Applicants must show leadership experience through professional roles or active engagement in civil society.

(v) Dual citizens must choose one nationality for their application. Submitting multiple applications using dual citizenship will result in disqualification.

Benefits

(i) Tuition Fees: Full coverage of tuition fees, paid directly to the university.

(ii) Living Expenses: Monthly stipend of SEK 12,000 to support living costs.

(iii) Travel Grant: One-time travel allowance of SEK 15,000 (SEK 10,000 for specific countries).

(iv) Networking Opportunities: Membership in the SI Network for Future Global Professionals (NFGP) during the study period.

(v) Alumni Network: Lifetime membership in the SI Alumni Network for continued professional development and networking.

(vi) The scholarship does not cover family allowances, health insurance, application fees, program changes, or extensions.

Scholarship Deadline

(i) Master’s Program Application Period: October 15, 2024 – January 15, 2025

(ii) Scholarship Application Guide Published: November 1, 2024

(iii) Scholarship Application Period: February 10 – February 26, 2025

(iv) University Admission Results: March 27, 2025

(v) Scholarship Announcement: April 24, 2025

Link To Apply

https://si.se/en/apply/scholarships/swedish-institute-scholarships-for-global-professionals/