Study in Sweden Fully Funded: The Swedish Institute Scholarship 2025

Have you been looking forward to a fully funded scholarship for your master’s degree program? or, maybe you have applied to several scholarships this year but have no position response yet. Well, there is no giving up because the Swedish Institute (SI) Scholarship for Global Professionals like you which is a prestigious, fully-funded scholarship designed for individuals seeking to pursue master’s studies in Sweden will soon start receiving applications.

This scholarship program is targeted at global professionals committed to advancing sustainable development in their home countries and regions after their studies. The scholarship is available for full-time, one or two-year master’s programs. The scholarship covers a wide range of fields, supporting over 700 English-taught programs. Recipients benefit from full tuition coverage, a monthly living allowance, and a travel grant. They also gain access to an exclusive network of global leaders through the SI Network for Future Global Professionals, enhancing both their personal and professional development during their time in Sweden.

Applicants for the SI Scholarship must meet several key criteria, including citizenship in one of the eligible countries, demonstrated work experience, and leadership experience in professional or civil society contexts. To apply for this scholarship, you are required to apply for a master’s program that aligns with Sweden’s Sustainable Development Goals and to be liable for tuition fees at the Swedish University where you have been accepted. You can find more details about this scholarship below.

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About the Fully Funded   Swedish Institute Scholarship

• Country of study: Sweden

• Level of study: Master’s

• Institution: Swedish Universities

• Funding Type: Fully Funded

• Required Language: English

• Eligible Countries: Selected countries 

• Application Status: Opens in February 2025

• Number of Awards: About 250 scholarships offered yearly 

• Duration: 1 to 2 years, depending on the master’s program duration 

• Annual Value: Tuition fees, living expenses of SEK 11,000 per month, travel grants (one-time), insurance, and membership in the SI Network for Global Professionals

• Application Deadline: The application process for the 2025/2026 academic year opens in February 2025

NOTE: It is advised you apply to your preferred master’s program now before the scholarship application opens.

What the Fully Funded   Swedish Institute Scholarship Covers

• Tuition Fees: Full coverage of tuition fees paid directly to the Swedish university each semester

• Monthly Allowance: SEK 12,000 per month to cover living expenses throughout the study period

• Travel Grant: SEK 15,000 (SEK 10,000 for scholars from Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Georgia, Moldova, and Ukraine) as a one-time payment.

• Membership: Inclusion in the SI Network for Future Global Professionals (NFGP) for professional growth and networking opportunities.

• Alumni Network: Membership in the SI Alumni Network for continued networking and professional development after the scholarship period ends.

Eligibility Criteria for the Fully Funded Swedish Institute Scholarship

The eligibility criteria for the Swedish Institute (SI) Scholarship for Global Professionals are as follows:

1. Citizenship: You must be a citizen of a country eligible for the SI Scholarship (Find the list of eligible countries for previous years below). You do not need to reside in your country of citizenship at the time of the application. Dual citizens should only use one citizenship when applying.

2. Master’s Program: You must apply to one of the eligible master’s programs in Sweden. Over 700 English-taught master’s programs are eligible for the scholarship, and the list of eligible programs will be published on 1 November 2024 on the website.

3. University Admission: You must be liable to pay tuition fees to Swedish universities and follow the application process through University Admissions. You need to be admitted (or conditionally admitted) to one of the eligible master’s programs by 27 March 2025.

4. Work Experience: You must demonstrate relevant work experience. The required amount and type of work experience may vary by region, but applicants with more experience will be prioritized. For certain regions, at least 3,000 hours of work experience are required, which can be accumulated from up to three employers.

5. Leadership Experience: You must have demonstrated leadership experience in your current or previous roles, which could include leading colleagues, influencing strategy, or being involved in decision-making processes. Leadership experience can also be gained through civil society or organizational involvement.

6. Other Restrictions:

• You are not eligible if you are currently enrolled in or hold a degree from a Swedish university, have previously been awarded an SI scholarship, or have resided in Sweden for two years or more prior to the start of the scholarship period.

• Individuals with Swedish or EU/EEA citizenship, Swedish permanent residence permits, or dual citizenship in ineligible countries are not eligible (except for specific cases such as Ukrainian applicants under temporary protection or Moldovans with Romanian citizenship).

Eligible Countries for the Swedish Institute Scholarship

Armenia

Azerbaijan

Bangladesh

Bolivia

Belarus

Brazil

Cambodia

Cameroon

Colombia

Ecuador

Egypt

Ethiopia

Gambia

Georgia

Ghana

Guatemala

Honduras

Indonesia

Jordan

Kenya

Liberia

Malawi

Moldova

Morocco

Myanmar (Burma)

Nepal

Nigeria

Pakistan

Peru

Philippines

Rwanda

South Africa

Sri Lanka

Sudan

Tanzania

Tunisia

Uganda

Ukraine

Vietnam

Zambia

Zimbabwe

Application Procedure for the Fully Funded Swedish Institute Scholarship

Here is the application procedure for the SI Scholarship

1. Apply for a Master’s Programme:

Timeline: 15 October 2024 – 15 January 2025

Complete your application for a master’s program at a Swedish university through University Admissions before the January deadline.

2. Apply for the Global Professionals Scholarship:

Timeline: 10 February 2025 – 26 February 2025

Once you have applied for a master’s program, submit your scholarship application through the designated portal during the application period.

3. SI Screening and Evaluation:

Timeline: 27 February 2025 – 26 March 2025

Your scholarship application will be screened and evaluated by the Swedish Institute.

4. Notifications from University Admissions:

Timeline: 27 March 2025

You will receive notifications regarding your admission status from University Admissions.

5. Final Evaluation and Announcement of Scholarship Recipients:

Timeline: 27 March 2025 – 24 April 2025

Final evaluations will be conducted, and scholarship recipients will be announced by the Swedish Institute.

Official Scholarship Page