Applications are invited from candidates to apply for the Swedish Government’s SI Scholarship for Global Professionals. International students from 42 countries can apply for Swedish Government Scholarships 2023-24. Students who wish to pursue a master’s degree at top universities in Sweden are encouraged to apply. This is the most significant opportunity for brilliant students to study for free from overseas. The Swedish government is offering a fully funded scholarship to complete a master’s degree in Sweden.
| Award country | Sweden |
| Scholarship coverage | Fully Funded |
| No. of Scholarships | 250 |
| Eligible nationality | International |
| Admission Application Period | 15 October 2024 – 15 January 2025 |
| Scholarships Application Period | 10 – 26 February 2025 |
The scholarship is supported by the Swedish Ministry of Foreign Affairs and is available for full-time, one- or two-year master’s programs. An SI scholarship is available for almost 700 master’s programs with an English teaching component.
Financial Benefits of Fully Funded SI Scholarship for Global Professionals in Sweden:
The Swedish Institute Scholarship is a fully funded scholarship for international students from 42 countries to study at the best universities in Sweden. Further details of expenses covered are given below:
- Full free tuition will be provided.
- Living expenses of SEK 12,000 will be provided monthly for the duration of the scholarship.
- A travel allowance of SEK 11000 – 15,000 will be provided.
- University admission fees will not be included.
List of Available Study Fields:
- Mathematics
- Natural Science
- Computer Science and Engineering
- Social Sciences and Behavioral Sciences
- Veterinary Medicine and Nursing
- Art, design and media
- Business Administration and Economics
- Education/Pedagogical Sciences/Didactics
- Agriculture, horticulture, forestry and fishing
- Health and medical care
- Law and legal studies
- Materials, construction and manufacturing
- Religious studies
- Technique
- Humanities
- Social work and social care
- Journalism, communication and information
- Languages
Documents Required:
The following documents are required to apply g for the SI Scholarship for Global Professionals:
- Cover letter
- Updated curriculum vitae / (CV)
- Reference letters
- Valid and completed proof of work and management experience
- A copy of your valid passport
List of Eligible Countries:
- Azerbaijan
- Armenia
- Belarus
- Bolivia
- Brazil
- Bangladesh
- Cambodia
- Colombia
- Cameroon
- Ethiopia
- Egypt
- Ecuador
- Ghana
- Guatemala
- Gambia
- Georgia
- Honduras
- Indonesia
- Jordan
- Kenya
- Liberia
- Myanmar (Burma)
- Morocco
- Malawi
- Moldova
- Nigeria
- Nepal
- Pakistan
- Philippines
- Peru
- Rwanda
- Russian Federation
- Sudan
- Sri Lanka
- Tanzania
- Tunisia
- turkey
- Ukraine
- Uganda
- Vietnam
- Zambia
- Zimbabwe
Eligibility Criteria for SI Scholarship for Global Professionals:
Candidates must meet the following criteria to apply for the Swedish Institute Scholarships 2024-25 by the Swedish Government:
- You must be a national of a nation (given above) that is qualified to receive an SI scholarship. You are not required to be a resident of the nation at the time of application, though.
- You must be qualified for SI scholarships for the master’s programs you are applying to.
- By March 30, 2023, you must be eligible for financial aid from Swedish institutions, have completed the university admissions process, and be accepted into one of the approved master’s programs.
- A minimum of 3,000 hours of proven work experience is required.
- Candidates must have leadership experience from work or a company.
- See additional eligibility criteria Click here
Application Deadline:
The application deadline for Swedish Government Scholarships 2025-26 for International Students is February 26, 2025.
Key Dates
- 16 October 2024 – 15 January 2025: Apply to Swedish master’s programs through University Admissions.
- November: SI Scholarship application documents are published.
- 12 – 28 February: The application portal for the SI Scholarship is open.
- 21 March – University admissions announcement day.
- 25 April: SI Scholarship announcement day.
Procedure to apply for SI Scholarship for Global Professionals
There is a step-by-step procedure for applying for Swedish institution scholarships. First, apply to a Swedish university and then you can apply for a Swedish institute scholarship. The link to the instructions and advertisement is below:
- First, applicants must apply to the master’s degree program by 15 January 2025.
- Once applicants have submitted their application, they will receive an application number. Remember this number as you must provide this number when applying for a scholarship.
- The scholarship application portal will open on February 10 and close on February 26, 2025.
Apply here for a master’s program or go for more details about SI Scholarship for Global Professionals.
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