Fully funded scholarship in Sweden; Here’s how you can apply

Sweden has announced a scholarship opportunity supported by the Swedish Government, aimed at achieving and contributing to the United Nations’ 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.

Swedish Institute Scholarships for Global Professionals encompass extraordinary opportunities. Participants become lifelong members of the Future Global Leaders, developing relationships within the Swedish Alumni Networks. This scholarship program is fully funded by the Swedish Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

Course Duration:

Master’s Degree Programs for 1-2 years.

Fields of study:

For a comprehensive list of eligible master’s programs for the academic year 2024/2025, the link to the details of the program is https://si.se/app/uploads/2017/10/updated.-sisgp_eligible_master_programmes_2024_2025.pdf

Eligibility Criteria for the Scholarship

1. The candidate must have work experience of a minimum of 3000 hours.
2. The candidate must have demonstrated leadership experience from the employment.
3. The candidate must be engaged as a leader in civil society engagements.
4. The candidate must be able to get admission to an SI Scholarship-eligible master’s program.

How to Apply?

1. Visit UniversityAdmissions.se and apply for your master’s program(s) by January 15, 2024. After submitting your application, you will receive an eight-digit personal application number. Keep this number for your SI Scholarship application to ensure accuracy and avoid disqualification.
2. The candidate has to apply for SI scholarships separately after completing the admission application.
3. You can apply for up to 4 master’s programs for SI Scholarship in Sweden 2024.
4. Once an applicant submits his or her admission application, he or she will receive a personal application number.
5. A candidate must save this application number for applying to the Global Professional Program (Swedish Institute Scholarship).

Benefits of the Scholarship:

1. The scholarship will cover the full tuition fee.
2. The living expenses will be covered and a monthly stipend of SEK 12,000 will be given.
3. Medical insurance will be covered.
4. A travel grant of SEK 15,000 will be provided for the entire period of study.
5. The fellows will get membership in the SI Network for Future Global Leaders.
   
   
   
   Required documents for the scholarship:
   1. Motivation letter
   2. CV
   3. Letters of reference
   4. Valid and completed proof of work and leadership experience
   5. Copy of your valid passport
   
   
   Deadline:
   Applicants can apply for the Global Professional Scholarship from 10 February to 28 February 2024.