The Swedish Institute Scholarship for Global Professionals seeks to nurture future leaders with a commitment to contributing to the United Nations 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, fostering positive and sustainable development in their home countries.
This initiative is financially supported by the Swedish Ministry for Foreign Affairs, providing a distinctive chance for participants to enhance their professional and academic skills, immerse themselves in Swedish society and culture, and establish enduring connections with Sweden and fellow scholarship recipients.
Swedish Institute Scholarship Summary
Swedish Institute Scholarship Details:
The Swedish Institute Scholarship for Global Professionals is an academic grant designed for full-time one- or two-year master’s studies in Sweden. This scholarship encompasses a diverse array of study fields, including over 700 of the 1000 English-taught master’s programs in Sweden. Applications for the scholarship are accepted annually for Master’s studies commencing in the autumn semester.
Eligibility Requirements for 2024 Swedish Institute Scholarship:
To be considered for the Swedish Institute Scholarship, applicants must:
- Be a citizen of one of the 41 countries that is eligible for the SI Scholarship for Global Professionals;
- Apply for a master’s programme that is eligible for the SI scholarship;
- Be liable to pay tuition fees at University Admissions;
- Have demonstrated work experience;
- Have demonstrated leadership experience from current or previous employer, or from civil society engagement.
Benefits of Swedish Institute Scholarship:
The Scholarship for Global Professionals is a competitive fully-funded scholarship that includes:
- Full tuition fee coverage. The fee is paid directly by SI to your Swedish university in the beginning of each semester.
- A monthly allowance of SEK 12,000 to cover your living expenses throughout the study period.
- Insurance against illness and accident.
- A travel grant of SEK 15,000 (*10,000 for scholars from Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Georgia, Moldova and Ukraine). This is a one-time payment and does not apply for students already living in Sweden.
- Membership in the SI Network for Future Global Professionals (NFGP) – a platform to help you grow professionally and build a network while in Sweden.
- After your scholarship period has ended, you become a member of the SI Alumni Network. As a member, you get a unique opportunity for continued networking and professional development.
How to Apply for Swedish Institute Scholarship:
Interested and qualified applicants should use the apply button below to proceed to the application page.
