The Swedish Institute Scholarships are the most reputed scholarships offered in Sweden. These are open for all the international students. This fully funded scholarship is available for the students who want to pursue their master’s degree in Sweden.

The scholarship is sponsored by Sweden government. It is funded by Swedish Ministry of Foreign Affairs. It aims to:

  • Achieve and contribute to United Nations’ 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.
  • Acknowledge leadership qualities in the students
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Benefits of Swedish Institute Scholarships for Global Professionals:

It is a fully funded scholarship which includes the following benefits to the awarding students.

  • Tuition fees:

There is a full coverage of the tuition by the Swedish institute. It is directly paid at the start of each studying semester. Students don’t have to worry about it.

  • Monthly stipend:

The monthly stipend is also allotted to the individuals in which they can easily cover their living expenses. There is an amount of SEK 12,000.

  • Travel expenses:

The students from foreign countries are granted with the travel fund of about SEK 15,000 which covers the relevant expenses. However, anybody coming from Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Georgia, Moldova and Ukraine are given SEK 10,000.

  • Membership in NFGP:

The scholars will get an opportunity to become a member of the SI Network for Future Global Professionals. It is a network for the professional growth of the scholars in Sweden. It membership lasts till the study duration.

  • Alumini:

The scholars will be kept in-touched by their network via SI Alumini Network. It provided professional growth and network opportunities.

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Eligibility Requirements of SI scholarships:

Nationality:

The applicant must be the national of one of the following eligible countries for the SI scholarships.

  1. Armenia;
    1. Azerbaijan;
    1. Bangladesh;
    1. Bolivia;
    1. Belarus;
    1. Brazil;
    1. Cambodia;
    1. Cameroon;
    1. Colombia;
    1. Ecuador;
    1. Egypt;
    1. Ethiopia;
    1. Gambia;
    1. Georgia;
    1.  Ghana;
    1. Guatemala;
    1. Honduras;
    1. Indonesia;
    1. Jordan;
    1. Kenya;
    1. Liberia;
    1. Malawi;
    1. Moldova;
    1. Morocco;
    1. Myanmar (Burma);
    1. Nepal;
    1. Nigeria;
    1. Pakistan;
    1. Peru;
    1. Philippines;
    1. Rwanda;
    1. South Africa;
    1. Sri Lanka;
    1. Sudan;
    1. Tanzania;
    1. Tunisia;
    1. Uganda;
    1. Ukraine;
    1. Vietnam;
    1. Zambia;
    1. Zimbabwe.

For dual nationalities, it is necessary to apply with only one nationality when applying for the scholarship.

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University admission:

The applicant must be liable to pay tuition fee. He also need to ensure the submission of the application fees. The applicant admission in any one of the universities should be approved or conditionally approved.

Master’s program:

The choice of subject truly matters. One must choose the program that is eligible for the scholarship. There are almost 750 master’s programs in which applications are approved. Check the list of the eligible programs.

Additional work experience:

The applicant must hold strong leadership qualities and other qualities. The relevant work experience also matters a lot. Having a demonstrated work experience and leadership portfolio is a great edge for eligibility. The work experience may be employer, freelancer or any employee. Provide certification as well.

Who is not eligible for the SI scholarships?

You are not eligible for the scholarships if:

  • You are pursuing any degree from a Swedish university.
  • You remained resistant in Sweden for two or more years before the scholarship.
  • You received a Swedish scholarship previously.
  • You are a Swedish or European nationality.

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What is the Application Procedure?

  • Choose the university you want to study and apply for the admission in master’s program.
  • Submit the application fee and fill all the necessary information.
  • You will get an admission number which will be referred in the scholarship form.
  • Once your application gets approved, you can apply for the scholarship.
  • Fill all the information and related documents in the form.
  • Send the application form.

Required documents:

  • Curriculum vitae
  • Academic transcripts
  • Degrees
  • Passport
  • Experience letters (proof of work and leadership experience)
  • Certifications
  • 2 Reference letters (one related to experience and one for academics).
  • Statement of purpose

Deadline

You can apply for Swedish master’s programmes through University Admissions from October 15, 2024 – January 15, 2025. Make sure to submit your application before the January deadline!

The list of master’s programmes eligible for the SI Scholarship, along with the required documents, will be available on November 1, 2024.

The application portal for the SI Scholarship will be open on February 10 – February 26, 2025. This is your chance to apply!

University Admissions will announce the results on March 27, 2025.

SI Scholarship recipients will be announced on April 24, 2025.

FAQs:

  1. Is Swedish institute a university?

No, Swedish institute is neither a university nor college. It is a government agency.

  • Can I take my family with me when going for scholarship?

The scholarship doesn’t offer any family grant or funds for the family members. So, if you take your family with you, it’s all your responsibility.

  • Is there any admission fee?

Yes, there is admission fee for the university, but it’s not for scholarship.

  • If I want to change the program or wish to have extensions, will this scholarship favor me?

No, the scholarship never favors any changes or extensions in the period.

  • What is the duration of the master’s program?

The normal duration of the program is 2 years.

  • Is there any need of the English proficiency test?

No there is no need of English proficiency.

  • What kind of work experience is needed?

The work experience or the leadership experience either in any institute as an employee or employer; or as a freelancer, or in a social agency is required.

Official website:

To get more information about the application procedure, deadlines and others, visit the official website at Swedish Institute scholarships.