List of study abroad
scholarships
Scholarship list
Scholarship title
Grant type
Deadline*
Degree
Page
Erasmus Scholarship
Full ride
15 Jan. '21
Masters/PhD
1
Chevening Scholarship
Full ride
05 Nov. '21
Masters
2
Endeavor Scholarship
Partial
13 Feb. '21
Masters/PhD
3
Fullbright Scholarship
Full/Partial
15 May '21
Masters
4
UNESCO Scholarship
Full ride
03 April, '21
Training Degree
5
Gates Millennium
Full ride
15 Sept. '21
Masters
6
Generation Google
Partial
04 Dec. '21
Masters/Bachelors
7
Coca Cola Scholarship
Partial
31 Oct. '21
Masters/Bachelors
8
Blacks Microsoft
Partial
31 Mar. '21
Bachelors
9
Eiffel Scholarship
Partial
08 Jan. '21
Masters/PhD
10
DAAD Scholarship
Partial
Aug-Oct
Masters/PhD
11
Rotary International
Partial
01 July '21
Masters/PhD
12
Scholarship title
Grant type
Deadline*
Degree
Page
Mustard Seed
Foundation (HFP)
Partial
01 Nov. '21
Masters
13
Narotam Sekhsaria
Foundation
Partial
15 Mar. '21
Masters
14
National Overseas
Scholarship
Partial
31 Jan. '21
Masters/PhD
15
Orange tulip scholarship
Full ride
01 April '21
Masters/Bachelors
16
Scotland Saltire
scholarships
Partial
31 July '21
Masters
17
JN Tata endowment for
higher education
Partial
8 March '21
PhD
18
Lady Meherbhai Tata
education trust
Partial
27 Mar. '21
Masters
19
Aga Khan foundation
program
Partial
31 Mar. '21
Masters
20
Australia Awards
Scholarships
Full
30 April '21
Masters/Bachelors
21
Commonwealth
scholarship
Full ride
18 Jan. '21
Masters/PhD
22
Vice chancellor
international scholarship
Partial
20 Aug. '21
Masters/Bachelors
23
Campus France
Cherpak scholarship
Partial
09 Apr. '21
Masters
24
Charles Wallace India
trust
Partial
31 Mar. '21
Reaseach
fellowship
25
Heriot-Watt sml
scholarship
Partial
30 Jun. '21
Masters
26
Scholarship title
Grant type
Deadline*
Degree
Page
Lse shared scholarship
scheme
Partial
18 Dec. '21
Masters
27
Sussex India scholarship
Partial
31 Jan. '21
Masters
28
Sir Edmund Hilary
scholarship
Partial
27 May '21
Masters/PhD
29
Inlaks Shivdasani
Foundation
Full ride
01 April '21
Masters/Bachelors
30
Civil Society Leadership
Awards
Partial
31 July '21
Masters
31
MPOWER Global Citizen
Scholarship
Partial
31 Dec. '21
PhD
32
American Association of
University Women
Partial
15 Nov. '21
Masters
33
The Joint Japan/World
Bank Graduate
Full ride
15 May '21
Masters
34
The P.E.O. International
Peace Scholarship
Partial
15 Dec. '21
Masters
35
Swiss Government
Excellence Scholarships
Full ride
Sep-Dec
Masters/PhD
36
MPOWER Women in
STEM Scholarship
Partial
31 Dec. '21
Masters
37
Helen Lansdowne Resor
Scholarship
Partial
03 Jun. '21
Masters/Bachelors
38
OFID Scholarship Award
Partial
14 Apr. '21
Masters
39
Hubert Humphery
Fellowships Program
Full ride
01 Oct. '21
Non-degree
40
ERASMUS SCHOLARSHIP
Origin: Europe
Description
An Erasmus Mundus Joint Master Degree (EMJMD), is a prestigious, integrated,
international study programme, jointly delivered by an international consortium of
higher education institutions. EMJMDs award EU-funded scholarships to the best
student candidates applying under annual selection rounds.
Eligibility
Scholarship students must have already obtained a first higher education degree or
demonstrate a recognised equivalent level of learning according to national rules and
legislation in place by the application deadline.
The field(s) of study covered
Agriculture and Veterinary, Engineering, Manufacture and Construction, Health and
Welfare, Humanities and Arts, Science, Mathematics and Computing, and Social
Sciences, Business and Law.
Grant amount
Full scholarship
1
CHEVENING SCHOLARSHIP
Origin: UK
Description
Chevening Scholarships enable outstanding emerging leaders from all over the world to
pursue one-year master’s degrees in the UK. Whilst there is no ‘typical’ Chevening
Scholar, we are looking for the kind of people who have the passion, ideas, and influence
to provide the solutions and leadership needed to create a better future.
Eligibility
1. Be a citizen of a Chevening-eligible country.
2. Have an undergraduate degree that will enable you to gain entry to a post-graduate
programme at a UK university.
3. Have at least two years’ work experience
The field(s) of study covered
Full-time taught Masters Degree Programme in any subject.
Grant amount
Full scholarship
2
ENDEAVOR SCHOLARSHIP
Origin: Australia
Description
Australian government offers Australian Awards endeavor Scholarships and Fellowships
opportunities to all international students interested to get admitted in postgraduate or
Ph.D. degree programs. Following criteria is set by Australian Awards Scholarship office
for benefits and stipend allowance provided under endeavor Australian fund for
international students.
Eligibility
1. Not be undertaking their Leadership Activity in a country where they hold
citizenship/dual citizenship or permanent residency
2. Be aged 18 years or over at the commencement of their Leadership Activity
3. Not be in receipt of any other Australian Government sponsored mobility, scholarship
or fellowship benefits
The field(s) of study covered
Diploma, Advanced Diploma or Associate Degree level in any field of study offered at
Australian Universities
Grant amount
Tuition fees up to AU$13,000 per calendar year
Stipend up to AU$3,000 per month
3
FULL BRIGHT SCHOLARSHIP
Origin: USA
Description
The Fulbright Program for Foreign Students is administered by binational Fulbright
Commissions/Foundations or U.S. Embassies. All Foreign Student Program applications
are processed by these offices.
Eligibility
You must possess the equivalent of a U.S. bachelor’s degree from a recognized Indian
university with at least 55% marks. You need a four-year bachelor’s degree, or if the
bachelor’s degree is of less than four years, you could complete a master’s degree
You should have at least three years’ full-time (paid) professional work experience
relevant to their proposed field of study by the application deadline
You must demonstrate experience in leadership and community service
You should not have another degree from a U.S. university or be enrolled in a U.S. degree
program
If employed, please carefully follow the instructions regarding the employer’s
endorsement. If applicable, please obtain the endorsement from the appropriate
administrative authority on the FNMasters Employer’s Endorsement Form. The employer
must indicate that leave will be granted for the fellowship period. You can download the
FNMasters Employer’s Endorsement Form from the USIEF website
The field(s) of study covered
Arts and Culture Management including Heritage Conservation and Museum
Environmental Science/Studies
Higher Education Administration
International Legal Studies
Public Administration
Public Health
Urban and Regional Planning
Women’s Studies/Gender Studies
Grant amount
Full/ Partial/ $20000/ $20000 - $50000/annum
4
UNESCO SCHOLARSHIP
Origin: Global
Description
The UNESCO Fellowships Programme is designed to provide opportunities for high level
studies through the granting of short-term fellowships to UNESCO’s Member States.
Eligibility
Applicants from invited developing countries and countries in transition must have at
least a BSc degree or BA in Economics, who are no more than 35 years old. They have to
be proficient in the English language.
The field(s) of study covered
1-month training in energy and sustainable development; ecological management of
energy resources; renewable energy; and sustainable and renewable energy power
generation.
Grant amount
Full scholarship
5
GATES MILLENNIUM
SCHOLARSHIP
Origin: Global
Description
The Gates Millennium Scholars (GMS) program, established in 1999, is a 1.6 billion dollar
initiative funded by grant from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation. The goal of the GMS
program is to promote academic excellence and to provide an opportunity for
outstanding minority students with significant financial need to reach their highest
potential.
Eligibility
Must be from African American, American Indian/Alaska Native, Asian Pacific Islander
American and Hispanic American students with high academic and leadership promise
who have significant financial need
The field(s) of study covered
Increasing the representation of these target groups in the disciplines of computer
science, education, engineering, library science, mathematics, public health and the
sciences
Grant amount
Full scholarship
6
GENERATION GOOGLE
SCHOLARSHIP
Origin: Global
Description
The Generation Google Scholarship was established to help aspiring computer scientists
excel in technology and become leaders in the field. Selected students will receive
10,000 USD (for those studying in the US) or 5,000 CAD (for those studying in Canada) for
the 2020-2021 school year. Scholarships will be awarded based on the strength of each
candidate's impact on diversity, demonstrated leadership, and academic background.
Eligibility
To be eligible to apply, applicants must:
1. Be US-citizens and have a high school degree or equivalent, unless you are currently a
high school senior applying to university
2. Be currently enrolled as an undergraduate or graduate student at a university for the
2019-20 academic year OR currently enrolled as a high school senior intending to enroll
at a university in the United States or Canada for the 2020-2021 academic year
3. Intend to be enrolled in or accepted as a full-time student in a Bachelors, Masters, or
PhD program at an accredited university in the United States or Canada for the 20202021 academic year
4. Be studying computer science, computer engineering, or a closely related technical
field
5. Demonstrate a strong academic record
6. Exemplify leadership and demonstrate a passion for improving representation of
underrepresented groups in computer science and technology
The field(s) of study covered
Computer Science
Grant amount
10,000 USD
7
COCA COLA SCHOLARSHIP
Origin: Global
Description
The Coca-Cola Scholars Program scholarship is an achievement-based scholarship
awarded to graduating high school seniors. Students are recognized for their capacity to
lead and serve, as well as their commitment to making a significant impact on their
schools and communities. With the 31st class in 2019, the Foundation has provided over
6,150 Coca-Cola Scholars with more than $69 million in educational support. 150 CocaCola Scholars are selected each year to receive this $20,000 scholarship.
Eligibility
-Should be a US citizen
-Should be done with their high school / undergrad
The field(s) of study covered
Generic
Grant amount
20,000 USD
8
BLACKS MICROSOFT
SCHOLARSHIP
Origin: Global
Description
Blacks at Microsoft (BAM) is a company-sponsored employee network dedicated to
supporting the continued growth and development of black employees at Microsoft
Corporation. The BAM funds a scholarship that encourages students to pursue a career
in technology.
The BAM offers US$ 5,000 scholarships to 3 exceptional high school students who are
interested in pursuing careers in technology. The scholarships are renewable – each
winner who continues to meet the criteria is eligible to receive an annual award of
$5,000 for up to four (4) consecutive years for a potential total $20,000 scholarship. Up to
24 scholarship runners-up will be eligible for a one-time $2,500 BAM technology stipend
based on need.
Eligibility
1. Be a US-citizen and a high-school senior of African descent (African American or
African).
2. Plan to attend a four-year college or university in the fall of the year following highschool graduation.
3. Plan to pursue a bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, computer
information systems, or select business programs (such as finance, business
administration, or marketing).
4. Demonstrate a passion for technology.
5. Demonstrate leadership at school or in the community.
6. Have a cumulative GPA of 3.3 or higher.
7. Require financial assistance to attend college.
The field(s) of study covered
Engineering, Computer science, Computer information systems, or select business
programs (such as finance, business administration, or marketing)
Grant amount
20,000 USD per student*
9
EIFFEL SCHOLARSHIP
Origin: France
Description
The Eiffel Excellence Scholarship Program was established by the French Ministry for
Europe and Foreign Affairs to enable French higher education institutions to attract top
foreign students to enroll in their masters and PhD programs. It gives opportunity to the
future foreign decision-makers of the private and public sectors, in priority areas of
study, and encourages applicants up to 30 years old from developing countries at
master’s level, and applicants up to 35 years old from developing and industrialized
countries at PhD level.
Eligibility
1. Nationality - This programme is reserved for candidates of non-French nationality.
Candidates with two nationalities, one of which is French, are not eligible.
2. Age - Masters : 30 years, PhD : 35 years
3. Language skills - When pre-selecting non-French-speaking candidates,
establishments must make sure that their language skills meet the requirements of the
relevant course of study.
The field(s) of study covered
Master’s degree programme, in an Engineering programme, or in a PhD programme
(in a cotutelle or joint doctoral thesis supervision, in partnership with a foreign higher
education institution) in four major fields:
• Law
• Economics and management;
• Engineering sciences at Masters’ level, sciences in the broad sense for the
Doctorate/PhD level (engineering science; exact sciences: mathematics, physics,
chemistry and life sciences, nano and biotechnologies, Earth, space and
environmental sciences, information sciences and technologies and communication);
• Political sciences
Grant amount
Masters - monthly allowance of €1,181
PhD - monthly allowance of €1,400
10
DAAD SCHOLARSHIP
Origin: Germany
Description
The German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) scholarships offer foreign graduates
from development and newly industrialized countries from all disciplines and with at
least two years’ professional experience the chance to take a postgraduate or Master’s
degree at a state or state-recognized German university, and in exceptional cases to take
a doctoral degree, and to obtain a university qualification (Master’s/PhD) in Germany.
Eligibility
1. Holds a Bachelor’s degree (normally four years) in a related subject.
2. Has completed an academic degree with far above average results (upper third) and
ideally at least two years of related professional experience after the first degree
(bachelor).
3. For study courses in German (scholarship includes a 6-month German language
course): Successful passing of the language examination DSH 2 or TestDaF 4 before the
start of the study course. Therefore a minimum German language level of B1 at the time
of application is a requirement, that needs to be proofed by providing a certificate.
4. For courses in English: IELTS (Band 6) certificate or TOEFL (minimum score: 550 paper
based, 213 computer based, 80 internet based)
The field(s) of study covered
Masters or PhD courses in Economic Sciences/Business Administration/Political
Economics; Development Cooperation; Engineering and Related Sciences;
Mathematics; Regional and Urban Planning; Agricultural and Forest Sciences; Natural
and Environmental Sciences; Medicine and Public Health; Social Sciences, Education
and Law; and Media Studies.
Grant amount
The scholarships include monthly payments of 850 euros for graduates or 1,200 euros
for doctoral candidates
11
ROTARY INTERNATIONAL
Origin: Global
Description
The Rotary Foundation offers scholarship funding through the Rotary Foundation Global
Grants. The scholarships funds graduate-level coursework or research for one to four
academic years.
Eligibility
Both the district or club in the country where the activity is carried out and the
international partner district or club must first become qualified before applying for a
global grant.
Your club and district Rotary Foundation chairs can help you plan how to use your
District Designated Funds and learn how to qualify your club.
The field(s) of study covered
Graduate-level coursework or research in one of Rotary’s six areas of focus: Peace and
conflict prevention/resolution, Disease prevention and treatment, Water and
sanitation, Maternal and child health, Basic education and literacy, and Economic and
community development.
Grant amount
30,000 USD
12
MUSTARD SEED
FOUNDATION(HFP)
Origin: Global
Description
The Mustard Seed Foundation Want to declare”The Harvey Fellowship” to Christian
students. All men receiving aid from the Mustard Seed Foundation have to prove your
own faith in Jesus Christ and desire to serve and watch in their own name. The
fellowship program is offering financial aid to Christian students that are pursuing
graduate studies at premier institutions in areas believed to be discriminated by
Christians and that use a special vision to impact society by their vocations. Fellowship is
granted the first stipend of $16,000 stipends might be renewed for as many as two years.
Eligibility
• Description of his/her Christian faith, and evidence of its strength and maturity
• Demonstrated ongoing commitment and accountability to the local church
• Articulation of the strategic nature of his/her vocational arena as a mission field and as
a position from which to influence society
• Argument for the lack of a distinctive Christian voice in that field
• Demonstrated expertise within the discipline/field
The field(s) of study covered
• Economics, business and finance in public and private sectors
• International diplomacy, security, and business
• Journalism and media
• Film production and visual and performing arts
• Public policy and federal, state, and major city government
• Applied and theoretical sciences
• Research, teaching, and administration at premier secular colleges and universities
Grant amount
Initial stipend of $16,000
13
NAROTAM SEKHSARIA
FOUNDATION
Origin: India
Description
The Narotam Sekhsaria Foundation PG Scholarship is offered every year to Indian
students with consistently high academic record.The Foundation award its postgraduate
scholarship to students who wants to pursue their studies in the fields of Pure Sciences,
Applied Sciences, Social Sciences and Humanities, Law, Architecture and Management
at prestigious Indian and international universities.
Eligibility
To be eligible, an applicant must:
1. Be an Indian citizen
2. Have completed Graduation from recognized Indian university/institute
3. Have consistently high academic record
4. Have been accepted into the top ranking educational institutions to pursue
postgraduate studies from Fall 2020
5. Be below 30 years of age as on January 31, 2020
The field(s) of study covered
Fields of Pure Sciences, Applied Sciences, Social Sciences and Humanities, Law,
Architecture and Management
Grant amount
Rs. 20 lakhs
14
NATIONAL OVERSEAS
SCHOLARSHIP SCHEME
Origin: India
Description
The National Overseas Scholarship is an Indian scholarship provided by the Ministry of
Social Justice and Empowerment, India. Students from socially and economically
backward classes can benefit from this scheme and get an opportunity to study abroad
in an accredited and recognized university.
Eligibility
Below 35 (Thirty Five) years and must be done with their undergrad
The field(s) of study covered
Engineering and Management
Pure Sciences and Applied Sciences
Agricultural Sciences and Medicine
International Commerce Accounting
Finance Humanities
Social Sciences
Grant amount
15,400 USD
15
ORANGE TULIP SCHOLARSHIP
Origin: Global
Description
The Nuffic Neso India invites applications from bright students from India for Orange
Tulip Scholarship India 2020-21 and offering awards up to 100% tuition fee waiver for
pursuing higher education. A number of higher education institutions, multinationals
and government institutions are part of this programme, offering students a variety of
courses to choose from.
Eligibility
-Indian citizens who plan to study in New Zealand;
-Not studying in or working in the respective country;
-Currently undergoing the admission process or already admitted to one of the
universities from OTS participants;
-Meet the special requirements by the registered Orange Tulip Scholarship scheme.
The field(s) of study covered
Generic
Grant amount
Full scholarship
16
SCOTLAND SALTIRE
SCHOLARSHIPS
Origin: Scotland
Description
Scotland’s Saltire Scholarships are open to international students who are the citizens of
Canada, China, Japan, Pakistan, India, and the USA. Moreover, the main aim of this
scholarship is to encourage bright, talented and hardworking individuals to live, work
and study in Scotland. Furthermore, the scheme awards students who aspire to become
influential leaders in their future careers, have wide-ranging interests outside their
studies and have a desire to broaden their personal and academic experience in
Scotland.
Eligibility
Applicants must be a citizen or permanent resident of either Canada, China (including
Hong Kong), Japan, India, Pakistan or the USA in order to apply for Scotland’s Saltire
Scholarships 2020. In addition to that, candidates must have the following qualifications
1. Have a conditional or unconditional offer of a place at a Scottish university on an
eligible course before an application can be considered.
2. Be able to demonstrate that they can meet the costs of living in Scotland and the
remaining tuition fees.
3. Not have previously studied for a full undergraduate in Scotland. Similarly, candidates
must not be a previous recipient of a Saltire Scholarship.
The field(s) of study covered
1. MSc programmes
2. MLitt programmes
3. MRes programmes
Grant amount
£8000
17
JN TATA ENDOWMENT FOR
HIGHER EDUCATION
Origin: India
Description
The J. N. Tata Endowment awards a one-time loan scholarship to Indian nationals at the
beginning of their academic year for full time Postgraduate/Ph.D./Postdoctoral
studies/Research Fellowshipsabroad, in all fields, irrespective of caste, creed, gender or
community. The amount to be awarded to each scholar by way of loan scholarship is
determined on the basis of the norms laid down for the purpose, and does not cover the
full cost of studies. The amount awarded as the loan scholarship ranges between
Rs.1,00,000/- and Rs.10,00,000/-. All selected scholars do not necessarily qualify for the
maximum amount.
Eligibility
Candidates should be Indian nationals who are graduates of a recognised Indian
University and have secured at least 60% in their last academic examination.
Candidates who are at the beginning of the second year of their overseas studies (fall
2020 – spring 2021) are also eligible to apply. This is applicable only of the minimum
duration of course is 2 years.
Candidates in the final year of the degree course and those awaiting results are eligible
to apply.
The field(s) of study covered
Generic
Grant amount
Between Rs.1,00,000/- and Rs.10,00,000/- INR
18
LADY MEHERBHAI TATA
EDUCATION TRUST
Origin: India
Description
The Lady Meherbai D Tata Education Trust awards scholarships to Indian women
graduates of recognised universities to pursue higher education abroad, towards the
tuition fee component.
Eligibility
1. Indian women graduate from a recognised university
2. Have a consistently remarkable academic record
3. Must have applied for admission / secured admission to reputed accredited
universities or institutions in the United States, UK or 4. Europe for the year 2020-2021
5. Work experience of a minimum of 2 years preferred
The field(s) of study covered
Social work
Social sciences
Education
Education and welfare of children with special needs
Gender studies – violence against women and children including domestic violence
Child health – development and nutrition
Health policy and health education – mental health
Public health – community health services, reproductive health
Needs of adolescents
Rural development work
Communication for development (with a focus on women’s issues)
Development studies (applications in the field of community development, public
policy, social policy, social development and sustainable development)
Research and study of social norms in communities
Grant amount
3-6 lakhs INR per student
19
AGA KHAN FOUNDATION
PROGRAM
Origin: Global
Description
The Aga Khan Foundation provides a limited number of scholarships each year for
postgraduate studies to outstanding students from developing countries who have no
other means of financing their studies. Scholarships are awarded on a 50% grant : 50%
loan basis through a competitive application process once a year. The Foundation gives
priority to requests for Master’s level courses but is willing to consider applications for
PhD programmes. Applications for short-term courses are not considered.
Eligibility
The Foundation accepts applications from nationals of the following countries:
Bangladesh, India, Pakistan, Afghanistan, Tajikistan, Kyrgyzstan, Syria, Egypt, Kenya,
Tanzania, Uganda, Madagascar and Mozambique.And under 30 yrs of age.
The field(s) of study covered
Not specific
Grant amount
50% grant : 50% loan
20
AUSTRALIA STUDY AWARDS
Origin: AUSTRALIA
Description
Australia Awards Scholarships are long-term awards administered by the Australian
Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade. They provide opportunities for people from
developing countries, particularly those countries located in the Indo-Pacific region, to
undertake full time undergraduate or postgraduate study at participating Australian
universities and Technical and Further Education (TAFE) institutions.
This scholarship is offered to students from various countries in Asia, Pacific, and Middle
Eastern regions.
Eligibility
To be eligible to receive a Scholarship, applicants must:
-be a minimum of 18 years of age on 1 February of the year of commencing the
scholarship;
-be a citizen of a participating country (as listed on the Australia Awards website) and be
residing in and applying for the scholarship from their country of citizenship;
-not be a citizen of Australia, hold permanent residency in Australia or be applying for a
visa to live in Australia permanently;
-Not be applying for a scholarship for a course of study at an academic level lesser than
they have already achieved
You can read about the entire eligibility criteria in the official Australia Awards Policy
Handbook.
The field(s) of study covered
Undergraduate or Postgraduate Programmes that are related to your country’s
priority areas for development which are listed on the participating country profiles.
Grant amount
Generally includes full tuition fee benefits and more
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COMMONWEALTH
SCHOLARSHIP & FELLOWSHIP
Origin: UK
Description
Commonwealth Scholarships are given to talented individuals with the potential to
make a positive impact on the global stage. The Commonwealth Scholarship scheme is
aimed at students from across the Commonwealth who would not otherwise be able to
afford to study in the UK. By funding postgraduate studies in a range of different study
formats, the scheme helps to support future innovators and leaders.
This historic award is the UK’s primary scholarship scheme focused on supporting British
international development goals. It is designed to attract outstanding talent to UK
universities whilst also supporting sustainable development overseas.
Eligibility
1. Student has to be an Indian citizen
2. Should be applying to UK universties
3. English has to be the medium of education
4. Secure a minimum of 60% marks in Social Sciences and Humanities or a minimum of
65% marks in the field of Engineering, Science, Technology and Agriculture
5. Preliminary interviews conducted by the Ministry of Human Resource Development
for shortlisting deserving students
The field(s) of study covered
Engineering and Technology
Pure and Applied Science
Agriculture
Social Sciences and Humanities
Grant amount
Most scholarships are fully funded, which means that, as well as covering your tuition
fees, you will also receive your airfare to and from the UK, and a living allowance to
support you while you are here.
22
VICE CHANCELLOR
INTERNATIONAL SCHOLARSHIP
Origin: Global
Description
This scholarship supports high-achieving international students to pursue coursework
studies at the University of Sydney. The Vice Chancellor’s International Scholarships are
awarded to exceptional international students.
Eligibility
1. Be an international student applying to the University of Sydney.
2. Have applied for but not yet commenced a CRICOS-registered bachelor’s degree or
master’s by coursework degree, which is delivered face-to-face (not online) in Australia
3. Receive an unconditional offer of admission by the relevant close date.
The field(s) of study covered
Not specific
Grant amount
AUS $40000
23
CAMPUS FRANCE CHERPAK
SCHOLARSHIP
Origin: France
Description
This scholarship is designed for one to two years, (September - June, 10 months per
academic year) of studies in France at the Master’s degree level for all streams and fields
of study.
Eligibility
1.1. Be an Indian national and reside in India
2. Be 30 years old maximum at the time of application
3. Be a student currently enrolled/have studied at an Indian Institution of higher learning
or a young professional employed in a company for a maximum of 3 years at the time of
application
4. The course must take place in France. If you have one semester or more of studies in
another country, the scholarship will not be provided during that period.
5. An exception will be made for Charpak scholarship holders who are currently
completing their M1 in France. They may re-apply for a second year of funding in order to
complete their M2. There is no automatic renewal of the scholarship at the M2 level.
Acceptance will be subject to academic performance at the M1 level and a new
statement of purpose.
6. Non-scholarship holders currently pursuing M1 in France are not eligible for the
scholarship..
The field(s) of study covered
Not specific
Grant amount
5700 euros
24
CHARLES WALLACE INDIA
TRUST
Origin: UK
Description
The Charles Wallace India Trust gives grants to Indians in the early or middle stages of
their careers who are living in India and working or studying in the arts, heritage
conservation or the humanities. The grants enable successful applicants to achieve their
artistic, academic or professional ambitions through spending time in the United
Kingdom. The categories of grants available include: fully-funded awards; visiting
fellowships in agreed subjects at specific institutions; grants for research and
professional visits; grants for doctoral study; and grants to attend the Scottish
Universities Summer School.
Eligibility
Applicants must be Indian citizens, resident and pursuing their academic careers in
India. They must have a doctorate and be under 45.
The field(s) of study covered
Arts and humanities
Grant amount
USD 642- USD 771
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HERRIOT WATT SML
SCHOLARSHIP
Origin: UK
Description
Heriot-Watt University welcomes students from all over the world. Our International
Undergraduate and Postgraduate Merit Awards are designed to help you fund your
studies with us on any of our Edinburgh-based undergraduate or taught postgraduate
programmes at our UK campuses.
Eligibility
1. All Indian applicants who pay the overseas fee level, have accepted their offer of a
place on a postgraduate taught program in the School of Management and Language
and have paid their deposit
2. If English is not your first language a minimum of IELTS 6.5 or equivalent is required
with all elements passed at 6.0 or above
3. Nationality: Indian
The field(s) of study covered
Not specific
Grant amount
£2,000
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LSE SHARED SCHOLARSHIP
SCHEME
Origin: UK
Description
The aim of the scheme is to assist students of excellent academic calibre from
developing Commonwealth countries who would benefit from higher education in the
United Kingdom, to the developmental advantage of their home countries, but who, for
financial reasons, are unable to study in Britain and are outside the scope of other British
Government Support Schemes.
Eligibility
1. Applicants are expected to hold a first degree at either first class or upper second class
level.
2. You must also confirm that you are sufficiently fluent in written and oral English to
pursue your studies at LSE immediately, as no pre-course English Language teaching is
available under these awards.
3. Applicants who have already studied for one year or more in a developed country, or
who possess sufficient resources to self-fund, are not eligible for an award.
The field(s) of study covered
1. MSc Development Management
2. MSc Environment and Development
3. MSc Gender, Development and Globalisation
4. MSc Global Health Policy
5. MSc International Development and Humanitarian Emergencies
6. MSc Local Economic Development
Grant amount
£16,775
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SUSSEX INDIA SCHOLARSHIP
Origin: UK
Description
This scholarship is for new postgraduate students who have Indian nationality and have
been accepted to study an eligible Masters course at Sussex.
Eligibility
To be eligible for this scholarship, you must:
1. be an Indian national
2. be classified as overseas for fee purposes
3. be a self-financing student
4. have accepted an offer to study an eligible Masters course at Sussex.
The field(s) of study covered
Not specific
Grant amount
£3,000
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SIR EDMUND HILARY
SCHOLARSHIP
Origin: New Zealand
Description
The Sir Edmund Hillary Scholarship Programme educates future leaders at the University
of Waikato within the values of New Zealand’s greatest adventurer, Sir Edmund Hillary.
With a Sir Edmund Hillary Scholarship, you can pursue your passion while you study.
Eligibility
1. Students who excel academically, and in sports or creative performing arts
2. School leavers who have/or will have achieved an NCEA Level 3 Certificate with Merit
or Excellence and University Entrance
3. School leavers who have/or will have achieved the equivalent to the above in the
Cambridge International examinations or the
4. International Baccalaureate examinations
5. Students intending to study at the University of Waikato at either the Hamilton or
Tauranga campus
6. Students with demonstrated leadership potential
The field(s) of study covered
Sports and Arts
Grant amount
10,000 USD per year
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INLAKS SHIVDASANI
FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIPS
Origin: Global
Description
The Foundation focuses on providing scholarships, grants and awards in various fields to
outstanding young Indians to enable them to develop their professional, scientific,
artistic and cultural abilities, both abroad and in India.
It prides itself on being open to a wide range of subjects, many of which are not covered
by other fund-giving bodies. Over the last four decades, more than 460 scholars have
benefited from overseas scholarships while over 600 others have received awards and
Take-Off Grants in India and abroad. This scholarship is applicable for Masters Degree,
PhD, Masters Diploma, Masters Certificate
Eligibility
1. Applicants are normally expected to hold a good first degree from a recognized
university in India
2. Applicants who hold a good undergraduate degree from a recognized university
outside India, must have resided continuously and been employed or been studying in
India, for at least two years, after their under-graduation
3. Applicants must hold the prior admission to the institution and course chosen. The
Foundation will not consider candidates without admission or pending admission
4. Applicants must be below 30 years of age in the year of application
The field(s) of study covered
All courses except Engineering, Computer Science, Business Studies, Medicine, Public
Health, Fashion Design, Music and Film Animation
Grant amount
100,000 USD
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CIVIL SOCIETY LEADERSHIP
AWARDS
Origin: Global
Description
The award will enable successful applicants to study at an undergraduate or
postgraduate level at an institution of higher education anywhere in the world (in
Germany or abroad), in an English taught program that accepts IELTS as part of its
admission requirements.
Eligibility
1. Be aged 18 years or over on 31 July 2020
2. Have taken an IELTS test at a British Council centre in Germany and received an official
Test Report Form (TRF)
3. Have achieved a minimum overall band score of 6.5, plus a minimum score of 6.5 in
each of the four components of the IELTS test
The field(s) of study covered
Not specific
Grant amount
Between £3,000 up to £10,000
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MPOWER GLOBAL CITIZEN
SCHOLARSHIP
Origin: Global
Description
In recognition of the extraordinary potential of these students, we’ve created the
MPOWER Global Citizen Scholarship. We’ve intentionally designed this scholarship
program to be as broad as possible to match the broad, diverse experiences of
international students.
Eligibility
11. Be accepted at, or enrolled in, a full-time degree program at a U.S. or Canadian school
that MPOWER supports, and
2. Be an international student allowed to legally study in the U.S. or Canada, as
applicable:
3. For study in the U.S., this means that the applicant meets one of these criteria:
4. Has a valid visa that permits study in the U.S. or
5. Is protected under the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) , or
6. Is a U.S. permanent resident (Green Card holder).
7. For study in Canada, this means the applicant meets one of these criteria:
8. Is a Canadian permanent resident, or
9. Has a valid Canadian study permit
The field(s) of study covered
Not specific
Grant amount
3,000 USD
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THE AMERICAN ASSOCIATION
OF UNIVERSITY WOMEN
Origin: USA
Description
International Fellowships are awarded for full-time study or research in the United States
to women who are not U.S. citizens or permanent residents. Both graduate and
postgraduate studies at accredited U.S. institutions are supported.
Eligibility
1. Have citizenship in a country other than the U.S. or possession of a nonimmigrant visa
if residing in the U.S. Women who are currently, or expect to be during the fellowship
year, a U.S. citizen, U.S. permanent resident, or dual citizen with the U.S. and another
country are not eligible.
2. Hold an academic degree (earned in the U.S. or abroad) equivalent to a U.S. bachelor’s
degree completed by November 15, 2019.
Intend to devote herself full-time to the proposed academic plan during the fellowship
year.
Intend to return to her home country to pursue a professional career.
3. Be proficient in English.
The field(s) of study covered
Business, government, academia, community activism, the arts or scientific fields.
Grant amount
18,000 USD – 30,000 USD
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JOINT JAPAN/WORLD BANK
GRADUATE SCHOLARSHIP
Origin: Global
Description
The Joint Japan/World Bank Graduate Scholarship Program (JJ/WBGSP) is open to
women and men from developing countries with relevant professional experience and a
history of supporting their countries’ development efforts who are applying to a master
degree program in a development-related topic.
Eligibility
The applicant must meet the following eligibility criteria:
• Be a national of a World Bank member country on this list;
• Not be a dual citizen of any developed country.
• On or after the date the call for scholarship applications opens, not be an Executive
Director, his/her alternate, and/or staff of any type of appointment (including temporary
and consultant) of the World Bank Group (The World Bank, International Development
Association, International Finance Corporation, Multilateral Investment Guarantee
Agency, and International Center for Settlements of Investment Disputes); or not be a
close relative of the aforementioned by blood or adoption with the term “close relative”
defined as: Mother, Father, Sister, Half-sister, Brother, Half-brother, Son, Daughter, Aunt,
Uncle, Niece, or Nephew.
• Hold a Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent university degree) earned at least three years
before the date of the Application Deadline.
• Have at least 3 years of paid development-related employment since earning a
Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent university degree) and acquired within the past 6 years
from the date of the Application Deadline.
• On or before the Scholarship Application Deadline date, have been admitted
unconditionally (except for funding) for the upcoming academic year to at least one of
the JJ/WBGSP preferred university master’s programs listed on the JJ/WBGSP website
and located outside of the applicant’s country of citizenship and country of residence.
The field(s) of study covered
Not specific
Grant amount
Full scholarship
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THE P.E.O. INTERNATIONAL
PEACE SCHOLARSHIP
Origin: Global
Description
The P.E.O. International Peace Scholarship Fund is a program which provides grants-inaid for selected women from other countries for graduate study in the United States and
Canada. If you hold citizenship or permanent residency in the United States or Canada,
you are not eligible. Scholarships are not given for research, internships, dissertations or
travel. In order to qualify for a first scholarship, you must have a full year of coursework
remaining and be enrolled fulltime and on campus for the entire school year. We do not
fund online courses.
Eligibility
1. Must be a graduate student
2. Must attend a university or a four-year college
3. Citizenship requirements: International
4. Restricted to female students
5. Must not be attending high school currently
6. Must study full-time
The field(s) of study covered
Not specific
Grant amount
12,500 USD
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SWISS GOVERNMENT
EXCELLENCE SCHOLARSHIPS
Origin: Global
Description
Each year, the Swiss Confederation awards Government Excellence Scholarships to
promote international exchange and research cooperation between Switzerland and
over 180 other countries. The research scholarship is available to post-graduate
researchers in any discipline (who hold a master’s degree as a minimum) who are
planning to come to Switzerland to pursue research or further studies at doctoral or
post-doctoral level.
Eligibility
You should be from a preferred country
The field(s) of study covered
Doctoral or Postdoctoral Studies or Research in any discipline
Grant amount
Full scholarship
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MPOWER WOMEN IN STEM
SCHOLARSHIP
Origin: Global
Description
In keeping with MPOWER’s commitment to empower high-potential global citizens to
realize their educational aspirations — and become tomorrow’s leading scientists and
innovators — this scholarship program focuses on women who will use their STEM
degree to benefit society and the planet and who have the potential to serve as role
models and advocates for women in STEM.
Eligibility
1. Be accepted at, or enrolled in, a full-time degree program at a U.S. or Canadian school
that MPOWER supports, and
2. Be an international student allowed to legally study in the U.S. or Canada, as
applicable:
3. For study in the U.S., this means that the applicant meets one of these criteria:
4. Has a valid visa that permits study in the U.S. or
5. Is protected under the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) , or
6. Is a U.S. permanent resident (Green Card holder).
7. For study in Canada, this means the applicant meets one of these criteria:
8. Is a Canadian permanent resident, or
9. Has a valid Canadian study permit
The field(s) of study covered
STEM
Grant amount
$3,000
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HELEN LANSDOWNE RESOR
SCHOLARSHIP
Origin: Global
Description
The Helen Lansdowne Resor Scholarship is an international opportunity that awards up
to $10,000 for five creative women. Winners also get an internship at Wunderman
Thompson, one-on-one mentorship and first-look placement upon graduation. So, who is
Helen? A game changer, that's who. It started in 1908, when Helen Lansdowne was hired
by J. Walter Thompson Cincinnati as the industry's first female copywriter. She soon
moved to the New York office, where she rose through the ranks as a creative
powerhouse. She hired and mentored dozens of creative women, ensuring that the
female voice was represented in J. Walter Thompson's work.
Eligibility
1. Must be an undergraduate student, a graduate student or a postgraduate student
2. Must attend a university, a four-year college, two-year college or a vocational-tech
school
3. Minimum 3.5 GPA
4. Restricted to female students
5. Both full-time and part-time students
The field(s) of study covered
Not specific
Grant amount
10,000 USD
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OFID SCHOLARSHIP AWARD
Origin: Global
Description
OFID’s Scholarship Program sponsors outstanding young students from developing
countries who wish to pursue a Master’s degree studies in a relevant field of
development, from any recognized university/college in the world.
Eligibility
• Must be between the ages of 23-32 at the time of submitting his/her application.
• Must have obtained or be on the verge of completing their undergraduate degree with
a Baccalaureate from an accredited college/university, or its equivalent.
• Must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 rating system, or its
equivalent.
• Must be a national of a developing country, please refer to the list of eligible countries
at the official website. Please note that nationals of OFID Member Countries (Algeria,
Ecuador, Gabon, Indonesia, Iran, Iraq, Kuwait, Libya, Nigeria, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, United
Arab Emirates, Venezuela) are ineligible to apply.
The field(s) of study covered
Master’s Degree studies related to development: economics of development (poverty
reduction, energy and sustainable development), environment (desertification), or
other related science and technology fields.
Grant amount
50,000 USD
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HUBERT HUMPHERY
FELLOWSHIPS PROGRAM
Origin: Global
Description
The Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowship Program provides ten months of non-degree
academic study and related professional experiences in the United States. Humphrey
Fellows are selected based on their potential for leadership and their commitment to
public service in either the public or the private sector.
Eligibility
The applicant must have:
• An undergraduate (first university) degree,
• A minimum of five years of full-time, professional experience
• Limited or no prior experience in the United States,
• Demonstrated leadership qualities,
• A record of public service in the community, and
• English language ability
The field(s) of study covered
. The eligible program fields are:
• Agricultural and Rural Development
• Communications/Journalism
• Economic Development
• Educational Administration, Planning and Policy
• Finance and Banking
• Higher Education Administration
• HIV/AIDS Policy and Prevention
• Human Resource Management
• Law and Human Rights
• Natural Resources, Environmental Policy, and Climate Change
• Public Health Policy and Management
• Public Policy Analysis and Public Administration
• Substance Abuse Education, Treatment and Prevention
• Teaching of English as a Foreign Language
• Technology Policy and Management
• Trafficking in Persons Policy and Prevention
• Urban and Regional Planning
Grant amount
Full scholarship
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