The Swedish Institute Scholarships for International Students 2026–2027 are now accepting applications. Talented professionals can study a full-time Master’s degree in Sweden with the help of this esteemed, fully financed fellowship from the Swedish government. The scholarship seeks to produce future world leaders who can support the UN 2030 Agenda and sustainable development back home.
In addition to providing access to a robust global leadership network, the SI Scholarship for Global Professionals pays for living expenses, insurance, and tuition. At prestigious Swedish institutions, some 150 awards will be given out in a variety of key topics. This opportunity, which is supported by the Swedish Ministry of Foreign Affairs, encourages global cooperation, equality, and innovation. Applications from ambitious individuals with leadership potential are highly encouraged.
Eligibility Criteria :
- Candidates must be nationals of one of the 33 nations that the Swedish Institute has designated as eligible.
- Candidates must be accepted into a master’s program at a Swedish university that is SI-eligible.
- It is necessary to have at least 3,000 hours of verified job experience.
- Candidates must exhibit a great deal of experience and leadership abilities.
- Candidates must to be in good physical and mental health.
- Applications are only accepted from qualifying nations that have been approved by SI.
Eligible Regions: Azerbaijan, Armenia, Bolivia, Belarus, Brazil, Bangladesh, Colombia, Egypt, Ecuador, Ethiopia, Guatemala, Georgia, Iraq, Indonesia, Jordan, Liberia, Kenya, Malaysia, Moldova, Mexico, Morocco, Vietnam, Peru, Nigeria, Philippines, Senegal, Rwanda, South Africa, Thailand, Tanzania, Ukraine, Uganda, Zambia.
Nation: Sweden
Financial Protection: Completely Funded
Type of Opportunity: Master’s Scholarships
Benefits :
- The SI Scholarship in Sweden 2026 will waive all university fees.
- The Swedish Institute (SISGP) offers health insurance.
- A living allowance of SEK 12,000 per month
- 15,000 SEK one-time travel grant
- Scholars from Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Georgia, Moldova, and Ukraine will receive SEK 10,000.
- After graduation, access to the Swedish Institute (SI) Alumni Network
- SI Network for Future Global Professionals (NFGP) membership
- Possibility of receiving a fully funded scholarship to study in Europe
- Possibility of living in Sweden and experiencing European culture
Deadline: February 25, 2026
