Swiss Government Excellence Scholarship

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Each year the Swiss Confederation awards Government Excellence Scholarships to promote international exchange and research cooperation between Switzerland and over 180 other countries. Recipients are selected by the awarding body, the Federal Commission for Scholarships for Foreign Students (FCS).

The Swiss Government Excellence Scholarships are aimed at young researchers from abroad who have completed a master’s degree or PhD and at foreign artists holding a bachelor’s degree.

  • Masters
  • Doctoral
  • Post-doctoral 
  • Research fellowship 
    The scholarship amounts to a monthly payment of CHF 1’920.-
    The scholarship amount covers the living costs of one person only.
    This scholarship is not a salary.
  • PhD scholarship
    The scholarship amounts to a monthly payment of CHF 1’920.-
    The scholarship amount covers the living costs of one person only.
    This scholarship is not a salary.
  • Postdoctoral scholarship
    The scholarship amounts to a monthly payment of CHF 3’500.-
    The scholarship amount covers the living costs of one person only.
    This scholarship is not a salary.
  • The scholarship amounts to a monthly payment of CHF 1’920.-
  • The scholarship amount covers the living costs of one person only.

Application: September – December.

Research fellowship
  • Master’s degree or equivalent achieved before 31 July 2024 (except: ETH Zurich: 30 June 2024). Degree certificate completed.
  • Applicants must be born after 31 December 1988.
  • A research proposal including a timeframe.
  • Mandatory letter from an academic host professor (including their short CV).

PhD scholarship
  • Master’s degree or equivalent university degree achieved before 31 July 2024 (except: ETH Zurich: 30 June 2024). Degree certificate completed.
  • Applicants must be born after 31 December 1988.
  • A research proposal including a timeframe.
  • Mandatory letter from an academic host professor (including their short CV).

Postdoctoral scholarship
  • PhD degree achieved after 31 December 2020 and before 31 July 2024 (except: ETH Zurich: 30 June 2024). PhD degree certificate completed.
  • A research proposal including a timeframe.
  • Mandatory letter from an academic host professor (including their short CV).

 

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent achieved before 31 July 2024. Degree certificate completed.
  • Applicants must be born after 31 December 1988.
  • Invalid: All applications for a second master’s degree.
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INPEX Scholarship Foundation

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Brief Information

INPEX SCHOLARSHIP FOUNDATION (the Foundation) was established as nonprofit organization in Japan in March 1981 in order to promote mutual understanding, friendship and goodwill between Indonesia and Japan through an exchange of students by means of scholarship awards.

Commencing in 2022, the FOUNDATION is expanding its focus to include Australia and United Arab Emirates (UAE). Scholarships will be offered to promising Indonesian, Australian and UAE students who wish to study a Postgraduate University course in Japan.

  • Masters
  • All school expenses to be paid to the university in Japan (entrance examination fee/ entrance fee/ tuition fee/ etc.).
  • Monthly award Yen.160,000.
  • Commuter pass expenses in Japan.
  • Air ticket (Jakarta-Tokyo round trip, economy class), one time only.

Duration of Award payment:  Maximum 2 years 8 months.

Application to be opened in September.

Application Indonesian national, living in Indonesia/ age less than 30/ 16 or more years of school education/ have a SARJANA Degree in natural science from a prestigious Indonesian university with GPA 3.00 or more/ aiming to study and research natural science in a master’s program of university in Japan.

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Stanford University Knight Hennessy Scholars

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Brief Information

Knight-Hennessy Scholars cultivates and supports a multidisciplinary and multicultural community of graduate students from across Stanford University and delivers engaging experiences that prepare graduates to be visionary, courageous, and collaborative leaders who address complex challenges facing the world.

  • Masters
  • PhD

Funding details HERE.

KHS Application Deadline: 
October 11, 2023, 1:00 pm Pacific Time.

Find out more details HERE.

Knight-Hennessy Scholars has no restrictions based on age, college or university, field of study, or career aspiration. We encourage citizens and residents of all countries to apply.  We do not require applicants to seek endorsements from colleges, universities, or other institutions. 

Admission to Stanford:

First, in addition to applying to Knight-Hennessy Scholars (KHS), you must apply to, be accepted by, and enroll in a full-time Stanford graduate degree program including, but not limited to, DMA, JD, MA, MBA, MD, MFA, MPP, MS, or PhD programs.  You must meet at least one of the following four conditions:

  1. You are applying separately but concurrently to KHS and a full-time Stanford graduate degree program such that you will start both in the same year.
  2. You have already been offered and deferred admission to a full-time Stanford graduate degree program, and will apply to KHS such that you will start both in the same year.
  3. You are a current Stanford graduate student who will apply to add a second full-time Stanford graduate degree program, such that you will start both KHS and the new program in the same year.
  4. You are a current Stanford PhD student in your first year of enrollment, and will apply to KHS such that you will start KHS in your second year of PhD enrollment.  

There are no quotas by discipline or program. Note that we will give priority consideration to those who will spend at least two years studying at Stanford.

Please note that a small number of Stanford graduate degree programs are not eligible for Knight-Hennessy Scholars:

  • Applicants to the Honors Cooperative Program
  • Applicants to the Master of Liberal Arts
  • Applicants to the Doctor of Science of Law (JSD)
  • Current Stanford students applying for coterminal graduate study
  • Current Stanford PhD students adding an MA or MS degree in their current discipline
  • You must have earned, in January 2017 or later, a U.S. bachelor’s degree or its equivalent from a college or university of recognized standing. (To apply to join the cohort in 2017)
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YSEALI Academic Fellowship

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Brief Information

The YSEALI Academic Fellowship is an intensive short-term academic program whose purpose is to provide groups of young leaders with a deeper understanding of the United States and a particular theme, while simultaneously enhancing their leadership skills.  The Fellowship will focus on one of three themes: Civic Engagement, Environmental Issues, and Social Entrepreneurship and Economic Development. The five-week programs will consist of a balanced series of seminar discussions, readings, group presentations, and lectures.  The coursework and classroom activities will be complemented by educational travel, site visits, leadership activities, and volunteer opportunities within the local community.  During the academic residency, participants will also have opportunities to engage in educational and cultural activities outside of the classroom.  If conditions allow, the Fellowship will include an educational study tour to other areas of the United States where they will meet with local, state, private, and nonprofit organizations working in the field.  Note that if the program must take place virtually, Fellows will engage in similar activities but online from their home countries.

Virtual Program Contingency: Should health, safety, and travel conditions continue to pose significant challenges, the Academic Fellowship will pivot to a virtual format.  The virtual program would consist of a minimum of 36 hours of required programming with a combination of synchronous and asynchronous learning.  To the extent possible, the virtual programming would include lectures, small group discussions, videos, readings, panels, site visits, leadership development, assignments, and individual and group activities.  Participants would be expected to fully participate in the entire virtual program from their location.

  • Exchange
  • Short-term intensive academic programs

The scholarship covers visas, airline tickets, living expenses, tuition fees, insurance, and other costs related to academic activities during the program.”

For details, please visit country-specific information.

YSEALI members aged 18-25 who are current students or who graduated from university less than five years ago.

Applicants must be:

  • Between the ages of 18 and 25 at the time of application, although exceptional applicants over 25 can be considered if they meet all other eligibility requirements;
  • A citizen of one of the following countries: Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, Timor-Leste and Vietnam;
  • A resident of one of the following countries: Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, Timor-Leste and Vietnam;
  • A full-time undergraduate or graduate student; recent graduate of college, university, or other institutions of higher learning; or young professional who has recently joined the workforce;
  • Proficient in reading, writing, and speaking English; and
  • Eligible to receive a United States J-1 visa.
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Fulbright Foreign Student Program

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Brief Information

The Fulbright Foreign Student Program enables graduate students, young professionals and artists from abroad to study and conduct research in the United States. The Fulbright Foreign Student Program operates in more than 160 countries worldwide. Approximately 4,000 foreign students receive Fulbright scholarships each year.

The Fulbright Foreign Student Program is administered by binational Fulbright Commissions/Foundations or U.S. Embassies. All Foreign Student Program applications are processed by these offices.

Program eligibility and selection procedures vary widely by country. Please use the drop-down menu here to find information about the Fulbright Program in your home country, including eligibility requirements and application guidelines.

  • Masters
  • PhD

Varies from country to country

Varies from Country to Country.
Please check with the official website link for the application process. Choose your country name from the list, which tells you the application process.

Program eligibility and selection procedures vary widely by country. Please use the drop-down menu (on the Fulbright official website) to find information about the Fulbright Program in your home country, including eligibility requirements and application guidelines.

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UFV: International Excellence Entrance Scholarship

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Brief Information

The University of the Fraser Valley (UFV) is in Abbotsford, British Columbia, Canada. UFV is a great place to study because it has a wide variety of study options, work opportunities, and extra-curricular activities.

Studying at UFV

We are nationally recognized for having an excellent learning environment and successful students.

Choose from more than 70 programs, including:

  • Master’s degrees
  • Undergraduate bachelor’s degrees
  • College certificates and diplomas
  • Co-operative education opportunities
  • English-language upgrading

UFV has flexible programs throughout the academic year. While you study full-time you can also choose to: 

  • Work on or off campus
  • Volunteer
  • Participate in activities and clubs

UFV is a fully accredited public university. As a teaching university, we have a mandate to provide a quality classroom experience to students. We have a five-star rating from QS Stars, which ranks international post-secondary institutions, in the teaching and employability categories. Our programs meet educational standards at the provincial, national, and international level, including a prestigious EFMD EPAS accreditation for our School of Business.

CAD $20,000 ($5,000 per year for four years)

You do not need to apply for this scholarship. You are automatically considered when you apply to UFV if you meet the eligibility criteria. Preference is given to students applying to programs that award bachelor degrees.

UFV Application deadline

UFV has three semesters with different application deadlines.

Our semesters are:

  • Fall: September to December
  • Winter: January to April
  • Summer: May to August

The summer semester has two sessions (May-June and July-August) and the deadlines are the same for both sessions.

Deadlines

Submit your application

The following are the earliest application dates for each semester. We confirm acceptance in the order we receive applications. Apply as early as possible, as your program may fill up quickly.

  • Winter semester: May 1 to September 15
  • Summer semester: October 1 to February 1 
  • Fall semester: October 1 to April 15 

Notice of acceptance to your program

It may take up to six weeks to confirm that you have (or have not) been accepted to your program. After you complete your application, you can log in to the Applicant Portal at any time to check:

  • The status of your application.
  • If we have received your official documents.
  • Which documents we have not received.

Deadlines for fee payment

When you receive an offer of admission, you must submit payment to confirm your acceptance. If you do not meet the payment deadline, you will have to re-apply for a future semester.

We must receive your payment in full by the following dates:

  • Fall semester: May 1
  • Winter semester: October 1
  • Summer semester: February 15

Deadlines for deferring an offer of admission

Have you been accepted to UFV and had a change of plans that prevent you from starting classes when expected? You need to request a deferral. For more information on how to submit a deferral request, please visit the Deferring an Offer of Admission page.

We must receive your completed deferral request form on or before the following dates:

  • Fall semester: August 4
  • Winter semester: December 5
  • Summer semester: April 14

Apply to UFV as an international student.

For this scholarship, you must meet the following criteria:

  • Have a minimum overall CGPA (cumulative GPA) of 3.75 on all approved grade 12 courses
  • Apply to a degree program
  • Have a minimum CGPA of 3.0 for each of your previous years at UFV to maintain the scholarship

Note: Short-term visiting and exchange students are not eligible for entrance scholarships.

We award these scholarships in the order that we receive applications (on a first-come, first-served basis). To ensure that you will be considered, you should:

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University of Bristol: Think Big undergraduate award

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Brief Information

We have invested £3 million in Think Big scholarships to help international students come to Bristol in 2023. These scholarships are for undergraduate and master’s applicants with overseas fee status.

Students who are awarded a Think Big scholarship also have the opportunity to be part of the Think Big Development Programme.

Scholarship awards for undergraduate international students are valued at £6,500 and £13,000 per year and can only be used towards the cost of tuition fees.

Applicants may also be eligible to receive a £3,000 living cost bursary during their first year of study.

The deadline for Think Big Undergraduate application has now passed for 2023 entry.

Will be re-open in 2023 

You can apply if you:

  • are an overseas student for fee purposes 
  • have applied to start any full-time undergraduate course, excluding Medicine, Dentistry and Veterinary Science at the University of Bristol, starting in September 2023.

If you apply for this scholarship, you will also automatically be considered for any other University of Bristol international scholarships that you are eligible for. You do not need to submit two separate applications. More scholarships for international students here.

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UWA International Scholarships Undergraduate 2023

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The University of Western Australia is offering scholarships to high-achieving students across the globe who study with us.

This significant scholarship will be awarded to high-achieving undergraduate and postgraduate students, from selected countries, who apply for particular courses at the University.

If you’re looking to study in Australia in 2023, undergraduate students can receive scholarships of up to AUD$48,000* over 4 years on eligible courses or AUD$36,000* over 3 years; postgraduate students can receive up to AUD$24,000* over two years on eligible courses.

The Scholarship is an annual tuition fee discount for the normal full-time duration of the awardee’s course as specified in their letter of offer. The value of the Scholarship is determined by the applicant’s equivalent Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) or UWA weighted average mark (WAM).

This significant scholarship will be awarded to high-achieving undergraduate and postgraduate students, from selected countries, who apply for particular courses at the University.

ATAR 98.00+

Scholarship value per year1

AUD $12,000

Scholarship value over 3 years2

Up to AUD $36,000

Scholarship value over 4 years3

Up to AUD $48,000

1Based on two semesters of full-time study.
2Based on six semesters of full-time study.
3Based on eight semesters of full-time study, when enrolled in an eligible undergraduate degree which runs over 4 years (Bachelor of Philosophy (Honours), Bachelor of Advanced Computer Science (Honours), any Combined Bachelor’s and Master’s).

ATAR 90.00 – 97.95

Scholarship value per year1

AUD $10,000

Scholarship value over 3 years2

Up to AUD $30,000

Scholarship value over 4 years3

Up to AUD $40,000

1Based on two semesters of full-time study.
2Based on six semesters of full-time study.
3Based on eight semesters of full-time study, when enrolled in an eligible undergraduate degree which runs over 4 years (Bachelor of Philosophy (Honours), Bachelor of Advanced Computer Science (Honours), any Combined Bachelor’s and Master’s).

 

ATAR 85.00 – 89.95

Scholarship value per year1

AUD $6,000

Scholarship value over 3 years2

Up to AUD $18,000

Scholarship value over 4 years3

Up to AUD $24,000

1Based on two semesters of full-time study.
2Based on six semesters of full-time study.
3Based on eight semesters of full-time study, when enrolled in an eligible undergraduate degree which runs over 4 years (Bachelor of Philosophy (Honours), Bachelor of Advanced Computer Science (Honours), any Combined Bachelor’s and Master’s).

The scholarship is automatically awarded to those who are eligible based on ATAR/WAM requirements.

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General eligibility

Students from all countries can apply. You will need to:

  • have received an offer for an undergraduate or postgraduate course at The University of Western Australia.
  • have achieved an equivalent:
    • minimum ATAR 85.00; or
    • minimum WAM 65.00
    • If studying an approved International Academic Pathway (Articulation Program), students must have achieved a WAM equivalent of more than 75.00

Undergraduate eligibility

To be eligible to be considered for the scholarship, a candidate must be applying for an eligible undergraduate bachelor degree or Assured Pathway course. The following exclusions apply:

  • Assured Pathway to Medicine
  • Assured Pathway to Pharmacy
  • Assured Pathway to Dental Medicine
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U of T: Lester B. Pearson International Program

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Brief Information

The Lester B. Pearson International Scholarships at the University of Toronto provide an unparalleled opportunity for outstanding international students to study at one of the world’s best universities in one of the world’s most multicultural cities. The scholarship program is intended to recognize students who demonstrate exceptional academic achievement and creativity and who are recognized as leaders within their school. A special emphasis is placed on the impact the student has had on the life of their school and community, and their future potential to contribute positively to the global community.

Awarded annually, these scholarships recognize outstanding students from around the world, including international students studying at Canadian high schools. This is U of T’s most prestigious and competitive scholarship for international students. The Lester B. Pearson International Scholarships will cover tuition, books, incidental fees, and full residence support for four years. The scholarship is tenable only at the University of Toronto for first-entry, undergraduate programs. Each year approximately 37 students will be named Lester B. Pearson Scholars.

The U of T international scholarships in Canada cover;

  • Full tuition fees for four years will be covered.
  • Book allowance will be given.
  • Incidental costs will be fully covered.
  • Accommodation is fully covered by the host organization.

Application Process

The 2024 Competition opens in September 2023. To apply, you will need to:

  1. Receive a nomination from your school. High schools not already contacted/verified are asked to submit an application to participate in our program, available here in September.(external link) High schools who have participated in a previous year will receive their nomination access starting in early September.
  2. Apply to study at the University of Toronto(external link) to begin your studies in September 2024 and complete your application for admission by the appropriate deadlines(external link).  Please be advised that you will be considered for the Pearson Scholarship for your first choice of program at U of T.  You may apply for several programs and may receive admission to them all; however, the Pearson Scholarship, if awarded to you, would be restricted to your first choice of program at U of T at the time our scholarship decisions are made.
  3. Once we’ve received a nomination and you’ve applied to the university, you can complete the online Lester B. Pearson Scholarship application.  You will receive a private link to the scholarship application when you are successfully nominated by your school.

Pearson Scholarship Deadlines

  • School nomination deadline: November 30, 2023
  • Student OUAC admission application deadline: December 15, 2023 (Please note this is the final date to submit an application to the OUAC; although you can apply up to December 15 2023, it is recommended you apply for admission through the OUAC as soon as possible. The recommended date to apply for admission is before November 7, 2023 as spaces in programs fill-up quickly and popular programs may close early.)
  • Student scholarship application deadline: January 15, 2024

To be eligible to apply to the Pearson International Scholarship, you must be:

  • an international student (i.e. a non-Canadian requiring a study permit);
  • currently in your final year of secondary school or have graduated no earlier than June 2023
  • beginning your studies at the University of Toronto in September 2024 (students already attending post-secondary studies cannot be considered; students starting their studies in January 2024 at another post-secondary institution cannot be considered).
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Chevening Scholarship

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Brief Information

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.

Because these scholarships are fully-funded (flights, accommodation, and course fees are all included), you are free to focus on achieving your professional goals and maximising the experience of a lifetime. You will live and study in the UK for a year, during which time you will develop professionally and academically, network extensively, experience UK culture, and build lasting positive relationships with the UK. On completing your studies, you will leave the UK equipped with the knowledge and networks necessary to bring your own ideas to life.

The Chevening Programme includes a tailored engagement programme creating opportunities for scholars to network with each other as well as alumni, the FCDO, high profile speakers and partner organisations. Award recipients receive:

  • Payment of tuition fees
  • Economy travel to and from your country of residence by an approved route for you only
  • An arrival allowance
  • The cost of an entry clearance (visa) application for you only
  • A departure allowance
  • A contribution of up to £75 for TB testing, where this is required
  • A travel top up allowance
  • A monthly personal living allowance (stipend) to cover accommodation and living expenses. The monthly stipend will depend on whether you are studying inside or outside London. These rates are subject to annual review.

Applications will reopen mid-2023

To be eligible for a Chevening Scholarship you must:

  • Be a citizen of a Chevening-eligible country or territory.
  • Return to your country of citizenship for a minimum of two years after your award has ended.
  • Have completed all components of an undergraduate degree that will enable you to gain entry onto a postgraduate programme at a UK university by the time you submit your application. This is typically equivalent to an upper second-class 2:1 honours degree in the UK but may be different depending on your course and university choice.
  • Have at least two years (equivalent to 2,800 hours) of work experience.
  • Apply to three different eligible UK university courses and have received an unconditional offer from one of these choices by 13 July 2023.
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