SwedenSwedish Institute Scholarships 2027-2028 provide a fully-funded opportunity for global professionals to pursue a master’s in Sweden, covering tuition and offering living support while building leadership and professional networks.
The scholarship is administered by the Swedish Institute and supports full-time one- or two-year English-taught master’s programmes within Governance, Public Health, Entrepreneurship and Innovation, and STEM, plus membership of the SI Network for Global Professionals.
Benefits of Swedish Institute Scholarships
- Full tuition fee coverage. The fee is paid directly by SI to your Swedish university each semester.
- A monthly allowance of SEK 12,000 to cover your living expenses throughout the study period.
- 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 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 Sweden Alumni Network for continued networking and professional development.
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Swedish Institute Scholarships Eligibility Criteria
- Be a citizen of one of the 34 eligible countries 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 (SI will cover the fees if you are awarded the scholarship);
- Have demonstrated work experience;
- Have demonstrated leadership experience from a current or previous employer, entrepreneurship or from civil society engagement.
How to Apply for Swedish Institute Scholarships
- Apply to Swedish master’s programmes through University Admissions: 16 October 2026 – 15 January 2027.
- SI Scholarship application portal open: 8–24 February 2027 (portal closes at 14:59 CET on the final day).
- SI screening and evaluation: 25 February 2027 – 31 March 2027.
- Notifications from University Admissions: 1 April 2027.
- Final evaluation and announcement of scholarship recipients: 1 April 2027 – 22 April 2027.
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Applications close on Wednesday, 24 February 2027. We’ll email you 7, 3 and 1 days before.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Here are the most frequently asked questions about the Swedish Institute Scholarships for Global Professionals. These answers cover eligibility, benefits, deadlines, and how to apply.
Who runs the Swedish Institute Scholarships for Global Professionals?
The Swedish Institute Scholarships are administered by the Swedish Institute. The Swedish Institute awards academic scholarships for master’s studies in Sweden and manages the SI Network for Global Professionals and alumni relations.
What study levels and fields are eligible?
The Swedish Institute Scholarships support full-time, one- or two-year master’s studies. Eligible English-taught fields include Governance, Public Health, Entrepreneurship and Innovation, and STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics).
What does the Swedish Institute Scholarship cover?
The Swedish Institute Scholarships are fully funded and includes full tuition fee coverage (paid directly to the university), a monthly allowance of SEK 12,000, a one-time travel grant (SEK 15,000 or SEK 10,000 for certain countries), and membership in the SI Network for Global Professionals.
Who is eligible to apply by citizenship?
You must be a citizen of one of the 34 eligible countries listed on the SI page (for example Armenia, Bangladesh, Brazil, Kenya, Nigeria, Vietnam, etc.). You do not need to reside in the country at the time of application. Public sector employees in Georgia and Belarus are not eligible.
Is work experience required?
Yes. Applicants must have demonstrated work experience. Specific requirements vary by country group: some countries must provide proof with no minimum hours required, while a list of countries must have at least 3,000 hours of work experience prior to February 2027.
Do I need leadership experience?
Yes. You must demonstrate leadership experience from employment, entrepreneurship, or civil society engagement. There is no minimum number of hours, but priority is given to applicants with strong and relevant leadership experience.
Can I apply if I already live or study in Sweden?
You are not eligible if you are currently enrolled in or hold a degree from a Swedish university/college, or if you have already resided in Sweden for a cumulative two years or more prior to the scholarship period (starting August 2027).
What are the key application dates I should know?
Key dates include applying to master’s programmes via University Admissions from 16 October 2026 to 15 January 2027, the SI Scholarship application portal open 8–24 February 2027, University Admissions notifications on 1 April 2027, and SI Scholarship announcement on 22 April 2027.
Are there benefits the Swedish Institute Scholarships does not cover?
The Swedish Institute Scholarships do not include insurance, additional grants for family members, the University Admissions application fee, changes to the study programme, or extensions/changes to the awarded scholarship period. Applicants should check university provisions for insurance.
How will eligible master’s programmes be communicated?
The list of eligible master’s programmes for the SI Scholarship is published on the scholarship page (noted in the HTML as being published on 13 November). Applicants must apply for and be admitted to one of the eligible programmes on the day of admissions announcements.
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