- Provider: Swedish Institute (SI)
- Host country: Sweden
- Study level: Master’s
- Funding: Fully funded: Covers full tuition fees, a monthly allowance of SEK 12,000, and a one-time travel grant of SEK 15,000.
- Who can apply: Female citizens of Bangladesh, Indonesia, Kenya, Malaysia, Nigeria, Philippines, Rwanda, South Africa, Thailand, or Vietnam with documented work and leadership experience.
- Fields of study: Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM)
- Deadline: 15 January 2027
About the scholarship
The Swedish Institute (SI) Pioneering Women in STEM Scholarship supports women in Africa and Asia who wish to lead innovation and drive change through Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM). This fully funded opportunity is for full-time, one- or two-year master’s studies at Swedish universities. Recipients also join the SI Network for Global Professionals to build career connections and professional capacity.
What it covers
- Full tuition fees: Paid directly by SI to the university each semester.
- Monthly allowance: SEK 12,000 for living expenses.
- Travel grant: A one-time payment of SEK 15,000 (not available for students already living in Sweden).
- Network membership: Access to the SI Network for Global Professionals and the Sweden Alumni Network.
Note: The scholarship does not cover health insurance, family member expenses, or University Admissions application fees.
Who can apply
- Female citizens of Bangladesh, Indonesia, Kenya, Malaysia, Nigeria, Philippines, Rwanda, South Africa, Thailand, or Vietnam.
- Applicants must be admitted to an eligible English-taught STEM master’s programme.
- Must have documented work and leadership experience from employment, entrepreneurship, or civil society.
- Must not have previously received an SI scholarship or hold a Swedish degree.
How to apply
First, apply to an eligible Swedish master’s programme through University Admissions between 16 October 2026 and 15 January 2027. The list of eligible programmes will be published on 13 November 2026. After receiving your admission, you must apply for the SI Scholarship through the official portal, which opens from 8 to 24 February 2027. Visit the official Swedish Institute page for the application link and detailed requirements.
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