Swedish Institute Scholarships 2027

The Swedish Institute Scholarships 2027 initiative convenes dedicated and exceptionally motivated individuals in an environment conducive to meaningful interaction and mutual learning. This prestigious Swedish Government Scholarship represents a significant advancement toward fulfilling the United Nations 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. The SI Scholarship for Global Professionals offers participants a distinctive opportunity to advance both their professional competencies and academic qualifications. Furthermore, this internationally recognized scholarship program, representing one of Europe’s premier educational destinations, establishes a comprehensive platform for individuals to engage with the country across multiple dimensions, including cultural immersion, academic pursuits, and practical application. The substantial educational experience acquired through Swedish universities would prove instrumental in enabling emerging global leaders to facilitate constructive and sustainable social transformation within their respective nations and broader regions.

All academic disciplines and fields of study are accessible through Swedish Universities under this Scholarship program. Comprehensive financial coverage is provided, encompassing tuition fees, airfare, and ancillary expenses, all funded by the Swedish Government. The scholarship tenure extends for either one or two years, contingent upon the selected degree program, and is not subject to extension.

The Government of Sweden will distribute 300 fully funded scholarships, administered by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, to qualified students from international backgrounds. The scholarship’s primary objective is to cultivate and develop global leaders. Typically, scholarships are awarded to approximately 4-6% of the total applicant pool.

 

Swedish Institute Scholarships (SISGP) 2027:

  • Degree level: Master’s
  • No. awards: 300
  • Scholarship coverage: Fully Funded
  • Eligible nationality: International
  • Award country: Sweden
  • Last Date: 28 February 2027

Financial Benefits:

Swedish Institute Scholarship is a Fully Funded Scholarship for international students to Study in top universities of Sweden. The detail of the covered expenses is given below:

  • The Scholarship for Global Professionals is a competitive fully-funded scholarship that includes: 

    • 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. As a member, you get a unique opportunity for continued networking and professional development.

List of Available Study Fields:

Almost all study areas are offered under this scholarship for Masters Degree Program. Complete list of degree programs is given below:

  • Mathematics
  • Natural Science
  • Computer Science and Engineering
  • Social Science and Behavioral Science
  • Veterinary Medicine and Nursing
  • Arts, Design and Media
  • Business Administration and Economics
  • Education/Educational Sciences/Didactics
  • Agriculture, Horticulture, Forestry, and Fishery
  • Health and Medical Care
  • Law and Legal Studies
  • Materials, Construction, and Manufacturing
  • Religious Studies
  • Technology
  • Humanities
  • Social Work and Welfare
  • Journalism, Communication, and Information
  • Languages

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Documents Required:

  • Letter of Motivation
  • Updated Resume (CV)
  • Reference Letters
  • Valid and completed proof of work and leadership experience
  • Copy of your valid passport

Eligible Countries

  • Armenia
  • Azerbaijan
  • Bangladesh
  • Bolivia
  • Belarus
  • Brazil
  • Cambodia
  • Cameroon
  • Colombia
  • Ecuador
  • Egypt
  • Ethiopia
  • The Gambia
  • Georgia
  • Ghana
  • Guatemala
  • Honduras
  • Indonesia
  • Jordan
  • Kenya
  • Liberia
  • Malawi
  • Moldova
  • Morocco
  • Myanmar (Burma)
  • Nepal
  • Nigeria
  • Pakistan
  • Peru
  • Philippines
  • Russia
  • Rwanda
  • Sri Lanka
  • Sudan
  • Tanzania
  • Tunisia
  • Turkey
  • Uganda
  • Ukraine
  • Vietnam
  • Zambia
  • Zimbabwe.

Eligibility Criteria:

  • Application and Eligibility  
    The scholarship is open for applications once every year, for master’s studies beginning in the autumn semester. In order to apply you must: 

    • 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 the Swedish Institute Scholarships

  • The candidates have to apply for university admission first.
  • The candidate must be admitted to one of the eligible master’s programs for SI Scholarships
  • The candidate has to apply for SI scholarships separately after completing the admission application.
  • You can apply for as many programs as you want, but you can apply for up to 4 master’s programs for SI Scholarship in Sweden 2027.
  • Once an applicant submits his or her admission application, he will receive a personal application number.
  • A candidate must save this application number for applying to the Global Professional Program (Swedish Institute Scholarship).

Required Documents for Swedish Scholarship

  • Motivation letter
  • CV
  • Letters of reference
  • Valid and completed proof of work and leadership experience
  • Copy of your valid passport

Key dates:

  • 16 October 2026 – 15 January 2027: Apply to Swedish master’s programmes through University Admissions.  
  • 13 November 2026: SI Scholarship application documents and eligible master programmes are published on this page. 
  • 8-24 February 2027: Application portal for the SI Scholarships is open for two weeks. Please note that the application portal closes at 14:59 CET on the final day. 
  • 1 April 2027: University admissions announcement. 
  • 22 April 2027: SI Scholarship announcement. 

Application Procedure

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