Administered By: Swedish Institute (Svenska institutet), Government of Sweden
100% Tuition Fees Paid Directly to Swedish University + Monthly Living Grant (SEK 12,000 / month) + Travel Grant (SEK 15,000) + Health & Accident Insurance + Membership in SI Future Global Leaders Network
One- or Two-Year Full-Time Master’s Degrees at Swedish Universities
Citizens of 41 eligible countries with demonstrable leadership track record and at least 3,000 documented hours of certified work experience.
Direct wire transfer to the host university covering international student tuition rates.
Monthly allowance for housing, food, and utilities (£1,400–£1,700 or $2,200–$2,800/mo).
Booked through government travel agents from home country international airport to destination.
Immigration Health Surcharge (IHS) or university health insurance fully paid by sponsoring body.
One- or Two-Year Full-Time Master’s Degrees at Swedish Universities
Equivalent to minimum 65-70% aggregate in an undergraduate degree from an accredited university.
No individual sub-score band below 6.0 in Reading, Listening, Speaking, or Writing components.
Chevening requires 2,800 hours; Fulbright requires strong professional leadership track record.
Citizens of 41 eligible countries with demonstrable leadership track record and at least 3,000 documented hours of certified work experience.
Submit proof of degree completion and language test scores to fulfill all university conditions.
University issues Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (UK) or Form I-20 (USA) linking your scholarship award.
Undergo mandatory IOM tuberculosis screening and biometric appointment at the local visa application center.
Receive entry clearance vignette in your passport and coordinate flight booking with the scholarship secretariat.
Ensure your academic transcripts, English proficiency test reports, and references are ready prior to 28 Feb 2027.
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