SI Scholarship for Global Professionals 2023

Scholarship Description:

SI Scholarship for Global Professionals 2023 is open for International Students . The scholarship allows Masters level programm(s) in the field of All Subjects taught at Swedish Institute . The deadline of the scholarship is expired at 28 Feb 2023.

 The SI Scholarship for Global Professionals aims to cultivate future global leaders who will work towards achieving the United Nations' 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. The scholarship is intended for individuals who have a clear understanding of how their education will contribute to the sustainable development of their home countries and regions. In 2023, the Swedish Institute plans to award about 350 scholarships for master's degree studies in Sweden.

The scholarship is intended for full-time, one- or two-year master's programs and is funded by the Swedish Ministry for Foreign Affairs. The Swedish Institute opens the call for applications once a year for master's studies beginning in the autumn semester. To ensure a successful application, make sure you meet the eligibility requirements, complete all steps of the application process, and have the necessary documentation to finalize your application in time.

Sweden is considered to be a good destination for international students, and the Swedish Institute (SI) is an organization that provides support and resources to help international students make the most of their time in Sweden. The SI offers scholarships to international students to study in Sweden, which can help cover the cost of tuition and living expenses. The SI also provides a number of other resources and programs to support international students, such as information and support for finding housing, getting settled in Sweden, and getting involved in the local community.

Sweden is known for its high-quality education and research, as well as its innovative and forward-thinking approach to education. The country is home to many internationally renowned universities and research institutes, which are consistently ranked among the best in the world. Swedish universities offer a wide variety of programs, including many that are taught in English, which makes it an attractive destination for international students.

In general, Sweden is considered to be a safe and welcoming country, and many international students find that they are able to make friends and feel at home quickly. Additionally, the country is known for its high standard of living and strong social welfare system, which can make it a comfortable place to live and study.

Overall, the Swedish Institute is a good organization for international students looking to study in Sweden, and the country itself is considered to be a good destination for international students in terms of education, quality of life and opportunities.

Degree Level:

SI Scholarship for Global Professionals 2023 is available to undertake Masters level programs at Swedish Institute.

Available Subjects:

Following subject are available to study under this scholarship program.

• All Subjects

Scholarship Benefits:

• Full tuition fee coverage. The fee is paid directly by SI to your Swedish university in the beginning of each semester.
• A monthly payment of SEK 11,000 to cover your living expenses throughout the study period.
• Insurance against illness and accident.
• Travel Grant. This is a one-time payment and does not apply for students already living in Sweden.
  • For scholars from Bangladesh, Bolivia; Brazil, Cambodia, Cameroon, Colombia, Ecuador, Egypt, Ethiopia, Gambia, Ghana, Guatemala, Honduras, Indonesia, Jordan, Kenya, Liberia, Malawi, Morocco, Myanmar (Burma), Nepal, Nigeria, Pakistan, Peru, Philippines, Rwanda, South Africa, Sri Lanka, Sudan, Tanzania, Tunisia, Uganda, Vietnam, Zambia or Zimbabwe – the scholarship includes a travel grant of SEK 15,000 for the entire study period.
  • For scholars from Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Georgia, Moldova, and Ukraine, the scholarship includes a travel grant of SEK 11,000 for the entire study period.
    
• Membership of the SI Network for Future 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 SI Alumni Network. As a member, you get a unique opportunity for continued networking and professional development.

The scholarship does not:

• Provide additional grants for family members.
• Cover the application fee to University Admissions.
• Allow changes to the study programme. We are only able to support you through the awarded master’s programme.
• Allow extensions or changes to the awarded scholarship period.

Eligible Nationalities:

You must be a citizen of one of the eligible countries. However, you do not need to reside in the country at the time of the application. If your country of citizenship is not listed below, we suggest that you look for other scholarship opportunities.

Eligibility Criteria:

Country of citizenship

You must be a citizen of a country that is eligible for SI scholarships. However, you do not need to reside in the country at the time of the application.

University admissions

You must be liable to pay tuition fees to Swedish universities, have followed the steps of University Admissions and be admitted to one of the eligible master's programmes by 30 of March 2023.

Previous experience

You must have a minimum of 3,000 hours of demonstrated work experience. In addition, you must have demonstrated leadership experience from your current or previous employer, or from civil society engagement.

Master's programmes

The master's programmes you apply for must be eligible for SI scholarships. We give priority to programmes within certain subject areas, depending on your country of citizenship

Your are not eligible if…

Regardless of all the eligibility criteria listed above, you are not eligible for the SI Scholarships for Global Professionals if you:

• have already resided in Sweden for cumulatively two years or more, prior to the scholarship period (starting August 2023);
• have previously been awarded a Swedish Institute scholarship for master’s level studies or research at a Swedish university/university college. Previous participants of the SI Summer Academy for Young Professionals (SAYP), and students who have attended SI summer courses in the Swedish language or the Swedish Institute Summer University (SISU) may still apply;
• already hold a degree from a Swedish university/university college;
• are currently enrolled in a study programme at a Swedish university/university college;
• have a Swedish or EU/EEA citizenship*, a Swedish permanent residence permit or a temporary work- and residence permit based on work or on family ties with a citizen of Sweden/EU/EEA country who has a temporary or permanent right of residence in Sweden; or
• have dual citizenship in countries not listed on the DAC list of ODA recipients 2022-2023.

 *Exception: students with dual citizenship in Romania may apply for a scholarship even though they are EU citizens, and must state the citizenship that is eligible for the scholarship when applying to both SI as well as University Admissions..

Application Procedure:

1. After you have completed your application to a master’s programme, you can apply for an SI scholarship. See more information about the  required documents and forms under Criteria.
2. Submit the required documents digitally through our online application portal. The portal is open from 10 February 00:01 until 28 February 2023 14:59 CET. Access will be available on this page during the application period.

Note! Due to the high volume of applications, the online application portal may be under heavy pressure at the end of the application period. We strongly urge all applicants not to wait until the last days to apply. No admission past deadline 28 February 14:59 CET is accepted as the portal will be closed.