Swedish Institute Scholarship for Global Professionals: requirements, benefits and deadline

The Swedish Institute (SI) Scholarship for Global Professionals funds full-time master’s studies at Swedish universities for professionals from 34 countries who want to contribute to sustainable development in their home country.

Country
Sweden
Level
One- or two-year master’s
Funding
Fully funded
Next deadline
Call for autumn 2027 not yet published (the last round closed on 25 February 2026)

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What it covers

  • Full tuition fees, paid by SI directly to your Swedish university
  • A monthly allowance of SEK 12,000 for living expenses
  • A one-time travel grant of SEK 15,000 (SEK 10,000 for scholars from Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Georgia, Moldova and Ukraine)
  • Membership of the SI Network for Global Professionals and, afterwards, the Sweden Alumni Network
  • Not covered: insurance, grants for family members and the University Admissions application fee

Who can apply

  • Be a citizen of one of 34 eligible countries, including Bangladesh, Egypt, Ethiopia, Indonesia, Kenya, Nigeria, the Philippines, Rwanda, South Africa, Uganda, Vietnam and Zambia; you do not need to live there when you apply
  • Be liable to pay tuition fees in Sweden and be admitted to an eligible English-taught master’s programme on the first admissions announcement day
  • Have work experience: for most eligible countries at least 3,000 hours, from at most three employers
  • Have demonstrated leadership experience from an employer or from civil society

Key dates

Last round: University Admissions
Master’s programme applications ran from 16 October 2025 to 15 January 2026
Last round: SI scholarship application
9–25 February 2026, closing at 14:59 CET
Last round: results
University admissions on 26 March 2026; SI scholarships on 23 April 2026
Next round
The scholarship opens once a year for studies starting in the autumn; SI publishes the new call and eligible programmes on its website

How to apply

  1. Check that your citizenship is on the list of 34 eligible countries and that you meet the work and leadership experience requirements.
  2. Apply for eligible master’s programmes through University Admissions in Sweden by its deadline and pay the application fee.
  3. Submit the SI scholarship application in the SI portal during its application window, with the SI work experience certification forms.
  4. You must be admitted to an eligible programme on the first admissions day to be considered.

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Frequently asked questions

What does the Swedish Institute Scholarship for Global Professionals cover?

Full tuition fees, paid by SI directly to your Swedish university. A monthly allowance of SEK 12,000 for living expenses. A one-time travel grant of SEK 15,000 (SEK 10,000 for scholars from Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Georgia, Moldova and Ukraine). Membership of the SI Network for Global Professionals and, afterwards, the Sweden Alumni Network. Not covered: insurance, grants for family members and the University Admissions application fee.

Who can apply for the Swedish Institute Scholarship for Global Professionals?

Be a citizen of one of 34 eligible countries, including Bangladesh, Egypt, Ethiopia, Indonesia, Kenya, Nigeria, the Philippines, Rwanda, South Africa, Uganda, Vietnam and Zambia; you do not need to live there when you apply. Be liable to pay tuition fees in Sweden and be admitted to an eligible English-taught master’s programme on the first admissions announcement day. Have work experience: for most eligible countries at least 3,000 hours, from at most three employers. Have demonstrated leadership experience from an employer or from civil society.

When is the Swedish Institute Scholarship for Global Professionals deadline?

Call for autumn 2027 not yet published (the last round closed on 25 February 2026). Last round: University Admissions: Master’s programme applications ran from 16 October 2025 to 15 January 2026. Last round: SI scholarship application: 9–25 February 2026, closing at 14:59 CET. Last round: results: University admissions on 26 March 2026; SI scholarships on 23 April 2026. Next round: The scholarship opens once a year for studies starting in the autumn; SI publishes the new call and eligible programmes on its website.

How do I apply for the Swedish Institute Scholarship for Global Professionals?

Check that your citizenship is on the list of 34 eligible countries and that you meet the work and leadership experience requirements. Apply for eligible master’s programmes through University Admissions in Sweden by its deadline and pay the application fee. Submit the SI scholarship application in the SI portal during its application window, with the SI work experience certification forms. You must be admitted to an eligible programme on the first admissions day to be considered.

Sources: Swedish Institute: SI Scholarship for Global Professionals (checked 26 September 2026)

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