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2025 Swedish Institute Pioneering Women in STEM Master’s Scholarship in Sweden

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Pioneering Women in STEM

Eligible Degree

  • Master’s degree (one- or two-year programs)

Brief Overview

  • A fully funded scholarship for women from 10 countries in Africa and Asia to pursue master’s programs in Sweden.
  • Focuses on developing future female leaders in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM).
  • Aims to foster diversity and contribute to the United Nations’ 2030 Sustainable Development Goals.

Details of the Scholarship

  • Offered by the Swedish Institute (SI) for full-time, English-taught master’s programs in STEM fields in Sweden.
  • Available for master’s programs beginning in the autumn semester.
  • List of eligible master’s programs to be published on November 1, 2024.

Eligibility Requirements

  • Must be a female citizen of one of the eligible countries.
  • Must apply to designated master’s programs through University Admissions.
  • Must not have a prior SI Scholarship, Swedish university degree, or extensive residence in Sweden.
  • Cannot have a Swedish or EU/EEA citizenship, Swedish residence permit based on family or work ties, or dual citizenship in non-eligible countries.

Countries Eligible

  • Bangladesh
  • Indonesia
  • Kenya
  • Malaysia
  • Nigeria
  • Philippines
  • Rwanda
  • South Africa
  • Thailand
  • Vietnam

Scholarship Values

  • Full tuition coverage, paid directly to the Swedish university.
  • Monthly stipend of SEK 12,000 for living expenses.
  • Travel grant of SEK 15,000 (one-time payment).
  • Membership in the SI Network for Future Global Professionals (NFGP) for professional networking.
  • Membership in the SI Alumni Network for continued professional growth post-scholarship.

Note: The scholarship does not cover:

  • Insurance (check with university for coverage options).
  • Additional grants for family members.
  • Application fees for University Admissions.
  • Changes to the study program or scholarship period.

Required Documents

  • Proof of citizenship from an eligible country.
  • Application to designated master’s program(s) through University Admissions.
  • Confirmation form to SI regarding the university application.

How to Apply for the Scholarship

  1. Select a Master’s Program
    • Application period: October 15, 2024 – January 15, 2025
    • Choose from designated master’s programs in STEM for the 2025/2026 academic year.
  2. Apply through University Admissions
    • Submit applications via University Admissions.
    • Deadline: January 15, 2025.
    • Pay application fees and submit required documents by February 3, 2025.
  3. Notify SI of Your Application
    • Complete the “Confirmation of University Application” form on the SI website between November 1, 2024 – January 15, 2025.
  4. Receive Notifications
    • March 27, 2025: University Admissions announces program admissions results.
    • April 24, 2025: SI announces scholarship award recipients.

Deadline

  • Application Deadline: January 15, 2025