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Government, university and foundation scholarships open to international students.

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Harvard LEAD Fellowship 2026-27 in the USA | Fully Funded

Fully funded

Harvard Global Health Institute · United States

This Harvard opportunitiy will begin virtually in the fall semester, where fellows will discuss their plans and attend virtual mentorship meetings. Offering an executive education course, leadership workshops, mentorship, team-building and public speaking opportunities, the spring semester will be held in-person at Harvard University in April of 2027, for a duration of 6 weeks. During this period, fellows will receive a stipend to cover the expenses related to housing, flights to and from Cambridge, course fees and daily per diem for food and transportation.

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Harvard Radcliffe Fellowship Program 2026-2027

Fully funded

Radcliffe Research Partnership Program

Fellows receive a stipend of $78,000 plus an additional $5,000 to cover project expenses. Note that if you are a US citizen or permanent resident coming from a home institution based in the US, you can opt to have your stipend paid through your home institution or to you directly.

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Harvard University Center for Hellenic Studies in Greece Fellowship in AI Ethics 2026-2027 ($12,000 stipend)

Fully funded

Harvard University Center · Greece

• The fellowship award includes year-long access to Harvard University’s online databases and resources, a 10-day educational trip to the US, invitations to present and publish the outcomes of the research project and attend meetings, as well as a stipend of $12,000 (USD). • The fellow will receive academic support and mentorship during the fellowship appointment by the academic committee of the program.

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Harvard University Environmental Fellows Program 2026 ($90,000 salary)

Fully funded

Harvard University Environmental Fellows Program

The fellowship includes a salary of $90,000 per year, employee health insurance eligibility, up to $2,500 reimbursement for relocation expenses, and a $2,500 annual allowance for travel and other professional expenses.

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Hatfield Lioness Scholarship 2025-2026 in UK | Fully Funded

Fully funded

Durham University · United Kingdom

Hatfield Lioness Scholarship 2025-2026 in UK is offered at Durham University. This scholarship will be awarded to an exceptional student who has an excellent academic record and unique personal skills. After completing this fully funded scholarship program , the individual will use the knowledge and skills gained during the postgraduate program for the betterment of their community after returning to their home country.

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Heidelberg Laureate Forum (HLF) 2026 in Germany

Fully funded

Germany

The applications are now open for the 13th Heidelberg Laureate Forum (HLF) 2026 . It is a Fully Funded annual Forum in Heidelberg from September 13 to 18, 2026. Undergraduate, Master’s, Graduate, PhD, and Postdoctoral applicants from around the world are eligible to apply. The 13th Heidelberg Laureate Forum will bring around 200 international applicants. The Objective of the HLF Forum is to bring together the brightest minds from Mathematics and Computer science or related fields to connect with other scientific experts and engage with some of the foremost stars of their fields. It’s a unique,

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Heidelberg Laureate Forum 2025 for young Researchers in computer science and mathematics ( Funded to Heidelberg, Germany).

Funding varies

Germany

If you cannot get travel funding from your current affiliation or national funding agency, you can apply for an HLFF travel grant to cover your travel costs. Uploading a letter of rejection to the travel grant application is mandatory.

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Heinrich Boll Foundation Scholarships 2025/2026 for Undergraduate, Graduate & PhD Study in Germany

Funding varies

Heinrich Böll Foundation · Germany

The Heinrich Böll Foundation supports young people through scholarship funding (generally including a maintenance grant, study and research grant, foreign study grant, mobility allowance, family allowance, and other categories). In addition, we promote the scholarship recipients in their personal development, help them to gain cross-disciplinary qualifications and enhance their key competences, encourage political debate and attention to social issues, and nurture interdisciplinary dialogue.

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Heinrich Böll Foundation Scholarships 2027 in Germany | Fully Funded Master’s & PhD Scholarships

Fully funded

Heinrich Böll Foundation · Germany

Successful applicants receive comprehensive financial and academic support, including:

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Hertie School Climate Action Scholarship 2026

Funding varies

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Higher Education in Denmark

Funding varies

Higher Education Institut · Denmark

This article covers the main aspects of higher education in Denmark, including the types of institutions and degree programs available and several features that make the country an attractive study-abroad destination.

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Higher Education in France

Funding varies

Higher Education Institut · France

Admission routes vary by institution and program. Students may enter after completing competitive preparatory classes, after earning a relevant higher education qualification, or directly after secondary school through an integrated preparatory program. Tuition is generally higher than at public universities, and many Grandes Écoles offer English-taught options. Campus France reports that approximately 20% of international students in France are enrolled in Grandes Écoles.

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Higher Education in Poland

Funding varies

Higher Education Institut · Poland

Yes, Poland offers numerous scholarship opportunities for eligible international students. Funding may be provided by the Polish government, universities, European exchange programs, bilateral agreements, and other organizations. Examples include the Banach NAWA Program and the Poland My First Choice Program . Both primarily support eligible applicants undertaking full-time second-cycle studies, although participating countries, benefits, tuition arrangements, and application conditions depend on the current call for applications.

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Hillary Rodham Clinton Research Fellow 2026-2027 (up to $70,000)

Funding varies

The annual compensation for the full-time fellowship is expected to range from $60,000 – $70,000 per year, depending on experience.

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Hiroshima University Global Doctoral Fellowship in Japan – Funded

Fully funded

Hiroshima University · Japan

Applications window for the Hiroshima University Global Doctoral Fellowship in Japan is now open. Offered by the Hiroshima University, the funded fellowship program will bring together outstanding research students from around the world to become global leaders. The international fellowship program will provide a monthly salary and research funds to the selected fellows. The program is scheduled to begin in April 2026, at Hiroshima University, in Japan. During this fellowship program in Japan, fellows will get a chance to to conduct research in a supportive environment.

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Hoover Fellows Program at Stanford University 2026-2027

Fully funded

Stanford University

The 12‑month base salary range is $169,950 to $230,000, plus a $20,000 annual housing allowance.

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How AI and Plagiarism Tools Are Changing the Scholarship Game for Student Writers

Funding varies

For many students, a scholarship is the best chance to enter a college or university and get a degree. Since tuition fees are often pretty high, not all families can afford higher education, especially in reputable universities.

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How Students and Young Professionals Can Tailor Their Resumes for Scholarships, Internships, and First Jobs

Funding varies

College

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How data changes the healthcare game

Funding varies

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Humboldt Research Fellowship 2027 in Germany (Fully Funded Research Opportunity)

Fully funded

Germany

A mobility allowance is provided for conferences, research trips, and library stays (in Germany and abroad).

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I AM NALA Fellowship – Call for 2027

Funding varies

The fellowship will have bi-monthly online sessions including trainings and masterclasses which will provide dialogues with and learn alongside mentors who are experts and acclaimed senior leaders with a wealth of experiences across a range of institutions and organizations. The fellowship may also include potential in person engagements.

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I Tatti Residential Fellowships 2026-2027 at Harvard (up to $65,000)

Fully funded

• Fellows are offered a study, use of the Biblioteca Berenson, lunches on weekdays, and various other privileges. The grant is $65,000, plus a supplement towards relocation expenses. There are several apartments on the I Tatti property, rent free, but with charges for utilities. If an apartment is not available, a housing subsidy will be offered to help offset rental costs. • If the candidate receives partial salary or outside grants, this must be indicated on the application or in subsequent correspondence with the Director, and permission must be received.

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IAEA Marie Sklodowska-Curie Fellowship Programme 2026

Funding varies

The students are awarded up to €20,000 for tuition costs and up to €20,000 for living costs for the master’s programme. Applicants are obliged to declare if they have additional scholarships and to provide relevant documents, in which case the IAEA’s financial support would be reduced accordingly, i.e. only covering tuition costs, not living costs, for the duration of the programme. Failure to provide such information in a timely and transparent manner may lead to suspension of the IAEA’s financial support.

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IAEA University Partnership Summer Programme in USA 2026

Funding varies

International Atomic Energy Agency · United States

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ICGEB Arturo Falaschi PhD Fellowships 2026

Fully funded

University of Nova Gorica

Monthly stipend: Trieste (Italy): Euro 1,500, New Delhi (India): US$ 1,122, Cape Town (South Africa): ZAR 15,000.

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ICTP Postgraduate Diploma Scholarship Programme 2025/2026 for young physicists and mathematicians from Developing Countries

Funding varies

United States

• Tuition-free; 10 yearly scholarships plus travel grant for applicants from developing countries. • In each Postgraduate Diploma Programme, scholarships and travel grants will be awarded to those 10 students selected from developing countries. There are no course fees. Students will receive a scholarship for the entire year of study. A limited number of qualified candidates who meet the same selection criteria as others may attend the courses at their own cost. They must supply written evidence from a funding agency or a banking institution that funds are available for their entire year’s stay, and are equal to those offered by the Centre.

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IEBA MSc 2026/27 in Europe | Triple Degree Program with Scholarships

Fully funded

University of Verona

This is a two-year program with 120 ECTS. Students can choose a business track or an economics track. They start in Italy and then study in other European countries. This helps them learn better and gain international exposure. The program also offers mobility grants for some students. These grants help cover travel and living costs, so studying in Europe becomes more affordable.

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IFRA-Nigeria Research Grant 2026 (up to €1,000)

Funding varies

French Institute

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IFRA-Nigeria Research Grants 2027 (up to €1,000)

Funding varies

French Institute

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IHE Delft Sahel, Middle East and Horn of Africa Scholarships 2026

Funding varies

Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs

There are full and partial scholarships available. The full scholarships include the total cost of the MSc Programme in Water and Sustainable Development: Tuition fee, insurance, international travel cost and an allowance of €1,220 per month for the cost of living and accommodation during the complete study period.

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