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Government, university and foundation scholarships open to international students.

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Leverhulme Trust Early Career Fellowships 2026 for Researchers (Salaried)

Fully funded

Centre

Listing their chosen Centre as their proposed host within CRASSH on the cover sheet.

PHD

London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine (LSHTM) Research Fellowship 2026

Fully funded

United Kingdom

The salary will be on the LSHTM salary scale, Grade 6 scale in the range £45,728- £51,872 per annum pro rata (inclusive of London Weighting). The post will be subject to the LSHTM terms and conditions of service. Annual leave entitlement is 30 working days per year, pro rata for part time staff. In addition to this there are discretionary “Wellbeing Days”. Membership of the Pension Scheme is available. The post is to be based in Ethiopia at Haramaya University.

MASTERS

Luce/ACLS Dissertation Fellowships in American Art 2026 (up to $42,000)

Fully funded

United States

The total award of $42,500 includes a stipend and additional funds for travel and research. This program is made possible by the generous support of the Henry Luce Foundation.

PHD

L’Oréal USA For Women in Science Award 2026 (up to $75,000)

Funding varies

United States

PHD, POSTDOC

L’Oréal-UNESCO Young Talents Caribbean for Women in Science Program 2026 (up to $15,000)

Funding varies

Science Program

PHD, POSTDOC

L’Oréal-UNESCO for Women in Science International Awards 2027 (up to €100,000)

Funding varies

PHD, POSTDOC

MEXT Research Scholarship For Pakistani Students 2027

Fully funded

Government of Japan · Japan

The MEXT Research Scholarship 2027 is one of the best research scholarships for Pakistani students. This fully funded scholarship opportunity is offered by the Government of Japan. Master’s and PhD students from all over Pakistan can apply for this amazing opportunity. There is no need for IELTS/TOEFL to apply for this scholarship program. Students can apply for almost every field of study under this program. It is a great chance to study at top universities in Japan. For students from other countries or those looking for more general information about the MEXT Scholarship, please refer to our

PHD, MASTERS

MEXT Scholarship 2027 in Japan (Embassy Track – Fully Funded)

Fully funded

Fully Fund · Japan

Applications are now open for the MEXT Scholarship 2027 in Japan (Embassy Track). This is one of the most prestigious fully funded scholarships in Japan offered by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT) for international students. Through the embassy track, applicants apply via the Japanese Embassy or Consulate in their home country. The scholarship is available for Bachelor’s, Master’s, and PhD programs at top universities in Japan . There is no application fee, and no acceptance letter is required at the initial stage. Selected candidates will begin their s

PHD, MASTERS

MEXT Undergraduate Scholarship 2027 in Japan | Fully Funded

Fully funded

Ministry of Education · Japan

Call for applications for the MEXT Undergraduate Scholarship in Japan. This scholarship is offered to undergraduate students who will study at top Japanese national universities across the country. It is provided by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science, and Technology (MEXT) of Japan. This is a fully funded scholarship, and almost all expenses of the selected applicants will be covered by MEXT.

MASTERS

MIDE Master’s Program 2027 in Germany (DAAD Fully Funded Scholarship)

Fully funded

Germany

Applications for the MIDE Master’s Program in Germany will open soon. The program is hosted at HTW Berlin and supported by the DAAD scholarship under the EPOS scheme. This postgraduate program lasts 18 months (three semesters) and takes place in Berlin, Germany. Eligible students can receive full financial support by applying for the DAAD scholarship. This scholarship in Europe covers living expenses, travel allowance, and health insurance. In addition, the program service fee is also waived for DAAD scholarship recipients. Students will receive world-class education in a multicultural environ

MASTERS

MOPGA Fellowship Program 2026 in France | Funded

Fully funded

Ministry · France

Call for applications for the MOPGA Fellowship Program 2026 in France. The MOPGA Visiting Fellowship, funded by Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs (MEAE), will take place in different French research institutions, for a period of 12 months. The fellowship program will bring together scientists and talented individuals from all across the world, providing an opportunity to research on environmental and climate issues. All fellows will receive a monthly allowance of €2,500, along with one-time installation grant of €500, and health coverage. The program has NO admission or tuition fees.

PHD, POSTDOC

MQ Mental Health Research Schizophrenia Research Fellowship 2026 (up to £250,000)

Funding varies

An MQ Fellowship offers grants of up to £250,000 over three years.

PHD, POSTDOC

MS International Federation McDonald Fellowships 2026 (up to €55,000)

Funding varies

PHD, MASTERS

Maastricht University Scholarships 2027 in Netherlands | Fully Funded

Fully funded

Maastricht University Scholarship Fund · Netherlands

Maastricht University Scholarships 2027 is an amazing opportunity for international students to study in Holland for free. This fully-funded scholarship opportunity is for brilliant students who want to climb the ladder of success to enroll themselves in top-rated master’s and doctoral degrees. The Maastricht University (UM) NL-High Potential Scholarship programme gives highly talented students the chance to get a monthly stipend and tuition fee waiver for each academic year.

PHD, MASTERS

Macquarie Vice-Chancellor’s International Scholarships

Funding varies

Macquarie University · Australia

The Macquarie University Vice-Chancellor’s International Scholarship is awarded to recognise academic excellence for international students. This highly competitive scholarship is based on academic merit and awarded to future students. It provides a partial tuition fee scholarship for outstanding students to study an undergraduate or postgraduate degree at Macquarie University.

MASTERS

Maple Leaf Centre for Action on Food Security Scholarship 2026

Funding varies

PHD, MASTERS

Maria Rosario Lazzati Niada Scholarship for Afghan Women 2027-2028

Funding varies

Geneva Graduate Institute

MASTERS

Mark Foundation Emerging Leader Awards 2026 (up to $1,000,000)

Funding varies

PHD

Mark Grosjean Postdoctoral Fellowship 2026 (up to $70,000 CAD)

Funding varies

University of Toronto

$70,000 CAD per annum, plus University of Calgary Plan C health benefits, and $6,000 of research funds

PHD, POSTDOC

Master Mind Scholarship 2026 in Belgium for International Students (€10,225 Funding)

Fully funded

Flemish Ministry of Education · Belgium

• €10,225 per academic year • Benefits of the Master Mind Scholarships in Belgium: • The seleteced students will eeceive a scholarship grant of €10,225 per academic year to support living expenses. • The stuednts will have to pay a very low tuition fee of around €136.50 per year. • Great chance for international students to study at top universities in Belgium • The students will learn from experienced professors and international researchers. • The student will live in multicultural student environment and meet people from many countries. • They will develop research, communication, and professional skills. • Read Commonwealth Distance Learning Scholarships 2026-27 | Fully Funded • Eligiblity Criteria of the Master Mind Scholarship in Belgium 2026: • Applicants must apply for a master’s degree program at a participating higher education institution in Belgium. The program must include a

MASTERS

Mastercard Foundation ASU Graduate Certificate Scholarships 2026 (Fully-funded)

Funding varies

Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program

MASTERS

Mastercard Foundation Doctor of Public Health Scholarships 2026-2027

Funding varies

• This comprehensive scholarship offers full financial support for tuition, travel expenses, housing, food, books, and other expenses for the duration of the professional program. In addition to financial support, scholars will be provided with a comprehensive support network to ensure academic success. • Furthermore, each scholar will have the opportunity to engage in orientation sessions, which will ensure that they are fully engaged from the very beginning of their graduate studies, and which will ease their transition to life as a graduate student in the city of Toronto, and to their preparedness for return to their home country.

MASTERS

Mastercard Foundation EdTech Fellowship 2026 ($60,000 equity-free funding)

Funding varies

• Mentorship Network: Specialized support from sector experts aligned with the unique challenges and opportunities of your startup • Accelerated Growth & Impact: Benefit from a structured curriculum designed to accelerate the growth and development of EdTech start-ups, and impact more lives • Market Access: Valuable opportunities to showcase your solutions to key stakeholders, expanding your reach and impact in the education sector • Funding Opportunities: Receive $60,000 equity-free funding and access other funding opportunities to fuel the growth and sustainability of your business

MASTERS

Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at Arizona State University 2026 (Fully-funded)

Funding varies

Arizona State University

MASTERS

Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at UC Berkeley 2026-2027

Funding varies

Programme

Mastercard Foundation Scholars receive a comprehensive scholarship equivalent to the costs associated with earning a master’s degree, which includes travel, tuition, Berkeley student fees, visa and SEVIS fees, housing, food, living expenses, and cohort signature programs which will focus on leadership and entrepreneurship.

MASTERS

Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at the University of Rwanda 2025/2026 (Fully-funded)

Fully funded

University of Rwanda

MASTERS

Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at the University of the Western Cape 2026 (Fully-funded)

Fully funded

University of

In addition to providing support for tuition fees, the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at UWC provides a range of specialised resources to support Mastercard Foundation Scholars to facilitate their transition into dignified and fulfilling work. In particular, Mastercard Foundation Scholars will be provided with:

MASTERS

Mastercard Foundation/Arizona State University Innovation and Technology Scholarship 2026-2027 (Fully-funded)

Funding varies

Arizona State University Innovation

30 Scholarships are available for students admitted for the 2026/2027 academic year, which will cover the full tuition fees, expenses for accommodation, and comprehensive support for the 2-year graduate program. On top of financial support, Scholars will participate in activities as part of the wider Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at ASU, including leadership curriculum, individual mentorship, and other events and programming. While classes are in session, Scholars have the opportunity to work part-time in on-campus positions, either with the Baobab Platform team or in the broader ASU

MASTERS

Matsumae International Foundation (MIF) Research Fellowship Program 2026 for Study in Japan

Fully funded

Matsumae International Foundation · Japan

A monthly allowance of JPY 220,000 is provided to cover expenses for research activities (including materials) and living expenses in Japan.

PHD

Max Planck Institute for Social Anthropology Dissertation Writing-up Fellowships 2027

Fully funded

The grants will be awarded for a period of maximum 4 months. The Institute provides successful candidates with a monthly living stipend that is not taxable and is free of social security obligations.

PHD

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