SESwedish Institute

SI Scholarship Pioneering Women in STEM

Funding
Full tuition, SEK 12,000 a month and a SEK 15,000 travel grant
Deadline
24 Feb 2027
Country
Sweden
Study level
Master’s
Provider
Swedish Institute
APPLICATION WINDOW

The SI application portal is open 8–24 February 2027 and closes at 14:59 CET on the last day.

OVERVIEW

About this scholarship

A fully funded Swedish Institute scholarship for women from 10 countries in Africa and Asia to take a STEM master’s in Sweden.

Applicant stage
Future students

Eligibility criteria

  • Female citizens of the following countries are eligible to apply for Pioneering Women in STEM: Bangladesh, Indonesia, Kenya, Malaysia, Nigeria, Philippines, Rwanda, South Africa, Thailand, Vietnam.

Value of the award

  • Full tuition fee coverage.
  • A monthly allowance of SEK 12,000 to cover your living expenses throughout the study period.
  • A travel grant of SEK 15,000.

Fields of study

Science · Engineering · Computer Science

Application process

Apply through Swedish Institute’s official route. Check whether a separate course application, nomination, or offer is needed before applying for funding.

QUESTIONS, ANSWERED

Frequently asked questions

What does this scholarship cover?

Full tuition fee coverage.; A monthly allowance of SEK 12,000 to cover your living expenses throughout the study period.; A travel grant of SEK 15,000.

Which study levels and subjects does it support?

Master’s. Fields: Science, Engineering, Computer Science. Check course-specific restrictions with the provider.

When is the application deadline?

The SI application portal is open 8–24 February 2027 and closes at 14:59 CET on the last day.

Where can I see the required documents?

Open the Documents tab for items mentioned in this record and preparation guidance. The official application instructions contain the complete list.