Swiss Government Excellence Scholarships 2027–2028 | PhD & Research Fellowship

The Heinrich Böll Foundation Scholarship supports academically strong, socially and politically engaged international students and PhD candidates who intend to pursue a Master's degree or PhD at a state-recognized university in Germany. The program supports applicants from all academic disciplines and places particular emphasis on democracy, human rights, ecology, sustainability, social justice, gender equality, anti-discrimination and civic engagement. International students from non-EU countries who have completed their first academic degree abroad may apply for funding for a Master's degree in Germany. International PhD candidates who have completed their graduate degree abroad may apply for doctoral funding in Germany. Priority is given to applicants from DAC countries who have not yet taken up residence in Germany at the time of application. For the Fall 2026 selection round, applications are accepted from 15 July 2026 through 1 September 2026. Applications are submitted online through the Heinrich Böll Foundation's application portal. International applicants must demonstrate sufficient German language proficiency, generally at least B2 or DSH level as specified by the Foundation. Applicants should also demonstrate strong academic performance, civic or social engagement, and an interest in the Foundation's values and objectives. For international Master's students from non-EU countries funded through the German Federal Foreign Office, the scholarship currently includes a base scholarship of €992 per month. Depending on the applicant's individual circumstances, additional support may include a health insurance allowance, reimbursement of tuition fees in Germany up to €10,000 per year, German-language course fees, fixed fringe benefits and family-related allowances. International PhD candidates from non-EU countries may receive a base scholarship of €1,500 per month, with additional benefits potentially including health insurance support, tuition-fee reimbursement, German-language course fees, family allowances and other applicable benefits. The scholarship is not restricted to a particular university or academic field. Applicants must independently secure the required admission or academic arrangements for their intended Master's or PhD program in Germany. این محتوا با اطلاعات رسمی فعلی بنیاد تطبیق داده شده است.

Khalifa University Graduate Scholarship 2027 in the United Arab Emirates is a competitive, merit-based scholarship opportunity for outstanding international and UAE students applying to eligible PhD programs at Khalifa University of Science and Technology. For the Spring 2027 intake, Khalifa University is currently accepting PhD applications from 3 August 2026 through 31 August 2026. Scholarship consideration is part of the graduate admission process, so applicants do not need to submit a separate scholarship application. Eligible applicants are evaluated based on academic achievement, research potential, and alignment with the University’s strategic priorities. Scholarship places are limited, and meeting the minimum admission requirements does not guarantee a scholarship award. Depending on the scholarship tier and selected study path, benefits may include up to 100% tuition fee coverage, a competitive monthly stipend for eligible high-caliber PhD students, university accommodation, medical insurance for eligible full-time international students, UAE visa fee support, textbooks, travel support for eligible students residing outside the UAE, and support for international research conferences or research internships subject to funding and University approval. The Spring 2027 intake covered by this opportunity is for PhD programs only. Khalifa University offers doctoral study in areas including engineering, computer science, computer and information engineering, robotics, mathematics, chemistry, physics, earth sciences, biomedical engineering, biomedical sciences, molecular life sciences, and public health. Applicants should carefully review the specific admission requirements of their intended PhD program before applying. Depending on the route, applicants may need a relevant bachelor’s and master’s degree or may qualify for Direct PhD admission with a bachelor’s degree, together with the required English proficiency, GRE, recommendation letters, statement of purpose, research statement, and other supporting documents. Important: Scholarship benefits and eligibility are subject to Khalifa University policies and the scholarship tier stated in the admission offer. Applicants should not assume that every successful applicant will receive the same funding package.

The University of St Andrews International Excellence Scholarship is a highly competitive merit-based scholarship for outstanding international undergraduate students beginning their first year of study at the University of St Andrews in 2027. The scholarship is available to applicants with Overseas fee status and provides full tuition fees for one successful student each year for the duration of the student's undergraduate programme. The award is based on academic excellence and is open across a wide range of undergraduate subjects, with Medicine and BA International Honours joint courses with William and Mary excluded. Applicants must first submit an application for an undergraduate course beginning in 2027. They do not need to wait for an offer of admission before applying for the scholarship. After submitting the course application, applicants can access the scholarship application through the My Application portal after the university has processed their application and issued their login details. The scholarship application requires one academic reference, one personal reference and a statement of motivation of no more than 2,000 characters. The successful scholar is expected to participate in the University of St Andrews Student Ambassadors Scheme and represent the university at relevant events and outreach activities. The scholarship application period for 2027 entry opens on 17 August 2026 and closes on 27 January 2027. The university states that outcomes will be available by mid-March 2027. The scholarship is not a general living-cost stipend: the official award value is full tuition fees, so applicants should budget separately for accommodation, food, travel, visa, insurance and other personal expenses unless another source of funding covers them. Scholarship selection is competitive and meeting the eligibility criteria does not guarantee an award.

The Open Doors Russian Scholarship Project 2026 is one of the world's largest international scholarship competitions, offering outstanding students the opportunity to study at leading Russian universities without paying tuition fees. Organized by the Global Universities Association with the support of the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Russian Federation, the competition attracts thousands of talented applicants from around the world every year. The scholarship provides fully funded opportunities for Bachelor's, Master's, PhD, and Postdoctoral applicants in hundreds of academic programmes offered by participating Russian universities. Students compete through an online academic competition where their knowledge, academic achievements, research potential, and professional qualifications are evaluated by university experts. Unlike traditional scholarship programmes, Open Doors first selects the strongest applicants through several competitive stages before assigning successful candidates to participating universities. Winners receive tuition-free admission and may also receive additional financial support such as monthly stipends, accommodation assistance, and research opportunities depending on the university and programme. More than twenty of Russia's leading universities participate in the Open Doors Project, including institutions consistently ranked among the country's best universities in engineering, artificial intelligence, medicine, physics, computer science, economics, mathematics, international relations, biotechnology, chemistry, business, education, energy, aerospace engineering, environmental science, public policy, and many other fields. The competition welcomes talented students from almost every region of the world. Applicants from Afghanistan and other international countries are eligible to participate provided they satisfy the academic requirements of their chosen study level and subject profile. One of the biggest advantages of the programme is its flexibility. Students may choose from numerous academic subject profiles and compete entirely online without travelling to Russia during the selection process. Most stages—including portfolio submission, examinations, interviews, and research assessments—are completed electronically through the official Open Doors platform. The scholarship covers 100% tuition fees at participating universities. Depending on the host institution, scholarship winners may also receive monthly financial support, student accommodation, access to research laboratories, university libraries, innovation centres, scientific conferences, international exchange opportunities, and academic supervision by leading professors. Programmes are available in both English and Russian, depending on the selected university and field of study. Many graduate programmes are offered entirely in English, particularly in engineering, information technology, economics, international relations, mathematics, artificial intelligence, and natural sciences. Applicants are evaluated based on academic excellence, previous educational achievements, research experience, publications, awards, professional accomplishments, motivation, portfolio quality, and performance during the online competition. Doctoral and postdoctoral candidates are additionally assessed on research proposals, scientific publications, and research potential. Graduates of participating Russian universities continue successful careers in academia, government institutions, multinational companies, international organisations, technology firms, healthcare systems, research institutes, engineering companies, financial institutions, and universities across the world. For students seeking high-quality education, internationally recognised research opportunities, and tuition-free university study in Russia, the Open Doors Russian Scholarship Project 2026 represents one of the most competitive and valuable scholarship opportunities available to international students.

Stipendium Hungaricum Scholarship 2027 is the Hungarian Government's flagship international scholarship programme, offering international students the opportunity to pursue bachelor's, master's, one-tier master's, doctoral and selected non-degree studies at participating higher education institutions in Hungary. The scholarship provides tuition-free education and financial support including a monthly stipend, accommodation support or a dormitory place, and medical insurance. The programme covers a wide range of academic fields and study programmes, with the exact programmes and eligible fields depending on the applicant's citizenship and the relevant bilateral educational cooperation arrangements. Applicants apply through the official Stipendium Hungaricum online application system operated by the Tempus Public Foundation. Applicants must select eligible study programmes available to their country, and they may generally choose up to two study programmes. Applicants may also need to submit an application to their country's designated Sending Partner, which may have additional procedures or deadlines. The scholarship is highly competitive. Meeting the minimum eligibility requirements does not guarantee selection. Applicants should carefully review the official Call for Applications, country-specific requirements, available study programmes and document requirements before submitting an application. Important: The official 2027/28 Call for Applications and deadline have not yet been published on the official Stipendium Hungaricum application pages reviewed for this listing. The latest published cycle was 2026/27, for which the central online application deadline was 15 January 2026 at 2:00 PM CET. Applicants should check the official website for the 2027/28 call and the exact deadline once announced.