Swedish Institute Women in STEM Scholarship 2026 (Fully Funded)

GetIn Edu Consulting
Oct 26, 2025
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Summary:

The SI Scholarship Pioneering Women in STEM is an academic scholarship provided for full-time, one- or two-year master’s studies in designated programmes in Sweden.

Are you passionate about shaping the future? This is your chance to gain valuable expertise, cultivate innovative ideas, and make a positive impact.

The Swedish Institute Women in STEM Scholarship welcomes women from 10 countries in Africa and Asia to apply for our fully funded scholarship, aimed at those ready to lead change, tackle global challenges, and develop lasting solutions.

Eligibilities:

To be considered for the SI Scholarship Pioneering Women in STEM, you must:

be a female citizen of one of the 10 eligible countries (Bangladesh, Indonesia, Kenya, Malaysia, Nigeria, Philippines, Rwanda, South Africa, Thailand, Vietnam).
Follow the steps of University Admissions and be admitted to one of the eligible master’s programmes on the day of the admissions announcements.
The scholarship is available for designated master’s programmes in STEM, focusing on one or more core areas: Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM).

Benefits:

The SI scholarship, Pioneering Women in STEM is a competitive fully-funded scholarship that includes:

Full tuition fee coverage. The fee is paid directly by SI to your Swedish university in the beginning of each semester.
A monthly stipend of SEK 12,000 to cover your living expenses throughout the study period.
A travel grant of SEK 15,000. This is a one-time payment and does not apply for students already living in Sweden.
Membership in the SI Network for Future Global Professionals (NFGP) – a platform to help you grow professionally and build a network while in Sweden.
After your scholarship period has ended, you become a member of the SI Alumni Network. As a member, you get a unique opportunity for continued networking and professional development.