Swedish Institute Pioneering Women in STEM Scholarship 2027 in Sweden | Deadline: 24 February 2027

Swedish Institute Pioneering Women in STEM Scholarship 2027 in Sweden | Deadline: 24 February 2027

Company: Swedish Institute (SI)

Location: Sweden

Opportunity Type: Fully Funded Master’s Scholarship

Study Level: Master’s Degree

Deadline: 24 February 2027 (Scholarship application)

Eligible Countries: Rwanda, Kenya, Nigeria, South Africa, Bangladesh, Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, Thailand, and Vietnam.

About the Scholarship

The Swedish Institute Pioneering Women in STEM Scholarship 2027 supports eligible women who wish to pursue a master’s degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) at participating universities in Sweden.

The scholarship aims to empower women to develop their professional skills, contribute to innovation, and address global challenges through science and technology.

Scholarship Benefits

Successful applicants may receive:

• Full tuition fees: Coverage of tuition fees for the eligible master’s programme.

• Monthly allowance: SEK 12,000 to support living expenses.

• Travel grant: A one-time grant of SEK 15,000, subject to the programme’s conditions.

• Professional networking: Membership in the SI Network for Global Professionals.

• Alumni opportunities: Access to the Sweden Alumni Network after completing the scholarship.

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must generally:

1. Be women and citizens of one of the ten eligible countries listed above, including Rwanda.

2. Apply for an eligible STEM-related master’s programme in Sweden.

3. Meet the university admission requirements and be liable to pay tuition fees.

4. Have documented work experience and demonstrate leadership experience through employment, entrepreneurship, or civil society engagement.

5. Meet the Swedish Institute’s other eligibility requirements, including restrictions relating to previous SI scholarships and Swedish degrees.

Applicants should review the official eligibility criteria and eligible programme list before applying.

Application Timeline

• 16 October 2026 – 15 January 2027: Apply for eligible master’s programmes through University Admissions.

• 13 November 2026: Scholarship application documents and the eligible programme list are scheduled to be published.

• 8–24 February 2027: Submit the scholarship application through the Swedish Institute’s application portal.

• 1 April 2027: University admission results are expected.

• 22 April 2027: Scholarship results are expected.

Important: The deadline for applying to master’s programmes is 15 January 2027, while the scholarship application deadline is 24 February 2027.

How to Apply

1. Visit the University Admissions website and select eligible STEM master’s programmes.

2. Submit your university application by 15 January 2027.

3. Keep your eight-digit application number.

4. Prepare the required CV, proof of work and leadership experience, reference letters, identification document, and motivation statement.

5. Submit your scholarship application through the official Swedish Institute portal between 8 and 24 February 2027.

Official Application Links

University Admissions: https://www.universityadmissions.se/

Swedish Institute Scholarship: https://si.se/en/apply/scholarships/pioneeringwomeninstem/

Share this opportunity with eligible women in Rwanda and other participating countries who aspire to pursue postgraduate studies in STEM.

Disclaimer: Applicants must verify the final requirements and eligible programmes on the official Swedish Institute website before applying.

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