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Application for the King Abdulaziz Scholarships in Saudi Arabia is open to international Masters and Ph.D. applicants for 2025/26. Apply now!
Date Posted: 10 Feb, 2025
Applications are now open for the 2025 Lagos State Employment Trust Fund (LSETF) MSME Bootcamp. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 08 Feb, 2025
Applications are now open for the 2025/2026 Sanlam Actuarial Science Bursaries. This opportunity offers offer bursaries to scholars who have enrolled to study Actuarial Science in 2026 as well as current students in their 1st/2nd/3rd year of Actuarial Science studies.
Date Posted: 08 Feb, 2025
Applications for the Swedish Institute She Entrepreneurs Programme 2025 are now open. She Entrepreneurs offers practical, hands-on leadership training based on real business experience, collaborative learning, and participant-centric approach.
Date Posted: 08 Feb, 2025
Applications are open for the United Nations SDSN Nigeria Climate Actors Accelerator Programme 2025. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 07 Feb, 2025
Are you an ambitious young African professional seeking to enhance your leadership and innovation skills? The Young Innovation Leaders (YIL) Fellowship 2025 is now accepting applications!
Date Posted: 06 Feb, 2025
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The ETH Robotics Student Fellowship (ETH RSF) 2025 accepts applications from international master’s and final year undergraduate applicants. This program provides graduate students with a unique chance to engage in high-level robotics research during the summer. Participants will collaborate with renowned experts, gaining insights into the latest advancements in robotics.
Date Posted: 06 Feb, 2025
Applications are open for the Harvard T.H. Chan Health Coverage Fellowship 2025. Hosted by the Center for Health Communication at Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, the Health Coverage Fellowship is designed to help journalists like you do a better job covering critical public health issues. The fall program, which is entering its 24th year, brings thirteen journalists from across the country to Boston for an intensive nine days and nights of training.
Date Posted: 06 Feb, 2025
The Psychology Mentorship Program 2025, a free-of-cost, five-month online program application, is open to international psychology students and early-career professionals across South Asia.
Date Posted: 05 Feb, 2025
Applications are open for the Pernod Ricard Scholarship to Attend the One Young World Summit 2025. The scholarship will identify and connect an interdisciplinary team of 10 committed young leaders who are working to build positive social spaces and tackle harmful drinking and its wider impacts in their countries and communities. Scholars will receive full funding to participate in the One Young World Summit 2025 which takes place in Munich, Germany from 3 - 6 November.
Date Posted: 05 Feb, 2025
Applications are invited for the British Council SoCreative Africa Learning Programme 2025. The programme is developed to support the British Council's wider Creative Economy strand, designed to help develop an ecosystem in which young entrepreneurs can thrive.
Date Posted: 04 Feb, 2025
The International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) offers six-month internship opportunities to recent graduates or students specializing in areas relevant to IFAD’s mission. Interns can extend their experience for another six months, gaining broader exposure to IFAD’s work. Apply now!
Date Posted: 31 Jan, 2025
Applications for the Romanian Government Scholarship are open to undergraduate and graduate students for the academic year 2025. International students with good results of at least 7 (seven) corresponding to the scoring system of Romania or the “Good” score are eligible to apply.
Date Posted: 31 Jan, 2025
Applications are now open for the 2025 Federal Government of Nigeria DeepTech_Ready Upskilling Programme. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 31 Jan, 2025
Are you an organization that supports the circular business model? Are you a non-governmental organization that empowers small businesses and entrepreneurs become sustainable? Are you owning a small business implementing or wanting to scale sustainable innovations? Become a Small Business Champion today!
Date Posted: 29 Jan, 2025
Applications are open for the Chevening Western Balkans Cyber Security Fellowship 2025-2026. The Chevening Western Balkans Cyber Security Fellowship is aimed at mid-career professionals with demonstrable leadership potential in the field of cyber security or cyber policy in the Western Balkans. The fellowship is funded by the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office. The fellowship is delivered at Cranfield University, at the Defence Academy of the United Kingdom (Shrivenham Campus).
Date Posted: 29 Jan, 2025
Applications are open for the Chinese Government Scholarship – Youth of Excellence Scheme of China Program Zhejiang University 2025. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 28 Jan, 2025
The UNIV’R – University for Refugees academic corridor program is calling for applications from refugees residing in a first country of asylum who wish to pursue a Master’s degree (2 years) at Sciences Po University in Paris. Apply now!
Date Posted: 28 Jan, 2025
Are you a leader in an organisation dedicated to democracy, human rights, or freedom of expression? Apply for the Swedish Institute (SI) Leader Lab 2025.
Date Posted: 28 Jan, 2025
Applications are open for the Action Canada Fellowship 2025/2026. The Action Canada Fellowship is a unique opportunity to discover Canada, upgrade your understanding of public policy, refine your leadership skills and build a network of other dedicated leaders. Each year, they select Fellows from a wide variety of backgrounds -both personal and professional- who want to have a significant impact on how public policy is made in their communities and across Canada.
Date Posted: 27 Jan, 2025
1. What is a Fully Funded Scholarship?
A fully funded scholarship is a type of financial aid that covers all of the costs associated with attending school, including tuition, accommodation, living expenses, books, travel, and sometimes additional costs such as insurance. These scholarships are designed to ease the financial burden of students so they can focus entirely on their studies.
2. Who is Eligible for Fully Funded Scholarships?
Eligibility for fully funded scholarships varies depending on the scholarship provider. In general, students with strong academic achievements, leadership qualities, extracurricular activities, and financial need may be eligible. Some scholarships are also awarded based on specific criteria like nationality, field of study, or level of education (undergraduate, master's, or PhD).
3. What Are the Chances of Receiving a Fully Funded Scholarship?
The competition for fully funded scholarships is usually very high, as many students apply for them. However, your chances depend on your academic performance, extracurricular activities, and how well you meet the scholarship's eligibility criteria.
4. Do Fully Funded Scholarships Cover all Living Expenses?
Yes, fully funded scholarships generally cover all living expenses, including accommodation, meals, and a stipend for personal expenses. Some scholarships also include travel allowances and insurance.
5. Can International Students Apply for Fully Funded Scholarships?
Yes, many fully funded scholarships are open to international students. Universities, governments, and private organizations offer these scholarships to attract talented students from around the world. Ensure that you check the specific eligibility requirements of each scholarship to ensure that it is open to international applicants.
6. What Are Some Examples of Fully Funded Scholarships?
Some well-known fully funded scholarships include:
Chevening Scholarship (UK): For international students to study in the UK.
Fulbright Scholarship (USA): For international students to study in the United States.
DAAD Scholarship (Germany): For students to study in Germany.
Erasmus Mundus Scholarship (Europe): For students to study in Europe.
Rhodes Scholarship (UK): For international students to study at the University of Oxford.
7. Can I Work While Receiving a Fully Funded Scholarship?
Most fully funded scholarships discourage or limit working during the scholarship period, as they are meant to allow students to focus entirely on their studies. Some programs, however, allow part-time work or offer internships as part of the scholarship package. Always check the scholarship terms to understand the specific work conditions.
8. How Do I Improve My Chances of Getting a Fully Funded Scholarship?
Here are some ways to improve your chances of winning a fully funded scholarship:
Maintain excellent academic performance.
Participate in extracurricular activities, especially those related to leadership and community service.
Research the scholarship thoroughly and tailor your application to match the criteria.
Write a compelling motivation letter that highlights your goals and how the scholarship will help you achieve them.
Obtain strong letters of recommendation from professors or mentors.
9. Do Fully Funded Scholarships Require a Service Commitment?
Some fully funded scholarships require recipients to return to their home country after completing their studies and contribute to the development of their country. This is common in government-funded scholarships, where students are expected to give back to their communities after graduation. Ensure you review the terms of the scholarship carefully to understand if there are any service commitments.
10. Can I Apply for Multiple Fully Funded Scholarships?
Yes, you can apply for multiple fully funded scholarships, but remember to check if there are any restrictions. Some scholarships require exclusive applications, which means that you can only apply for one at a time, while others allow you to apply for several simultaneously.