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The UBD Graduate Research Scholarship (UGRS) is a competitive scheme awarded to quality PhD students with a strong desire to work in an international and competitive research-intensive environment. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 24 Jul, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2025 Old Mutual Imfundo Trust Scholarship. This scholarship programme finances deserving black students’ tertiary education.
Date Posted: 24 Jul, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2024 AgriTech4Kenya Innovation Challenge. This challenge designed to catalyze the Kenyan agri-food systems transformation by supporting early-stage innovators in the development, deployment, adoption, and scaling of high-impact science-based agri-tech solutions for smallholder farmers and agricultural value chain players.
Date Posted: 23 Jul, 2024
Earn a Masters of Development Practice from one of the top ten schools in the world: The Hubert H. Humphrey School of Public Affairs, University of Minnesota with the Yousriya Loza-Sawiris Scholarship. Click here to learn more about this scholarship and apply for it.
Date Posted: 22 Jul, 2024
UNESCO and IEEE Entrepreneurship are launching a new entrepreneurship bootcamp in engineering for sustainable development. It is a 5-day intensive bootcamp for early-career engineers in Luanda, Angola from 9 to 13 September 2024. Prospective applicants from Africa who are interested in learning entrepreneurial skills to market their scientific inventions are encouraged to apply and take advantage of this enriching experience.
Date Posted: 22 Jul, 2024
Applications are open for the Airbus Scholarship to Attend One Young World Summit 2024. This opportunity is fully-funded. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 20 Jul, 2024
Applications are open for the OWSD Women in Science Displacement Outreach Masters Scholarships 2024. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 20 Jul, 2024
Applications are now open for the Gates Scholarship (TGS) For Low-Income Undergraduate Students. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 19 Jul, 2024
Applications are open for the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at the University of the Western Cape 2025. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 19 Jul, 2024
Applications are open for the Christine Mirzayan Science and Technology Policy Graduate Fellowship Program 2025. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 19 Jul, 2024
Applications are invited for the Association of British Science Writers (ABSW) Diversity Scholarships for UKCSJ24. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 19 Jul, 2024
The Olusegun Agagu Foundation, in partnership with the Governing Council of Adeleke University, is accepting applications from Okitipupa and Irele Local Government Areas of Ondo State in Nigeria for full scholarships into the university. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 18 Jul, 2024
Applications are open for the L'Oréal UNESCO for Women in Science Egypt Young Talents Program 2024. The L'Oréal UNESCO For Women in Science Egypt Young talents program fellowships aims to promote the participation of young women in science coming from Egypt.
Date Posted: 18 Jul, 2024
Applications are open for the ImpactAl Scholarship to Attend One Young World Summit 2024. The scholarship will shine a light on five incredible young leaders who have spearheaded initiatives and advocacy campaigns to create positive social/environmental impact and would benefit from integrating generative Al to turbocharge their reach.
Date Posted: 18 Jul, 2024
Are you looking for funding opportunities to support your research degree? Macquarie University offers a variety of generous scholarships to help exceptional graduate researchers achieve their academic goals. With a competitive selection process, these scholarships provide substantial financial aid, allowing students to focus on their studies and research.
Date Posted: 17 Jul, 2024
Are you a recent graduate, a final-year student awaiting NSS or a passionate individual looking to kickstart a successful career in the tech industry? Apply now for the Jesi Young and Safe Scholarship 2024/2025.
Date Posted: 16 Jul, 2024
Applications are open for the UN OHCHR Indigenous Fellowship Programme 2025. The Indigenous Fellowship Programme was launched in 1997 by the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) in the context of the first International Decade of the World's Indigenous People.
Date Posted: 15 Jul, 2024
Are you an experienced researcher looking for a unique opportunity to collaborate internationally? Do you want to engage in the academic environment of one of Germany’s leading universities? The Bonn International Fellowships offer an exceptional chance for researchers to engage with the University of Bonn’s vibrant academic community for up to 12 days.
Date Posted: 15 Jul, 2024
Applications are now open for the France-South Africa Scholarship Programme 2025. The programme is open to students from South Africa, Lesotho and Malawi.
Date Posted: 13 Jul, 2024
Applications are now open for the McCall MacBain Scholarship in McGill University, Canada. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 12 Jul, 2024
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.