Swedish Institute Pioneering Women in STEM Scholarship (Fully Funded)

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. 

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 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). 

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.

To apply for the 2027 Swedish Institute Women in STEM Scholarship, interested candidates should;

Select and Apply for a master´s programme.

The scholarship is available for designated master’s programmes in STEM, focusing on one or more core areas: Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics.

The list of eligible master’s programmes for the Pioneering Women in STEM scholarship academic year 2027/2028 will be published on 13 November.

Apply through University Admissions (16 October 2026 – 15 January 2027)

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  Apply for the master’s programme through universityadmissions.se.

• 2

  When you have applied for one, or more, of the designated master’s programmes through University Admissions and fullfill all criteria, you are automatically considered for the scholarship.

Let SI know you have applied

• 3

  Please, fill out this form to let us know that you have applied to a programme eligible for the SI Scholarship Pioneering women in STEM:

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  Pioneering Women In STEM  – Confirmation of University Application

Receive notifications from University Admissions and SI

• 5

  1 April Receive notification from University Admissions regarding acceptance to the programme.

• 6

  22 April Receive notification from the Swedish Institute regarding acceptance to the scholarship.