Applications are currently being accepted for the Swedish Institute Pioneering Women in STEM Scholarship 2027. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
About Swedish Institute Pioneering Women in STEM Scholarship
The Pioneering Women in STEM scholarship supports women who want to lead innovation, strengthen their professional capacity, tackle complex challenges, and contribute to more inclusive and sustainable societies. The scholarship is awarded for master's studies in Sweden to women in Africa and Asia who are committed to advancing their careers and driving change through STEM.
Sweden believes that diversity drives innovation and that complex challenges require sustainable solutions. Through this scholarship, we support women who are ready to grow as professionals and shape the future of STEM through knowledge, leadership and action.
Benefits of Swedish Institute Pioneering Women in STEM Scholarship
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 each semester.
- A monthly allowance 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 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 Sweden Alumni Network. As a member, you get a unique opportunity for continued networking and professional development.
Swedish Institute Pioneering Women in STEM Scholarship Requirements
The scholarship is open for applications once every year, for master’s studies beginning in the autumn semester. To apply, you must:
- Be a female citizen of one of the 10 eligible countries in Africa and Asia.
- Apply to a STEM-related master’s programme eligible for the Pioneering Women in STEM scholarship.
- Be liable to pay tuition fees at University Admissions (SI will cover the fees if you are awarded the scholarship);
- Have documented work and leadership experience from a current or previous employer, entrepreneurship or from civil society engagement.
- Not have previously received an SI scholarship for studies or hold a Swedish degree.
Application Date and Process
- Click on the link to the application website to apply.
Application Deadline
15 January, 2027
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