Swedish Institute Scholarships for Global Professionals Apply Online 2026
How to Apply Online (Step-by-Step)
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**Apply for a Master's Programme**: Between **16 October 2025 – 15 January 2026**, apply for up to four eligible Master's programmes at Swedish universities through UniversityAdmissions.se. Save your 8-digit personal application number, as it is required for the scholarship application. Ensure you pay any application fees to University Admissions within the specified deadlines.
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**Review Eligible Programmes**: The list of Master's programmes eligible for the SI Scholarship for Global Professionals will be published on the SI website in **mid-November 2025**. Confirm that your chosen programmes are on this list.
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**Prepare Required Documents**: Gather and prepare all necessary documents, including your CV, work and leadership experience forms, and letters of recommendation, using the official SI templates. Obtain a copy of your passport/ID, academic transcripts, degree certificates, and draft your motivation letter.
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**Apply for the SI Scholarship**: The application portal for the SI Scholarships for Global Professionals will be open from **9-25 February 2026** (closing at 14:59 CET on the final day). Submit your scholarship application digitally through the Swedish Institute portal, using your University Admissions application number. You can only submit one application.
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**Await University Admission Results**: University admissions results will be announced on **26 March 2026**. You must be admitted to one of the eligible Master's programmes to be considered for the scholarship.
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**Await Scholarship Announcement**: The SI Scholarship results will be announced on **23 April 2026**.
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**Confirm Acceptance**: If awarded the scholarship, you must confirm your acceptance by the end of May 2026.
FAQs for Swedish Institute Scholarships for Global Professionals
Q.Does the scholarship cover expenses for family members?
No, the Swedish Institute Scholarships for Global Professionals do not provide additional grants or coverage for accompanying family members.
Q.Is health insurance included in the scholarship?
Yes, the scholarship includes insurance against illness and accident for the duration of your study period in Sweden.
Q.What is the level of competition for this scholarship?
The scholarship is highly competitive. Historically, only 2-6% of applicants are awarded a scholarship.
Q.Can I apply if I already live in Sweden?
The travel grant component of the scholarship is not applicable to students already living in Sweden. There are also other conditions regarding previous residence and studies in Sweden that might affect overall eligibility, so it's best to check the detailed criteria on the official website.