Now you know the hard way to find a bag, but still, it's nice when someone gives you a hard time, right? That's why we've rounded up 25 full scholarships offered by governments and private companies here. At the end of this post, you'll also find a table with a complete list broken down by survey!


1 - Academic scientist of Harvard University (USA).

Every year, Harvard University offers opportunities for people who want to start an international career. The Academic Scholar Program is aimed at researchers who wish to do postdoctoral work abroad. Six grants are awarded, totaling $70,000 per year, to be spent as you wish. As it is not a doctoral course, there is no monthly fee. Students who have not yet defended their thesis but have completed their PhD can also apply, but in this case the scholarship is worth $35,000 per year.

2 - Adelaide International Scholarship (Australia)

The University of Adelaide, in partnership with the Australian Government, offers the Adelaide Scholarship International (ASI) program to attract high-achieving international students to advance postgraduate research at the university. The scholarship covers tuition, an annual living allowance and health insurance. Applicants from any country (except New Zealand) can apply for this scholarship.

3 - Amsterdam Excellence Scholarship (Netherlands)

As the name suggests, the Amsterdam Excellence Scholarship is aimed at students with outstanding academic achievements. Awarded annually in 2014, it covers the costs of the Master of Communication at the University of Amsterdam and the cost of living in the city of 25,000 euros per year. The grant is renewable for an additional year in the two-year master's program.

4 - Australian Government RTP Scholarship (Australia)

Research and Training Program (RTP) Scholarships are offered by the Australian Government to international students enrolled or unconditionally accepted at the University of Sydney for one of its Masters or PhD programs. The total value of the scholarship is divided into 35 thousand Australian dollars per year and can reach up to 124 thousand dollars. The scholarship is awarded to students with high academic achievements.

 

5 - CAPES Sandwich PhD Scholarship (for any country)

If you have done your PhD in Brazil and want to do part of your research abroad, the best scholarships are offered by the Brazilian government itself. The Coordination of Professional Development in Higher Education (CAPES) offers scholarships for sandwich doctoral degrees anywhere in the world. You are the one who introduces the university you want, and if you win a scholarship, the government pays your tuition, helps you study abroad, and even pays for your plane ticket.

6- British Chain Scholarship (UK)

Chevening Scholarships are part of the global UK Government Scholarship programme. Awarded to outstanding scholars with leadership potential. Grants usually cover 1 year of a master's degree. Most Chevening scholarships include additional allowances to cover tuition fees, living expenses, airfare (in economy class) and other expenses. 1500 scholarships are awarded each year.

7 - Clarendon Foundation Scholarship at Oxford University (England).

The Clarendon Scholarship is one of the most prestigious scholarships at the University of Oxford. It offers 140 places for full-time or part-time Masters or PhD students. The good news is that if you are enrolled at a university during the selection period, your application is automatically considered. On the other hand, the Clarendon Foundation Scholarship is not only for international students, it means competing with English students as well.

8 - Masters Scholarship Program ETH Zurich (Switzerland)

ETH Zurich is one of the top ten universities in the world according to the QS World University Rankings. The university offers full scholarships to students who wish to pursue a master's degree at this institution. In the case of the ETH scholarship program, the number of scholarships varies according to the budget, but grants are distributed annually to domestic and international students.

9 - Fulbright International Student Program (USA)

The Fulbright International Student Program is a prestigious scholarship for international students who wish to pursue an undergraduate degree (master's or doctorate) in the United States. Typically, the aid covers tuition, airline tickets, living expenses and health insurance. The duration of the Fulbright scholarship extends throughout the course of study. In total, around 4,000 grants are awarded each year.

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10 - Gates Cambridge Scholarship (England)

The Gates Scholarship is one of the best options for those who want to pursue postgraduate studies at the University of Cambridge. These scholarships are awarded to students in almost all Masters or PhD courses at the university. Some exceptions are MBAs and master's degrees and doctorates in medicine. Scholarship-related expenses include tuition fees, flight expenses and maintenance expenses for you and your dependents. About 80 scholarships are awarded each year based on academic achievement.

11 - International Scholarship Program (Germany)

If you are interested in medicine, life sciences and agrosciences, the International Scholarship Program may be of interest to you. Presented annually by Bayer Pharmaceuticals. In total, there are five options and scholarships that can be up to 20 thousand euros. In this case, the price refers to the form of payment for training provided in a period of 2 to 12 months.

12 - International Leader of Tomorrow Award at the University of British Columbia (Canada).

The University of British Columbia's Future Leaders Award is a great option for those who need help with their undergraduate studies. Scholarships are awarded to students who excel academically, demonstrate leadership skills, excel in other areas, and are involved in the community. The scholarship amount is not fixed and varies according to the student's financial needs. They have reduced tuition and living expenses and how much students and families can contribute.

13 - Government of Japan (MEXT) Young Leaders Program (Japan)

If your dream is to study in Japan, the MEXT Scholarship for Young Leaders is right for you. This scholarship is awarded annually by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology and can be used at any university in Japan. Depending on where you want to study, the government pays extra to compensate for the higher prices in that area. You don't need to know how to speak English to apply, but you do need to be fluent in English.

14 - Justus & Louise van Effen TU Delft (Netherlands)

Delft University of Technology, the best in the Netherlands, offers various scholarship programs for international students. The Justus & Louise van Effen Scholarship is one such program and aims to provide financial support to outstanding international master's students who wish to study there. The scholarship is full and includes tuition fee waivers and in-country living expenses assistance. In general, 2 scholarships are awarded for each university faculty.

15 - KUT PhD Scholarships in Engineering for International Students (Japan)

The KUT PhD Scholarship in Engineering for International Students was established in 2003 to encourage international engineering students to pursue a PhD at Kochi University of Technology. You must have good academic performance and be under 35 years of age to apply for scholarships and travel scholarships, tuition fees and free tuition at KUT.

16 - Lester B. Pearson International Scholarship Program at the University of Toronto (Canada).

The Lester B. Pearson International Scholarship Program at the University of Toronto in Canada aims to recognize international students who demonstrate outstanding academic achievement and creativity and are recognized as leaders in secondary schools. The scholarship covers tuition fees, books, expenses and living support during the study period (maximum of four years).

17 - Oxford Rhodes University (England)

The Rhodes Scholarship offered by the University of Oxford is one of the most common on this list. It was established in 1902 at the request of an English businessman named Cecil John Rhodes. To this day, it continues to aim to help 18-year-olds complete a full-time postgraduate degree at the University of Oxford. This amount is not the same every year, but it always covers the student's personal expenses and tuition fees.

18 - Rotary Foundation Global Scholarship (for any country)

The Rotary Foundation is a humanitarian service organization. One way to provide this service is to finance the education of students around the world. The Global Study Grants program is designed to finance master's courses or international research. The minimum amount is usually US$30,000 and grants can be awarded for one to four years. However, to compete, you must contact the fund's regional headquarters. This is the headquarters that determines the criteria for choosing colleagues.=

19 - Scientist Schwarzman (China)

The Schwarzman Scholar is one of the best scholarships in the world, in addition to being the top master's scholarship at Tsinghua University, the best university in China. The Chinese program is aimed at young people with leadership potential. Every year, 200 scholars are selected to study business in China. In addition to covering travel and tuition fees, the program offers fellows $4,000 per month to live in the country.

20 - Swedish Scholarships for International Students (Sweden)

The Swedish Institute offers scholarships in Sweden to top international students who wish to pursue a full-time master's degree at a higher education institution from a developing country (including Brazil). The scholarship covers tuition, living expenses, travel expenses and insurance. About 300 scholarships are offered each year.

21 - Swiss Government Senior Scholarship (Switzerland)

Every year, the Swiss Confederation awards high-level government grants to promote international exchange and research cooperation between Switzerland and more than 180 other countries (including Brazil). This scholarship is available to researchers in any field who have at least a master's degree and intend to go to a European country for doctoral or postdoctoral studies. The scholarship covers a monthly stipend, fees and tuition, health insurance and accommodation.

22 - Maastricht University High Potential Scholarship (Netherlands)

The Maastricht University Scholarship Foundation offers 24 scholarships every year to Master's students who want to study at the university. The grant is 29,000 euros per year, even including visa fees. Students from outside the European Union with a good academic record are eligible. Scholarships are available in a variety of fields, from social sciences to medicine.

23 - Vanier Graduate School of Canada (Canada)

Vanier CGS is an important scholarship program for PhD students in Canada. The program has been in place since 2008 and is designed to promote research in the country. Because of this, it was accepted by several Canadian universities, including the top five in the country. Students who receive a Vanier scholarship can study in Canada for three years, receiving a grant of 50,000 Canadian dollars per year.

24 - Warwick Chancellors International Scholarships (UK)

The University of Warwick runs an annual competition to award full scholarships to students on PhD courses. In total, up to 42 scholarships can be awarded to students from inside or outside the European Union. The scholarship covers university fees, your studies in the UK and a research grant of up to three and a half years.

25 - Full Westminster International Scholarship (UK)

The University of Westminster Full Scholarship is the most sought after scholarship from this institution. The University awards three scholarships each year to students from developing countries (including Brazil) to pursue a bachelor's degree in any field offered there. In addition to paying tuition fees, the scholarship also provides accommodation and meals, as well as travel tickets to London. The scholarship is renewed every year until the student reaches the desired academic position.

Summary: Best scholarships by country

Only here, you have found 25 full scholarships that allow you to study in universities around the world. We have collected grants for North America, Asia, Europe and Oceania. You can find your favorite bag locations by country and continent in the table below!