Swedish Institute Scholarships for Global Professionals (SISGP)

Swedish Institute (SI)

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Details checked on 30 October 2026. Dates and amounts change every year. Always confirm on the official page.

Who can apply

Citizens of 33+ eligible SISGP countries (including Bangladesh, Pakistan, Nepal, Indonesia, Kenya, Nigeria, Ghana, etc.); Bachelor’s degree; minimum 3,000 hours of demonstrated work experience AND leadership experience; admitted to one of 700+ eligible English-taught Swedish Master’s programs.

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About this opportunity

Funded by the Swedish Ministry for Foreign Affairs and administered by the Swedish Institute (SI), SISGP awards around 350–400 full-ride Master’s scholarships annually to ambitious global professionals committed to the UN 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. It covers full tuition, living expenses, travel, and membership in the SI Network for Future Global Leaders (NFGL).

How to apply, step by step

1. Check that you are eligible. Citizens of 33+ eligible SISGP countries (including Bangladesh, Pakistan, Nepal, Indonesia, Kenya, Nigeria, Ghana, etc.); Bachelor’s degree; minimum 3,000 hours of demonstrated work experience AND leadership experience; admitted to one of 700+ eligible English-taught Swedish Master’s programs.
2. Note the deadline. Oct – Feb (annual; apply for your master's at UniversityAdmissions.se by about 15 Jan, then the SI scholarship portal opens in early Feb for about two weeks - the dates for autumn 2027 are announced in autumn 2026) Confirm the exact date on the official page.
3. Prepare your documents. University Admissions Receipt: Proof of timely application to up to 4 eligible Master’s programs on UniversityAdmissions.se by mid-January.; SI Standardized Proof of Work & Leadership Experience: Mandatory SI template forms signed and stamped by employers/organizations verifying at least 3,000 hours of work experience and leadership roles.; SI Standardized Curriculum Vitae: Completed strictly on the official Swedish Institute CV template.; Two Letters of Recommendation: Completed on the official SI reference template (1 professional, 1 academic/civil society)..
4. Apply on the official page. Open the official application page and submit your application before the deadline.

How applicants are selected

Step 1: Strict Verification of 3,000 Work Hours, Leadership Proof & SI Document Templates → Step 2: Evaluation of Academic Qualifications, Leadership Track Record, and Contribution to UN Sustainable Development Goals → Step 3: Confirmation of First-Choice Admission at a Swedish University in March/April.

Profile of past winners

Detail-oriented professionals who strictly follow the Swedish Institute's exact document templates, stamps, and page limits, and rank an SISGP-eligible Master’s program as their #1 priority on UniversityAdmissions.se.

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Tips from our advisors

1. Read the eligibility line by line before you write anything. Most rejections are eligibility mismatches, not weak essays.
2. Show a clear link between your past studies, this programme and your career goal. Committees look for a story, not a list.
3. Spend most of your time on the criteria with the highest weight in the selection breakdown above.
4. Start at least 8 to 12 weeks early. Certified transcripts, translations and referee letters usually take longer than expected.
5. Ask your referees at least 4 weeks ahead and give them your CV, your draft SOP and the deadline.
6. Submit at least 48 hours before the deadline. Portals slow down on the last day.

Quick answers

Who can apply for Swedish Institute Scholarships for Global Professionals (SISGP)?

Citizens of 33+ eligible SISGP countries (including Bangladesh, Pakistan, Nepal, Indonesia, Kenya, Nigeria, Ghana, etc.); Bachelor’s degree; minimum 3,000 hours of demonstrated work experience AND leadership experience; admitted to one of 700+ eligible English-taught Swedish Master’s programs.

What does Swedish Institute Scholarships for Global Professionals (SISGP) cover?

Full Ride (100% Tuition Paid Directly to University, SEK 12,000/mo Living Stipend, SEK 15,000 Travel Grant, Health Insurance)

When is the deadline for Swedish Institute Scholarships for Global Professionals (SISGP)?

Oct – Feb (annual; apply for your master's at UniversityAdmissions.se by about 15 Jan, then the SI scholarship portal opens in early Feb for about two weeks - the dates for autumn 2027 are announced in autumn 2026) Dates change every year, so confirm on the official page.

Where can I study or work with Swedish Institute Scholarships for Global Professionals (SISGP)?

Host countries: Sweden.

What documents do I need for Swedish Institute Scholarships for Global Professionals (SISGP)?

University Admissions Receipt: Proof of timely application to up to 4 eligible Master’s programs on UniversityAdmissions.se by mid-January.; SI Standardized Proof of Work & Leadership Experience: Mandatory SI template forms signed and stamped by employers/organizations verifying at least 3,000 hours of work experience and leadership roles.; SI Standardized Curriculum Vitae: Completed strictly on the official Swedish Institute CV template.; Two Letters of Recommendation: Completed on the official SI reference template (1 professional, 1 academic/civil society)..

How are applicants selected for Swedish Institute Scholarships for Global Professionals (SISGP)?

Step 1: Strict Verification of 3,000 Work Hours, Leadership Proof & SI Document Templates → Step 2: Evaluation of Academic Qualifications, Leadership Track Record, and Contribution to UN Sustainable Development Goals → Step 3: Confirmation of First-Choice Admission at a Swedish University in March/April.

How much work is the Swedish Institute Scholarships for Global Professionals (SISGP) application?

High: UniversityAdmissions.se Application + Official SI Templates for CV, Work & Leadership Proof (3,000+ hrs) + 2 Reference Letters