Government scholarships are funded by national governments or their official agencies to attract talented students from around the world, and many are fully funded — covering tuition, living costs and travel. Here are the best-known programs open to international students, with a short overview and the official application link for each.
27 government scholarships
منحة تشيفنينغ البريطانية
United KingdomChevening is the UK government's international scholarship program, funding a one-year master's degree at any UK university for candidates with leadership potential. It typically covers tuition fees, a monthly living allowance, return flights and visa costs. Applicants usually need at least two years of work experience and must commit to returning to their home country after their studies.
منحة الهيئة الألمانية للتبادل الثقافي (DAAD)
GermanyThe German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) is Germany's largest scholarship provider, offering dozens of programs for international students and researchers — mainly for master's, doctoral studies and research stays. Scholarships usually include a monthly stipend, health insurance and a travel allowance, and may include support for German language courses. Requirements and deadlines differ by program, so use the scholarship database on the official DAAD website.
المنحة التركية (Türkiye Bursları)
TurkeyTürkiye Scholarships (Türkiye Bursları) is a government-funded program of the Republic of Türkiye for international students at bachelor's, master's, doctoral and research levels. It typically covers tuition, a monthly stipend, accommodation, health insurance and a flight ticket, plus a one-year Turkish language course before studies begin. Applications are submitted online through the official portal, and selection is based on academic merit and an interview.
برنامج فولبرايت الأمريكي
United StatesThe Fulbright Foreign Student Program is the U.S. government's flagship academic exchange, enabling graduate students and young professionals to pursue a master's, PhD or research in the United States. It generally covers tuition, airfare, a living stipend and health insurance. The program is run in each country by the local Fulbright Commission or U.S. Embassy, so eligibility and deadlines vary by country.
منحة الحكومة اليابانية (MEXT)
JapanThe Japanese Government (MEXT) Scholarship is offered by Japan's Ministry of Education to international students across several tracks, including undergraduate, graduate and research studies. It usually covers full tuition, a monthly allowance and airfare, and may include a preparatory year of Japanese language study. You can apply through the Japanese embassy in your country (embassy recommendation) or directly via a Japanese university (university recommendation).
الحكومة الصينية
ChinaThe Chinese Government Scholarship (CSC) is administered by the China Scholarship Council and open to international students for bachelor's, master's, PhD and visiting-scholar programs at hundreds of Chinese universities. A full scholarship usually covers tuition, on-campus accommodation, health insurance and a monthly stipend. Applications go through the Chinese embassy in your country or directly to participating universities via the Campus China platform.
منحة كوريا العالمية (GKS)
South KoreaThe Global Korea Scholarship (GKS) is run by South Korea's National Institute for International Education (NIIED) and supports international students at bachelor's, master's and PhD levels. It usually covers tuition, airfare, a monthly allowance and medical insurance, plus a one-year Korean language program before degree studies. You can apply through the Korean embassy in your country or directly to a participating Korean university.
الحكومة المجرية
HungaryStipendium Hungaricum is the Hungarian government's flagship scholarship program, allowing students from more than 90 partner countries to study free of charge at Hungarian universities at bachelor's, master's and doctoral levels. It usually includes a tuition waiver, a monthly stipend, a dormitory place or housing allowance and medical insurance. Students apply online and must also be nominated by the responsible authority in their home country (the sending partner).
برنامج إيراسموس موندوس الأوروبي
FranceFully FundedErasmus Mundus, funded by the European Commission, offers full scholarships to students worldwide for joint master's programs run by consortia of European universities, in which students study in two or more countries. The scholarship typically covers tuition, a monthly living allowance, travel and insurance. You apply directly to the consortium of your chosen program, each with its own deadlines and requirements.
منح التميز من الحكومة السويسرية
SwitzerlandThe Swiss Government Excellence Scholarships are awarded by the Federal Commission for Scholarships to international researchers holding a master's degree, for research, doctoral or postdoctoral work at Swiss public universities. They typically include a monthly stipend, a tuition waiver and health insurance. Applicants need prior agreement from a supervising professor in Switzerland and usually apply through the Swiss embassy in their country.
برنامج إيفل للتميز (فرنسا)
FranceThe Eiffel Excellence Scholarship Program is funded by the French Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs to attract top international students to master's and PhD programs at French higher-education institutions. It usually includes a monthly allowance, an international return ticket, health insurance and help with housing, but does not cover tuition fees. Students cannot apply directly: they are nominated by the French institution to which they have applied.
منح جوائز أستراليا
AustraliaAustralia Awards Scholarships are long-term awards funded by Australia's Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade for citizens of eligible developing countries to undertake undergraduate or postgraduate study in Australia. They typically cover full tuition, return air travel, a contribution to living expenses and Overseas Student Health Cover. Eligibility and deadlines vary by country, and awardees are expected to return home to contribute to their country's development.
منح فانييه للدراسات العليا
CanadaThe Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarships (Vanier CGS) are among Canada's most prestigious government awards for outstanding Canadian and international doctoral students, granted for three years based on academic excellence, research potential and leadership. Students cannot apply directly: they must be nominated by an eligible Canadian university where they study or plan to study. Award values and nomination deadlines are announced each cycle on the program's official website.
منحة الدراسات العليا
IrelandThe Government of Ireland Postgraduate Scholarship Programme (GOIPG), run by the Irish Research Council, funds research master's and PhD students in all disciplines at Irish higher-education institutions and is open to international applicants. It typically provides an annual stipend, a contribution to fees and an allowance for research expenses. Applicants need an academic supervisor at an Irish institution who supports their research proposal.
الحكومة الروسية
RussiaEach year the Russian Government offers thousands of state-funded quota places for international students at Russian universities at bachelor's, master's and doctoral levels. The scholarship usually includes a full tuition waiver and a preparatory Russian language year if needed, with a modest monthly stipend and a place in student housing, while students cover travel and other living costs. Applications go through Russia's official education portal or Russian cultural centres.
منحة الحكومة الرومانية
RomaniaThe Romanian Government offers annual scholarships to students from non-EU countries to study at Romanian public universities at bachelor's, master's and doctoral levels. The scholarship usually includes a tuition waiver, a monthly stipend and priority access to student housing, and may include a preparatory year of Romanian language. Applications are submitted online through the official platform of Romania's Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
الحكومة الإندونيسية KNB
IndonesiaThe Indonesian KNB Scholarship (Kemitraan Negara Berkembang) is offered by the Indonesian government to students from developing countries for bachelor's, master's and doctoral study at selected Indonesian universities. It usually includes a tuition waiver, a monthly living allowance, airfare and health insurance, together with an Indonesian language program. Applications are submitted online through the official portal, often with support from the Indonesian embassy in the applicant's country.
منحة الحكومة الهندية
IndiaThe Indian Council for Cultural Relations (ICCR) offers annual scholarships on behalf of the Government of India to students from many countries for bachelor's, master's and doctoral study at Indian universities. The scholarship usually includes a tuition waiver, a monthly stipend and a housing allowance. Applications are made online through the official A2A portal and are processed through the Indian mission in the applicant's country.
الحكومة السعودية
Saudi ArabiaThrough the Ministry of Education's Study in Saudi platform, Saudi Arabia offers scholarships for international students at Saudi public universities at bachelor's, master's and doctoral levels. Awards typically include a tuition waiver, a monthly allowance, university housing, travel tickets and health care, with details varying by university. Applications are made online through the unified platform.
الجمهورية التشيكية
CzechiaThe Czech Ministry of Education offers government scholarships to students from selected developing countries to study at Czech public universities, in Czech-taught programs (with a preparatory language year) or, in some cases, English-taught programs. The scholarship usually includes a tuition waiver and a monthly stipend. Applications are submitted through the Czech embassy in the applicant's country, and the list of eligible countries and programs is published annually.
المجلس الثقافي البريطاني
United KingdomThe British Council's Study UK platform provides a comprehensive guide to scholarships and funding for studying in the UK, and runs or supports programs such as the GREAT Scholarships with UK universities and scholarships for women in STEM. These awards often cover part or all of the tuition for one-year master's programs, varying by country and university. Eligible countries and participating universities are announced each cycle.
الحكومة الكندية
CanadaThe Study in Canada Scholarships are offered by the Government of Canada through EduCanada to students from eligible countries for a short-term exchange to study or do research at a Canadian institution during undergraduate or graduate studies. The award contributes to travel and living costs for a set period. Students do not apply directly: the Canadian institution applies on their behalf in partnership with their home institution.
المنحة الوطنية Deutschlandstipendium
GermanyThe Deutschlandstipendium is a national scholarship program supporting high-achieving and committed students at German universities regardless of nationality or income, funded jointly by the federal government and private sponsors. It is paid monthly for at least one year and is awarded based on academic merit, social commitment and personal circumstances. You apply directly through the German university where you study or will enroll.
برنامج التعاون التقني
MalaysiaThe Malaysian Technical Cooperation Programme (MTCP), run by Malaysia's Ministry of Foreign Affairs for citizens of developing countries, includes postgraduate scholarships (mainly master's) at Malaysian public universities alongside short training courses. The scholarship usually covers tuition, a monthly allowance, airfare and insurance. Eligible countries, fields and application procedures are announced each cycle on the official website.
منح الطلاب الاسيويين
SingaporeThe ASEAN Scholarship is offered by Singapore's Ministry of Education to outstanding students from ASEAN member countries for secondary or pre-university education in Singapore schools. It typically covers school fees, boarding and meals, airfare, medical insurance and an annual allowance. The program is limited to ASEAN nationals of specific ages, with selection through tests and interviews.
منحة بنك التنمية الآسيوي
JapanThe Asian Development Bank–Japan Scholarship Program (ADB-JSP) funds nationals of ADB's developing member countries to pursue master's degrees in development-related fields such as economics, management and public health at participating institutions, including the University of Tokyo. It typically covers tuition, a monthly living and housing allowance, insurance and travel. Applicants usually need work experience and admission to a participating institution, which nominates them.
المعهد الجامعي الأوروبي (European University Institute)
ItalyThe European University Institute (EUI) in Florence, Italy, is an international institution for graduate studies and research in economics, history, law, and political and social sciences, offering a doctoral program usually funded for four years through member-state grants or EUI grants for certain nationalities. Funding eligibility depends on nationality, and you apply with a research proposal to one of the departments.
They are scholarships funded by a country’s government or one of its official bodies, such as the ministries of education or foreign affairs, to bring talented international students to its universities.
Many are fully funded — for example Türkiye, China, Korea and Hungary — typically covering tuition, housing, a monthly stipend and airfare, while some cover only tuition or living costs. Check each program’s details.
It varies by program; many open in autumn or early in the year for the following academic year. Check each scholarship’s official website for the current deadline.
Some programs require English proficiency (IELTS or TOEFL), while others include a year of the host country’s language, such as Turkish, Japanese or Korean, as part of the scholarship.
