Can I get a 100% scholarship to study abroad? (2024)

10 full scholarships offered by universities abroad

1. The University International Postgraduate Award (UIPA):

• It is funded by UNSW.
• The scholarship is for students undertaking a master’s degree or PhD at the University of New South Wales (3.5 years for a PhD and 2 years for a masters).
• It is for courses in arts, business, engineering, law, medicine, and sciences.
• The funding covers the full tuition fees and a living allowance of AUD 37,684 (approximately INR 20.6 lakhs) per year.
• Get the details about this scholarship on the webpage dedicated to HDR Scholarships at UNSW.

2. Chevening Scholarship:

• It is funded by the UK’s Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office and partner organisations.
• The scholarship is for students undertaking master’s courses.
• It is a 1-year scholarship.
• It covers full tuition fees and offers exclusive networking opportunities.
• For more details, visit the Chevening Scholarship page dedicated to applicants from India.

3. Manaaki New Zealand Scholarships:

• The scholarship offer might come with some prerequisites.
• The scholarship covers full tuition fees, a weekly stipend of NZD 531/week (approximately INR 27,000), an establishment allowance of NZD 3000 (approximately INR 1.5 lakhs), medical insurance, tutoring costs, travel to and from the student’s country, travel insurance, travel home during the scholarship tenure and more.
• Get the full details about the Manaaki New Zealand Scholarships.

4. Australia Awards Scholarships:

• This award is administered by Australia’s Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade.
• It is for full-time undergraduate and postgraduate study at Australian universities and TAFE institutions.
• The scholarship covers full tuition fees, airfare to and from Australia, a once-only payment called an establishment allowance for accommodation, books, and other study materials, basic living expenses (provided as a fortnightly contribution), Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) for the duration of the award and fieldwork expenses.
• Note: Indian students are not eligible for this scholarship. Citizens of Bangladesh, Myanmar, Nepal, and Sri Lanka can apply. Please refer to the Australian government website for more details.

5. Vantage One Excellence Awards:

• This scholarship is offered by Vantage College, the University of British Columbia.
• It is offered to academically outstanding international students.
• The scholarship covers the full tuition fees and living expenses.
• The applicant should demonstrate leadership skills and extracurricular talents.
• Get the details from the UBC webpage dedicated to information about International Scholars.

6. Karsh International Scholars Program:

• This scholarship is funded by Martha L. and Bruce A. Karsh.
• It is offered to applicants to Duke University who request financial aid.
• The scholarship covers tuition fees, accommodation fees, any demonstrated need that exceeds these costs, unpaid internships and more.
• Get more details from the official website of Duke University.

7. Rhodes Scholarship:

• The scholarship is for full-time, postgraduate students at the University of Oxford.
• It covers the course fees, an annual stipend of GBP 19,092 (approximately 20 lakhs per year), which can be used for accommodation and other living expenses, two economy-class flights (to and from the UK), the student visa fee and the International Health Surcharge (IHS) to access the UK’s National Health Service.
• Get details about the scholarship at the Rhodes Trust website.

8. The Lester B. Pearson International Student Scholarships:

• This scholarship is offered by the University of Toronto.
• It is offered to students with an exceptional academic record and leadership skills.
• Significant importance is given to their potential to contribute to society.
• The scholarship is available to students enrolling in undergraduate programmes.
• Approximately 37 scholarships are offered every year.
• Get more details about the Lester B. Pearson International Student Scholarships.

9. The Gates Cambridge Scholarship:

• 80 full scholarships are offered to outstanding students pursuing their education at the University of Cambridge.
• Applicants should demonstrate leadership skills and prove their commitment to improving the lives of others.
• The scholarship covers the University Composition Fee (cost of tuition and access to university facilities and support services), a maintenance allowance of GBP 20,000 (approximately INR 20 lakhs) per year, visa cost and Immigration Health Surcharge, and one economy-class airfare at the beginning and end of the course. Additional funding is also available upon application.
• Visit their website for more details about the Gates Cambridge Scholarship

10. Erasmus Mundus Joint Masters (Students):

• This scholarship programme offers the opportunity to study at several European universities.
• The full scholarship also covers travel and visa expenses and offers a living allowance.
• The master's course will have a 1 to 2 year duration.
• Get the details about the Erasmus Mundus Joint Masters (Students).