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SI Scholarship for Global Professionals (KTH Royal Institute of Technology, Sweden)

Last verified 12 May 2026 by the Scholarships for Africans editorial team

The SI Scholarship for Global Professionals offers comprehensive funding for master's studies at KTH Royal Institute of Technology, covering tuition fees and living costs.

Provider
KTH Royal Institute of Technology Scholarship
Host country
Sweden
Deadline
February (annual SISGP call — typically 6–17 February)
Region
Europe

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Eligibility & requirements at a glance

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Who can apply
Applicants from 33 specified countries with prior work and leadership experience. Candidates must apply for a master's programme at KTH Royal Institute of Technology.
Funding
Fully funded: full tuition, monthly living allowance SEK 12,000, SEK 15,000 travel grant, insurance, SI Network for Future Global Leaders membership
Study level
Masters
Deadline
February (annual SISGP call — typically 6–17 February)

Key eligibility criteria

  • Applicants from 33 specified countries with prior work and leadership experience. Candidates must apply for a master's programme at KTH Royal Institute of Technology.

Recorded funding information

  • Fully funded: full tuition, monthly living allowance SEK 12,000, SEK 15,000 travel grant, insurance, SI Network for Future Global Leaders membership

About the SI Scholarship for Global Professionals (KTH Royal Institute of Technology, Sweden) (2026)

## SI Scholarship for Global Professionals at KTH Royal Institute of Technology This prestigious scholarship, provided by the Swedish Institute (SI), offers comprehensive financial support for international students pursuing master's degrees at KTH Royal Institute of Technology. ### About the Scholarship The SI Scholarship for Global Professionals is designed for individuals who have demonstrated a commitment to leadership and professional development, and who wish to contribute to positive change in their home countries. The scholarship is highly competitive and targets talented professionals from a select group of countries. ### What the Scholarship Covers The scholarship offers substantial funding, covering the full tuition fees for a master's programme at KTH Royal Institute of Technology. In addition to tuition, it provides a monthly stipend to cover living expenses throughout the study period. This comprehensive support enables recipients to focus fully on their academic pursuits without financial burden. ### Eligibility Criteria and Application Process To be eligible, applicants must be citizens of one of the 33 countries specified by the Swedish Institute. A key requirement is to possess significant prior work experience and proven leadership potential. Candidates must first apply and be admitted to a master's programme at KTH Royal Institute of Technology. Following successful application to KTH, interested individuals then apply directly to the Swedish Institute for the scholarship. ### Impact and Value The SI Scholarship for Global Professionals provides an invaluable opportunity for master's students to gain world-class education at KTH Royal Institute of Technology, a leading technical university. Beyond the financial support, the scholarship connects recipients with a global network of future leaders and offers a platform for professional growth and international collaboration. This award is particularly beneficial for those seeking to make a significant impact in their home countries and globally.

Funding information

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  • Fully funded: full tuition, monthly living allowance SEK 12,000, SEK 15,000 travel grant, insurance, SI Network for Future Global Leaders membership

SI Scholarship for Global Professionals (KTH Royal Institute of Technology, Sweden) eligibility

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  • Applicants from 33 specified countries with prior work and leadership experience. Candidates must apply for a master's programme at KTH Royal Institute of Technology.

SI Scholarship for Global Professionals (KTH Royal Institute of Technology, Sweden) document information

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    How to apply for the SI Scholarship for Global Professionals (KTH Royal Institute of Technology, Sweden) 2026

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    1. 1
      Check the provider's process

      Consult https://www.kth.se/en/studies/master/admissions/scholarships to confirm whether consideration is automatic or requires an application, and follow only the process stated there.

    2. 2
      Check eligibility and any requested materials

      Listed eligibility: Applicants from 33 specified countries with prior work and leadership experience. Candidates must apply for a master's programme at KTH Royal Institute of Technology.. Confirm the current criteria and, if submission is required, use the provider's own checklist.

    3. 3
      Check dates and next steps

      Listed deadline information: February (annual SISGP call — typically 6–17 February). Confirm any cutoff, time zone and follow-up process with the provider.

    SI Scholarship for Global Professionals (KTH Royal Institute of Technology, Sweden) deadline & application timeline

    Provider deadline information: February (annual SISGP call — typically 6–17 February). This text cannot be safely converted to a countdown; check the official source for its meaning. The earlier milestones are optional planning suggestions only.

    1. Planning suggestion: 12 months out

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    2. Planning suggestion: 6 months out

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    3. Planning suggestion: 3 months out

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    4. Planning suggestion: 1 month out

      If submission is required, allow time to check your materials and any stated cutoff.

    5. Provider deadline
      February (annual SISGP call — typically 6–17 February)

      Provider deadline information: February (annual SISGP call — typically 6–17 February). Confirm the current instructions and any cutoff or time zone on the official source; no additional time is assumed here.

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    Frequently asked questions

    Who can apply for the SI Scholarship for Global Professionals (KTH Royal Institute of Technology, Sweden)?+

    Applicants from 33 specified countries with prior work and leadership experience. Candidates must apply for a master's programme at KTH Royal Institute of Technology.

    What funding does the SI Scholarship for Global Professionals (KTH Royal Institute of Technology, Sweden) offer?+

    Listed funding: Fully funded: full tuition, monthly living allowance SEK 12,000, SEK 15,000 travel grant, insurance, SI Network for Future Global Leaders membership. Confirm amounts, exclusions and conditions on the official source. This label does not establish any additional benefit components.

    When is the application deadline?+

    Provider deadline information: February (annual SISGP call — typically 6–17 February). Confirm the current cutoff and any time zone on the official source; no additional cutoff or late-submission policy is assumed here.

    What documents do I need to apply?+

    No explicit document checklist is recorded here. If an application is required, prepare only the documents requested by the provider; requirements may differ from admission requirements.

    How do I check the application process?+

    Consult https://www.kth.se/en/studies/master/admissions/scholarships to confirm whether consideration is automatic or requires an application, and follow only the process stated there. Listed eligibility: Applicants from 33 specified countries with prior work and leadership experience. Candidates must apply for a master's programme at KTH Royal Institute of Technology.. Confirm the current criteria and, if submission is required, use the provider's own checklist. Listed deadline information: February (annual SISGP call — typically 6–17 February). Confirm any cutoff, time zone and follow-up process with the provider.

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