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Swedish Institute Scholarships for Global Professionals – Master’s Level Studies
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The Swedish Institute Scholarships for Global Professionals (SISGP) is a flagship program under the Swedish Institute. A replacement for the Swedish Institute Study Scholarships, the SISGP offers master’s level studies for international students looking to study in Sweden.
In particular, students from developing countries are being sought out. If you think this opportunity is for you, then do not miss out on applying!
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**University admission deadline:** January 15, 2022
**Scholarship application deadline:** February 10, 2022
### Table of contents
- [Benefits of the Swedish Institute Scholarships](https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/swedish-institute-scholarships-for-global-professionals-masters-level-studies/#h-benefits-of-the-swedish-institute-scholarships)
- [Eligibility Criteria for Global Professionals](https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/swedish-institute-scholarships-for-global-professionals-masters-level-studies/#h-eligibility-criteria-for-global-professionals)
- [Citizens of the following countries are eligible to apply to the SI Scholarship for Global Professionals:](https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/swedish-institute-scholarships-for-global-professionals-masters-level-studies/#h-citizens-of-the-following-countries-are-eligible-to-apply-to-the-si-scholarship-for-global-professionals)
- [How to Apply for Master’s Level Studies](https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/swedish-institute-scholarships-for-global-professionals-masters-level-studies/#h-how-to-apply-for-master-s-level-studies)
- [Curriculum Vitae (CV)](https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/swedish-institute-scholarships-for-global-professionals-masters-level-studies/#h-curriculum-vitae-cv)
- [Letters of reference](https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/swedish-institute-scholarships-for-global-professionals-masters-level-studies/#h-letters-of-reference)
- [Proof of work and leadership experience](https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/swedish-institute-scholarships-for-global-professionals-masters-level-studies/#h-proof-of-work-and-leadership-experience)
- [Copy of your valid passport/National ID card](https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/swedish-institute-scholarships-for-global-professionals-masters-level-studies/#h-copy-of-your-valid-passport-national-id-card)
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## Benefits of the Swedish Institute Scholarships
The SISGP is available to a wide range of [eligible master’s programs](https://si.se/app/uploads/2021/11/eligible-master-programmes-sisgp-2022_2023-2.pdf) within the Swedish Institute. An estimated 300 scholarship grants will be given away to qualified participants. The opportunity includes the following benefits:
- Tuition fees: directly paid to the Swedish university by us
- Living expenses of SEK 10,000/month
- Travel grant of SEK 15,000 \*
- Insurance against illness and accident
- Membership of the SI Network for Future Global Leaders(NFGL) – a platform to grow professionally and build your network while in Sweden
- Membership of the SI Alumni Network after your scholarship period – a platform for continued networking and further professional development
\* The travel grant is a one-time payment for the entire study period. The grant is not applicable to students already living in Sweden.
**Please do note that the scholarship does not cover:**
- Additional grants for family members
- Application fee to University Admissions
The Swedish Institute Scholarships for Global Professionals (SISGP) program is part of the Swedish government’s worldwide awards program targeted at training global leaders who will contribute to the UN’s 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. The Swedish Institute administers the program, which is supported by the Swedish Ministry of Foreign Affairs (SI).
The program provides a once-in-a-lifetime chance for worldwide professionals to grow professionally and academically, to learn about Swedish society and culture, and to form long-term bonds with Sweden and one another.
The goal is to enable the scholarship holders to play an active role in the positive development of the societies in which they live. Ideal candidates are ambitious young professionals with academic qualifications, demonstrated work and leadership experience, ambition to make a difference by working with issues that contribute to a just and sustainable development in their country in a long term perspective, and a clear idea of how a study program in Sweden would benefit their country.
Priority will be given to applicants with a strong and relevant professional background and demonstrated leadership experience.
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## Eligibility Criteria for Global Professionals
In order to qualify for a spot in the Swedish Institute Scholarships for Global Professionals, applicants must first meet the following requirements:
- have minimum of 3,000 hours of demonstrated full-time or part-time employment, voluntary work, paid/unpaid internship, and/or position of trust.
- be from an eligible country
- display academic qualifications and leadership experience.
- be required to pay tuition fees to the universities, have followed the steps of university admission, and will be admitted to one of the eligible master’s programs
- have demonstrated leadership experience from employment, voluntary work, and/or internship after high school studies.
Please do read more about the selection criteria, target countries, and eligible master programs before applying.
#### **Citizens of the following countries are eligible to apply to the SI Scholarship for Global Professionals:**
Armenia; Azerbaijan; Bangladesh; Bolivia; Belarus; Brazil; Cambodia; Cameroon; Colombia; Ecuador; Egypt; Ethiopia; Gambia; Georgia; Ghana; Guatemala; Honduras; Indonesia; Jordan; Kenya; Liberia; Malawi; Moldova; Morocco; Myanmar (Burma); Nepal; Nigeria; Pakistan; Peru; Philippines; Russian Federation; Rwanda; South Africa; Sri Lanka; Sudan; Tanzania; Tunisia; Uganda; Ukraine; Vietnam; Zambia; Zimbabwe.
## How to Apply for Master’s Level Studies
**A complete application consists of:**
- [CV](https://si.se/app/uploads/2021/11/cv-sisgp-2022_2023-3.docx)
- [Letters of reference](https://si.se/app/uploads/2021/11/letter-of-reference-form-sisgp-2022_2023-1.docx)
- [Valid and completed proof of work and leadership experience](https://si.se/app/uploads/2021/11/proof-of-work-and-leadership-experience-sisgp-2022_2023-1.docx)
- Copy of your valid passport/National ID card
- Motivation (will be asked of you in the application portal)
**_Note!_** _Your application will be disqualified if any of the above is missing._
#### **Curriculum Vitae (CV)**
You must use SI’s form for CV 2022/2023 and the CV should **not exceed three pages**. It’s up to you to decide which of your previous experiences are relevant for your application. Additional pages will not be considered during the evaluation.
#### **Letters of reference**
You must use SI’s form for the letter of reference 2022/2023. All letters of reference must be signed by the referee and stamped with an official stamp of the referred organization or notary office. The letters should be typed, then printed, signed, stamped, and uploaded as a single PDF file. You can find more information in the instruction in the form and our [FAQ](https://si.se/en/apply/faq-scholarships-on-masters-level/).
- **Two different letters of reference are mandatory**.
- **One of the letters must be** **based on work experience (mandatory)**. It is also a merit if the second letter of reference is based on your involvement in networks or civil society organizations _outside_ of your regular work.
#### **Proof of work and leadership experience**
You must use SI’s form for proof of work and leadership experience 2022/2023. The work and leadership form should be signed by the referee and stamped with an official stamp of the referred organization or a notary office. The form(s) should be typed, then printed, signed, stamped, and uploaded as a single PDF file. You can find more information in the instruction in the form and our [FAQ](https://si.se/en/apply/faq-scholarships-on-masters-level/).
#### **Copy of your valid passport/National ID card**
You must submit a copy of your valid passport/National ID card with the application. It must clearly show your personal data, including your name, citizenship, and photographs. It is your responsibility to ensure that you have a copy of your passport/national ID card that is **valid** at the time of application. You will be asked to upload the passport copy to the online application portal.
For further information, please visit the [official scholarship webpage.](https://si.se/en/apply/scholarships/swedish-institute-scholarships-for-global-professionals/#criteria)
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Eligibility criteria
Always cross-check eligibility against the sponsor's official site before applying — sponsor rules can change between intakes.
- Citizen or permanent resident of an eligible African country
- Currently applying to or enrolled at the Masters level
- Willing to study in Sweden
- Strong academic record — typically a minimum GPA equivalent to a UK 2:1 / US 3.3
- English-language proficiency demonstrated by IELTS, TOEFL or an MOI letter
- Two academic or professional references able to speak to your potential
Required documents
A planning baseline drawn from how 90%+ of African scholarship sponsors structure their checklist. The sponsor's portal is the source of truth for any single application.
- Valid international passport (bio page scan)
- Most recent academic transcripts (sealed or e-verified copies)
- Curriculum vitae / résumé (1–2 pages, reverse-chronological)
- Personal statement or motivation letter (500–1,000 words, tailored to the sponsor)
- Two to three reference letters (academic for students, professional for working applicants)
- Proof of English proficiency (IELTS, TOEFL or Duolingo) — Medium-of-Instruction letter may substitute for Anglophone-Africa graduates
- Passport-sized photograph meeting ICAO biometric standards
- Research proposal or statement of purpose (500–2,000 words for PhD)
- Published or unpublished writing sample (PhD and research-led Masters)
- Country-of-origin proof (national ID or birth certificate) — required by many Africa-focused funders
Deadline timeline
The sponsor has not published a fixed deadline yet. Use the milestones below as a generic 12-month plan; substitute dates once the intake window opens.
- 12 months out
Register for tests (IELTS/TOEFL/SAT/GRE), shortlist 3–5 universities, identify referees.
- 6 months out
Sit your tests, draft a personal statement, request transcripts and confirm reference letters.
- 3 months out
Finalise essays, upload supporting documents, complete the online application portal.
- 1 month out
Final review, double-check uploaded files, submit a week before the deadline to avoid portal issues.
- Application deadline
Submit by 23:59 in the sponsor's stated time zone — usually local to the sponsor, not your country.
Frequently asked questions
Who can apply for the Swedish Institute Scholarships for Global Professionals – Master’s Level Studies?+
Applicants must be eligible African nationals applying at the Masters level, meet the academic and English-language requirements set by Various, and be able to relocate to Sweden for the duration of the programme.
Is the Swedish Institute Scholarships for Global Professionals – Master’s Level Studies fully funded?+
Funding model: Funding type varies — check the official site. Where listed as fully funded, the award typically covers tuition, monthly stipend, health insurance and round-trip airfare. Always confirm the latest funding breakdown on the sponsor's official page.
When is the application deadline?+
The application deadline is varies by intake — see the official site. Submit at least one week early — sponsor portals frequently slow or fail in the final 24 hours, and late submissions are not accepted under any circumstances.
What documents do I need to apply?+
At minimum: passport bio page, academic transcripts, CV, personal statement, two to three references, and an English-language test score (IELTS, TOEFL or Duolingo). Research-led Masters and PhD applications also require a research proposal and a writing sample.
How can I improve my chance of winning?+
Apply early, tailor every essay to the specific sponsor (do not recycle a generic statement), secure at least one reference who knows your work in detail, and apply to two or three additional scholarships in parallel — never rely on a single application.