ScholarshipsAga Khan Foundation International Scholarship 2027-28
PartialFoundationMaster · PhD
Aga Khan Foundation International Scholarship 2027-28
Multiple Aga Khan Foundation All fields, with preference for development-related studies
FoundationDevelopmentNeed-BasedMaster's
Amount
50% grant + 50% interest-free loan (full costs covered)
Funding
Partial
Deadline
327 days left
Country
Multiple
Awards
Varies annually
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Provider
Aga Khan Foundation
Type
Foundation
Field of Study
All fields, with preference for development-related studies
Awards Available
Varies annually
Duration
1-2 years
Open To
Citizens of developing countries (primarily Asia and Africa)
GPA Requirement
Strong academic record required
Language
Depends on host institution requirements
Interview
Required
Essay
Required
The Aga Khan Foundation International Scholarship Programme provides a limited number of scholarships each year to outstanding students from developing countries who have no other means of financing their studies. Scholarships are awarded on a 50% grant and 50% loan basis, and the Foundation assists students in finding other sources of funding so they can reduce the loan portion. The program prioritizes Master's-level studies but also supports PhD candidates in exceptional cases.
- 50% of total costs covered as a non-repayable grant
- 50% as an interest-free loan (repayable after graduation)
- Covers tuition fees, living expenses, and travel costs
- The Foundation helps scholars identify additional funding to reduce the loan portion
- Academic and career mentoring
- Strong academic record
- Genuine financial need
- Relevance to development in home country
- Commitment to return and contribute to home country
Application Deadline (327 days left)
Wednesday, March 31, 2027
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