Studying abroad is a dream for many students. The idea of sitting in a classroom in Paris, walking through a Korean university campus, or researching in Germany sounds exciting — but then comes the big question: How can I afford it?
Here’s the good news: You can study abroad for free (or almost free) through fully funded scholarships. These programs don’t just cover your tuition — they also take care of your living expenses, airfare, and even health insurance.
Let’s explore the top scholarships around the world that make international education possible, even if you don’t have financial support.
1. 🇰🇷 Global Korea Scholarship (GKS) – South Korea
Covers: Full tuition, airfare, monthly stipend, health insurance, language training
Programs: Undergraduate, Graduate, Research
Language: Mostly in Korean (but some English-taught programs available)
Eligibility: High academic record, interest in Korean culture, TOPIK helpful
2. 🇯🇵 MEXT (Monbukagakusho) – Japan
Covers: Tuition, monthly allowance, airfare, Japanese language course
Programs: UG, PG, Research, Teacher training
Language: Japanese or English
Eligibility: Academic excellence, recommendation from Embassy or university
3. 🇫🇷 Eiffel Excellence Scholarship – France
Covers: Monthly stipend, travel, insurance, housing help
Programs: Master’s and PhD
Fields: Engineering, Economics, Law, Political Science
Eligibility: High merit, university nomination required
4. 🇩🇪 DAAD Scholarship – Germany
Covers: Tuition (Germany usually has free education), monthly stipend, travel, insurance
Programs: Mostly PG & PhD, but some UG programs too
Language: German or English
Eligibility: Bachelor’s degree, 2+ years work or research experience for PG
5. 🇬🇧 Chevening Scholarship – UK
Covers: Full tuition, living expenses, airfare, visa fees
Programs: Master’s only
Eligibility: Leadership potential, work experience, strong academics
Note: You must return to your home country for 2 years after graduation
6. 🇺🇸 Fulbright Foreign Student Program – USA
Covers: Tuition, books, airfare, living stipend, health insurance
Programs: Master’s and PhD
Eligibility: Bachelor’s degree, academic excellence, community engagement
Bonus: Focuses on cultural exchange and leadership
7. 🇪🇺 Erasmus Mundus Joint Master Degree – Europe (Multiple Countries)
Covers: Tuition, monthly allowance, travel and installation costs
Programs: Master’s in multiple countries (dual or triple degrees)
Eligibility: Bachelor’s degree, high grades, some work/volunteer experience helps
8. 🇨🇳 CSC Scholarship – China
Covers: Tuition, accommodation, monthly stipend, insurance
Programs: UG, PG, and PhD
Eligibility: Good grades, recommendation letters
Language: Mandarin or English-taught courses
9. 🇨🇦 Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarship – Canada
Covers: $50,000 per year for 3 years
Programs: PhD only
Eligibility: Research experience, academic merit, leadership
10. 🇮🇳 Study in India Program (for foreign students)
Even Indian government offers scholarships like:
SII Scholarship
ICCR Scholarship
Note: These are for foreign students who want to study in India.
So don’t let money stop you. Let passion guide you. Open those application forms and take the first step toward your global future.
