Deadline Date: August 28, 2026 Applicants are now invited to submit applications for the Women’s Scholarship to award female students on all higher study level. The focus areas, objectives, priorities, and themes are centered on female international students pursuing undergraduate, graduate, or post-graduate studies during the Fall 2026 or Spring 2027 semester, with an emphasis on supporting tuition fees for women from any country who plan to study at a college or university abroad. The scholarship highlights qualities such as a courageous and adventurous spirit, being a globally-minded woman and maintaining high academic achievement with outstanding grades and notable accomplishments in the chosen field of study. It also values involvement in extracurricular groups and activities, along with the enthusiasm to begin a new academic adventure and share one’s unique story as a woman with the world. Finalists who do not win the main scholarship will receive a USD 150 flight voucher after confirming acceptance within three days and sharing a post on social media platforms such as Instagram, LinkedIn, or Facebook. The scholarship winner must also confirm acceptance within three days and share a social media post announcing the award. This scholarship provides up to $5,000 to support women from any country who plan to begin their undergraduate, graduate or post-graduate studies abroad in Fall 2026 or Spring 2027. Eligible applicants must be women who intend to enroll in a degree program at a recognized university or institute of higher education and must meet all academic, language, and visa requirements for their chosen destination. Applicants must not be citizens or permanent residents of the country where they plan to study. The ideal candidate is a woman with a strong academic background, consistent achievements in her chosen field of study, and active involvement in extracurricular pursuits. She should demonstrate global awareness, cultural curiosity and a willingness to share her experiences as part of her study-abroad journey. Applications must be submitted in English through the required form, where applicants must explain their inspiration, aspirations as a woman, and personal decision-making process. Selected finalists will need to provide color-scanned documents, including an acceptance letter, academic transcripts or qualifications, and a passport copy, within seven days of notification. Key dates include the application deadline on 28 August 2026 at 12:00 CEST, finalist notifications between 15–30 September 2026, winner announcement between 13–17 October 2026 and scholarship disbursement in Fall 2026 or Spring 2027. For more information, visit educations.com.
Submissions open for ZIS Scholarship
Deadline Date: February 15, 2026 Applications are now open for the ZIS Scholarship to offer young individuals the chance to undertake an independent, topic-based journey supported through mentoring and financial assistance. The focus areas, objectives, priorities, and themes are that you have to live in Germany, travel to a German-speaking country or choose a topic with a context to German culture and they cannot assist you with any visa-applications. The ZIS scholarship provides a grant of 700 Euro alongside intensive mentoring, a recommendation letter and access to a network of motivated young travelers. Applicants are expected to plan and conduct a self-organised journey abroad lasting at least four weeks without air travel, ensuring that the entire trip is funded within the grant amount. A preparation workshop is held in May at Salem Monastery and Palace where participants refine their travel concepts with guidance from mentors. Non-German applicants must either travel to a German-speaking country or choose a topic connected to German culture, and ZIS does not support visa-related procedures. The program stresses slow travel by land or sea to encourage awareness of distances and deeper engagement with destinations. Flexibility is offered to applicants with disabilities or medical conditions, allowing adaptations such as assistance, medical stops, or breaks. During the journey, travelers keep a diary documenting their experiences and emotions, later submitting it along with an 8000-word research study and a complete expense report within three months of returning. You are at least 16 and at most 20 years old at the start of the journey. Alternative documentation formats such as films, websites, performances, or artistic workpieces may be approved, provided they are accompanied by a reflective written report. Each submission undergoes evaluation by at least three jury members, with mentors playing an important role due to their involvement throughout the preparation process. For more information, visit zis Stiftung für Studienreisen.
Applications open for AFS Global STEM Academies Program
Deadline Date: January 15, 2026 The AFS Intercultural Programs is inviting applications for its AFS Global STEM Academies Program to offer a transformative blend of virtual and in-person learning designed to develop young leaders in STEM, sustainability, and global competence. The focus areas of the Academies include global competence skills, social impact, sustainability, STEM skills, intercultural understanding, climate change, the energy transition, green energy solutions, robotics, sustainable technologies, mobility, innovation, sustainable energy, biofuels, alternative energies, electric vehicles, low-emission fuels, Indigenous knowledge, Portuguese language classes, Arabic language, art, dance, yoga, cultural immersion, community service, and student-led social impact projects. The program begins with a 12-week online learning experience conducted from home, during which scholars participate in workshops, e-learning modules, and dialogue sessions co-developed by AFS and the University of Pennsylvania Center for Social Impact Strategy. This virtual phase culminates in student-led social impact projects that address real-world sustainability challenges and align with the UN Sustainable Development Goals. Participants are expected to engage for approximately four hours per week and must complete this phase to qualify for travel. After successfully completing the virtual curriculum, selected scholars embark on a four-week international study abroad experience in one of four destinations: Brazil, China, Egypt, or India. Each location offers a unique thematic immersion. In Brazil, participants explore innovations in renewable energy through visits to leading institutions, cultural exchange, and a homestay experience. In China, scholars engage with mobility, innovation, and sustainable energy across Beijing, Shanghai, and Ningbo, complemented by hands-on activities and cultural experiences with local peers. The Egypt Academy provides a STREAM-focused journey through robotics, green energy, and sustainable technologies alongside cultural immersion and field visits. In India, scholars experience a blend of technology, sustainability, and rich cultural engagement through workshops, community service, and exposure to cutting-edge mobility solutions. The scholarship covers housing, meals, airfare, domestic transport, orientations, cultural tours, field trips, medical insurance, visa assistance, and comprehensive support, though expenses such as vaccinations, doctor visits, baggage fees, and personal spending are not included. Eligibility for the scholarship is open to youth aged 15 to 17.5 at the start of the program who hold citizenship or legal residency in one of the eligible countries. Applicants must demonstrate interest in STEM, sustainability, and intercultural learning while being willing and able to travel unaccompanied. English proficiency, access to technology, and the ability to fully participate in both the online and travel components are essential. AFS encourages applications from diverse backgrounds, including young women, underrepresented groups, and students with financial need. Applicants must submit required documents including academic history, a health certificate, permission forms, and recommendation letters before the January 15, 2026 deadline. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, and semi-finalists will be invited for virtual interviews, with final decisions announced on February 20, 2026. For more information, visit AFS.
Call for Applications: Go Global MBA Scholarship 2026
Deadline Date: April 24, 2026 The Go Global MBA Scholarship offers aspiring business professionals the chance to pursue their MBA abroad. This scholarship aims to support emerging business leaders who envision a global career and are ready to elevate their expertise through an MBA abroad. Applicants are encouraged to showcase their motivation, leadership potential and commitment to building a sustainable future in their application essay. The Go Global MBA Scholarship offers up to $7,000 for international students beginning an MBA abroad in Fall 2027, with applications due on April 24, 2026. It is open to candidates from any country who plan to study for an MBA starting in Fall 2026, have no more than five years of relevant work experience, hold a valid bachelor’s degree, meet language and university entry requirements and are eligible for a study visa. The selection process is structured, with applications closing on April 24, 2026, followed by finalist notifications between May 18–29, 2026. The winner will be announced between June 8–12, 2026, and the scholarship will be disbursed in Fall 2026. The application process is simple, requiring candidates to complete a short form and answer specific essay questions regarding their motivations, aspirations, and global leadership goals. No additional documents such as CVs or transcripts are evaluated during the initial application. However, finalists must submit proof of acceptance, identity, undergraduate qualification, and work experience within seven days of receiving notification. The final winner must confirm acceptance of the scholarship within three days. For those applying to the Go Global MBA Scholarship 2025, the timeline differs slightly, with finalists notified between May 15–26, 2025, winners announced between June 5–26, 2025, and scholarship disbursement scheduled for Fall 2025. For more information, visit educations.com.
Study a Master’s in Europe Scholarship 2026
Deadline Date: May 15, 2026 Applicants are now invited to submit applications for the Study a Master’s in Europe Scholarship to offer international students financial support to pursue their Master’s degree studies in Europe starting from the Fall 2026 semester. The scholarship highlights qualities such as being globally minded and interested in other cultures, showing motivation and inspiration to positively change the world, maintaining consistently outstanding grades as a high academic achiever, participating actively in extra-curricular groups and activities, and displaying enthusiasm to begin your adventure and share your story with the world. The €5000 Master’s Degree Scholarship aims to support students from around the world who wish to study abroad in Europe and begin their next academic and cultural journey. This scholarship is designed for international students applying to Master’s-level programs that begin in Fall 2026 and it supports both on-campus studies within Europe and online studies offered by European institutions. The opportunity is open to applicants who have applied or plan to apply to a European university or graduate school and who meet all academic and language entry requirements set by the institution. Eligible students must hold a valid undergraduate degree, be able to meet relevant language criteria and where necessary, must qualify for a study visa. It is also essential that the applicant studies in a country where they do not hold citizenship and do not currently reside unless they are already studying abroad. The scholarship is intended to help cover tuition fees and bring students one step closer to achieving their academic goals in Europe. Applying requires completing the online form in English and responding to the questions included in the application. Additional documents such as CVs, academic records, or certifications are not evaluated during the initial application. However, finalists may be required to submit proof of acceptance, identity, and undergraduate qualifications within a set timeline. The selected winner must confirm their acceptance within the stated response period to secure the scholarship. For more information, visit educations.com.
Call for Proposals: Hinrich Foundation Research Funding Program
Deadline Date: May 31, 2026 The Hinrich Foundation provides support to trade research projects that advance the understanding of global trade issues and support policy development. The Foundation’s international trade research program promotes research across trade-related sectors, particularly related — in no order of preference — to trade governance, geopolitics of trade, foreign direct investment (FDI), supply chain resilience and security, digital trade, innovation and technology, trade and environmental sustainability, trade workforce and education, industrial competitiveness and economic development, natural resources in trade and trade logistics and services. The program encourages high-quality research proposals from individual researchers and research organizations with expertise in trade-related domains. Submissions are reviewed and shortlisted for consideration twice each year, providing regular opportunities for scholars to engage with the Foundation’s research agenda. Research proposals are expected to clearly identify the name and credentials of the researcher or research team, along with a concise synopsis of the proposed study. The synopsis should address major trade-related themes, preferably pose two to four key questions that the research seeks to answer and clearly specify whether the research will be based on primary or secondary methods. The Foundation generally publishes research outputs in the form of white papers of around 4,000 words and articles of around 1,600 words, all of which are subject to editorial review. Researchers may propose new research projects with one or more article and/or white paper deliverables, or submit an overview or summary of existing work, including research that has already been published elsewhere, with final publication decisions resting with the Foundation. Projects are encouraged to be completed within four months from the point of commission, with researchers providing progress updates at mutually agreed intervals and taking into account feedback from the Foundation’s research program team. In some cases, researchers may be requested to submit one or two interim articles of approximately 1,600 words to summarize preliminary findings before the final project completion. Funding for selected projects is negotiable and is typically disbursed upon completion of the research. The upcoming deadline for submission is May 31, 2026, offering a timely opportunity for researchers to contribute to ongoing discussions and analysis in international trade. For more information, visit Hinrich Foundation.
Call for applications for funding for Green and Digital Transition projects in Botswana, Kenya, Namibia, Zambia, Tanzania and Uganda
Deadline Date: January 30, 2026 The Estonian Centre for International Development Cooperation has announced its projects to support the development of Botswana, Kenya, Namibia, Zambia, Tanzania and Uganda by focusing on innovation in implementing the twin transitions, creating systemic changes in the education system and developing digital skills. Under the innovation ecosystem theme, activities focus on strengthening sustainable operating models and the capacity of innovation and entrepreneurship support organizations, supporting innovative digital solutions that contribute to the green transition and developing an enabling environment for innovation and cross-border entrepreneurship. These activities are targeted at Zambia and Uganda and emphasize cooperation between Estonian and local organizations. Supported activities include improving the quality of teaching and educational leadership, renewing curricula and teaching methods through competency-based and learner-centered approaches and strengthening links between education and the labour market through partnerships and practical entrepreneurial learning. The people-centered e-governance and cyber-intelligence theme focuses on strengthening good governance through human-centric digital solutions, smart use of artificial intelligence and increased cyber literacy. Activities include developing public sector digital leadership and change management capacity, strengthening cyber capacity for secure digital services and promoting cooperation between the public and private sectors in implementing e-solutions and AI. The empowerment of women and girls theme targets Kenya and Uganda and supports activities that develop leadership and digital competencies of women, promote equal access to STEM education for girls and encourage participation in the IT and technology sector. These activities aim to strengthen women’s role in digital policy design, expand opportunities in science and technology fields and support girls’ interest and career choices through in-school and out-of-school initiatives. The overall estimated budget for the application round is 600,000 euros, with an equal allocation of 150,000 euros for each thematic area. The minimum requested grant per application is 50,000 euros and the maximum is 100,000 euros, including indirect costs, while projects that include scholarship activities may apply for up to 150,000 euros. The maximum grant rate is 95 percent and applicants must provide a minimum self-financing contribution of 5 percent of eligible costs. Eligible scholarship activities include continuing education, short-term training, study or internship formats and learning modules that support mentoring or knowledge transfer, provided they are directly linked to the project objectives and development needs of the target country. Eligible costs under the scholarship component include tuition or training fees based on the institution’s official price list, as well as the travel and living expenses of participants. The costs of visas and insurance are also eligible, along with organizational and mentoring costs related to the study program, which may account for up to five percent of the total scholarship budget. Scholarship activities must be directly linked to the overall objective of the project and contribute to strengthening the competencies of the project beneficiaries. The curriculum is required to define clear learning outcomes and must be designed in line with the development needs of the target country. Depending on the relevance of the program and the capacity of the target group, studies may be conducted in Estonia, in the target country or through e-learning formats. Projects must comply with OECD ODA eligibility criteria and align with the Estonian Development Cooperation and Humanitarian Aid Strategy 2024–2030. The eligibility period for supported projects runs from 1 January 2026 to 31 October 2027 and projects must start no later than 1 March 2026. The deadline for submitting applications is 30 January 2026. For more information, visit ESTDEV.
Awesome Foundation Call for Proposals for Conservation and Climate Program
Deadline Date: January 30, 2026 The Awesome Foundation is now accepting proposals for its Conservation and Climate Program for individuals and small teams with bold ideas that support nature conservation and climate action. Run by volunteers and funded through pooled personal contributions, this chapter provides micro-grants designed to support meaningful projects that may be overlooked by larger funding bodies. The chapter focuses on creative and innovative ideas related to wildlife conservation, habitat protection, climate change solutions, ecotourism and environmental communication. It is especially interested in projects that approach these challenges in fresh or unconventional ways and demonstrate clear potential for real-world impact. Funding is designed to act as a tipping point, with grants of up to $1,000 intended to help turn near-ready ideas into reality. Priority is given to projects where this small amount of funding will make a decisive difference and help move an idea from concept to action in the short term. Applicants are encouraged to propose initiatives that can spark wider inspiration and lead to larger outcomes beyond their immediate community. Strong applications clearly explain how the funding will be used and present compelling stories that show both passion and practical planning. The program welcomes proposals that are close to implementation and ready to move forward quickly. Successful applicants must be able to receive funds through platforms such as PayPal, Wise or Venmo. The foundation does not support personal expenses, salaries, operational costs, established projects, travel, or activities related to politics or religion, and reserves the right not to award a grant if applications do not meet its criteria. For more information, visit The Awesome Foundation.
RFPs: Next Generation Resource Governance Leaders Program (Africa)
Deadline Date: January 15, 2026 The Africa Centre for Energy Policy has announced its Next Generation Resource Governance Leaders Program to balance theory with real-world application and equip participants with the requisite multi-disciplinary intellectual development, practical skills and research abilities to think in more innovative ways to solve complex governance challenges. The Program aims to build a pipeline of young pan-African leaders by providing structured capacity development, hands-on training and exposure to a professional working environment that supports growth, innovation and ethical leadership. Trainings will focus on resource governance in Africa and beyond, transformational leadership, professional and career development, digital communication and technology skills. Participants will be equipped with practical tools and skillsets to set and achieve realistic personal and professional goals while preparing them for success in the world of work. Applicants are expected to have relevant academic qualifications in fields related to economics, engineering, oil and gas management, public policy, law, development studies, project management, communications, statistics, or related disciplines, alongside strong analytical, writing and interpersonal skills. Selected NextGen Leaders will contribute to evidence-based policy analysis, research, training and advocacy activities that strengthen ACEP’s role as a thought leader in Africa’s energy and extractive policy space. Their responsibilities will include supporting research and policy writing, stakeholder engagement, program planning and evaluation, organizational development, resource mobilization and monitoring and evaluation activities. The Program provides a generous stipend, lunch for the duration of the engagement, decent accommodation for international participants and an approved return ticket from the participant’s home country to Ghana. ACEP is inviting applications from young Africans residing in Africa who are not older than 32 years and who demonstrate a strong passion for ensuring that the continent’s energy and extractive resources contribute to sustainable and inclusive development. Applicants are required to submit a single PDF file containing their curriculum vitae, copies of higher education degree certificates, a motivational statement, a reference letter, a response to one application essay question, and a copy of their national ID. All documents must be in English or accompanied by certified English translations. Successful applicants from the initial review stage will be invited for interviews by the end of July 2025. Applications close at 11:59 PM GMT on Thursday, January 15, 2026. For more information, visit ACEP.
University of Birmingham Open Call for Islam Scholarship
Deadline Date: March 25, 2026 The University of Birmingham is pleased to announce its Islam Scholarship to cover up to 100% of the Home or International tuition fees for students studying MA Islamic Studies. The Islam Fund supports the study of Islam and Christian-Muslim Relations at University of Birmingham. It is available for students pursuing a Postgraduate Taught qualification at the Masters level and is based at the Birmingham (Edgbaston) campus. The scholarship is open to Home and Overseas applicants who will commence their MA Islamic Studies Programme at the start of the 2026 academic year. Students of any nationality are eligible to apply, regardless of whether they are classified as Home or International for tuition fee purposes. Applicants must be new entrants to the Programme, as the award is not available to current Masters students. Applications for funding can only be considered alongside an application to study the MA Islamic Studies Programme and applicants should be intending to return to their country of ordinary residence following the completion of their studies. This award cannot be held in conjunction with any other scholarship, including partnership scholarships. In order to apply, applicants must have completed an application to study before submitting the online funding application form. The application must also be supported by two references, which should be supplied by referees using the funding reference form. The deadline for submitting a complete funding application is Wednesday, 25 March 2026 at 12:00 noon GMT. Only complete applications submitted before the deadline will be considered. By applying, applicants will be automatically considered for relevant College of Arts and Law scholarships, provided their application is complete by the deadline. For more information, visit University of Birmingham.
