International students eager to study abroad can access a variety of fully funded scholarships for the 2025 academic year, offering comprehensive support including tuition, living expenses, and, in some cases, travel costs.
These scholarships present opportunities to study at prestigious universities without the financial burden.
However, many of these scholarships have approaching deadlines, with most closing before March 2025. Here’s a look at some of the top fully funded scholarships available for international students across Europe, Asia, and North America.
UK Scholarships
Several renowned UK scholarships are available for students aiming to study in the country:
1.Chevening Scholarships (UK)
Funded by the UK government’s Foreign, Commonwealth, and Development Office, the Chevening program offers fully funded awards for one-year master’s degrees. Recipients receive full tuition coverage, networking opportunities, and access to world-class education.
Application Deadline: January 2, 2025
Apply here: Chevening Scholarships
2.Commonwealth Shared Scholarships (UK)
Targeted at postgraduate students from Commonwealth countries, this scholarship supports those unable to afford studies in the UK. It is aimed at individuals from low and middle-income countries who have the potential to contribute to their home nation’s development.
Application Deadline: December 12, 2024
Apply here: Commonwealth Scholarships
Scholarships for Study in Asia
Asia offers numerous opportunities, particularly in countries like Japan, China, and Thailand:
3.Royal Thai Asian Institute of Technology Scholarship 2025
Funded by the Royal Thai Government, these scholarships are available to qualified candidates from Thailand and other Asian nations, offering Doctoral and Master’s degrees in diverse fields.
Application Deadline: February 28, 2025
4.Kagoshima University Graduate Scholarship 2025 (Japan)
Focused on addressing global challenges like resource sustainability and environmental conservation, this scholarship supports students from Southeast Asia and Africa.
Application Deadline: January 31, 2025
Benefits: Full tuition, monthly stipend, and travel costs
Apply here: Kagoshima University Scholarship
Scholarships for Study in Europe
Europe offers multiple fully funded scholarships for international students:
5.Belgium ICP Connect Fully Funded Scholarship 2025
The VLIR-UOS ICP Connect Scholarships support students from Africa, Asia, and Latin America, covering tuition, living expenses, and travel costs.
Application Deadline: February 28, 2025
Benefits: Tuition fees, stipend, travel allowance, and accommodation
Apply here: Belgium Scholarship
6.University of Twente Scholarship 2025 (Netherlands)
This scholarship offers up to €22,000 to non-EU/EER students applying for a Master’s program at the University of Twente.
Application Deadline: February 1, 2025
Apply here: University of Twente Scholarship
Scholarships for Study in China
China offers several fully funded scholarships for international students, particularly in postgraduate programs:
7.Shaanxi Normal University (SNNU) CSC Scholarship 2025
This scholarship, funded by the Chinese government, supports postgraduate studies in China, with SNNU participating as one of the institutions.
Application Deadline: February 3, 2025
8.Nanjing University Scholarship 2025
This government-funded scholarship provides full support, including tuition, accommodation, and a monthly allowance, to international students studying at Chinese universities.
Application Deadline: January 20, 2025
Apply here: Nanjing University Scholarship
Application Process and Deadlines
Many of these scholarships require submission of application forms, academic transcripts, and other supporting documents by specific deadlines. As many of these deadlines are fast approaching, students are encouraged to carefully review each scholarship’s official page for detailed instructions and eligibility criteria. Most of these scholarships close before March 2025.
