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Global • Undergraduate & Postgraduate • Fully Funded & High-value Awards
Below is a focused list of the most searched, high-impact scholarships for 2026 with official application links, typical coverage, and a repeatable application workflow. Always confirm details on the official page before you submit.
Quick picks — official apply links (2026)
UK & Europe
- Chevening Scholarships (UK master’s): Apply • Overview: chevening.org
- Commonwealth Scholarships (UK): Apply • Program: CSC UK
- Erasmus Mundus Joint Masters (EU): How & Catalogue
- Gates Cambridge (UK, postgraduate): How to apply
US, Canada, Australia, Japan
- Fulbright Foreign Student (USA): Apply
- Knight-Hennessy Scholars (Stanford): Application portal
- Australia Awards Scholarships: OASIS portal • About: DFAT
- MEXT (Japan) Government Scholarship: How to apply
- DAAD EPOS (Germany): Program page → apply via the DAAD portal.
Also trending: Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program—apply through a partner university’s page (see the official directory: Where to apply).
How to apply (works for almost every program)
- Shortlist 6–10 awards that match your degree level, country and goals.
- Collect rules (eligibility, files, limits, deadlines) from each official page.
- Draft once, tailor often: 1-page CV + motivation statement adapted per award.
- Brief referees early; send a reference pack (CV + draft + link).
- Submit 7–14 days early; verify file formats and order; save confirmation.
- Prepare for interviews with examples that show leadership, impact and fit.
Documents you’ll usually need
- CV (1 page) focused on outcomes; include links to portfolio/LinkedIn.
- Motivation/Study plan (500–800 words) aligned to the program’s mission.
- Transcripts & certificates as PDFs; follow file-size limits.
- Passport/ID, language test (if required), and references on letterhead.
References that win interviews
- Pick referees who can verify results with metrics (grades, projects, impact).
- Send a reference pack (CV, draft letter, official link, deadline) at least 14 days ahead.
- Confirm portal vs. email upload and timezone; send a polite reminder 72 hours before.
FAQs
Do I apply in one portal for all scholarships?
No—each scholarship has its own portal or partner process. Use the official links above.
Are these fully funded?
Many cover tuition plus living costs and travel; amounts vary by program. Always read the current partner page.
Can I apply to several at once?
Yes, but tailor your materials. Keep a tracker for deadlines, documents and status.
• Information changes each cycle; always verify amounts, eligibility and dates on the official scholarship pages before applying.