What's the difference between Bachelor's and Master's scholarships?

Bachelor's scholarships fund your first undergraduate degree — fewer fully-funded options exist and most awards are merit-based university tuition discounts. Master's scholarships are dramatically larger in number (government schemes like Chevening, DAAD, Fulbright sit at the top) and more often cover full tuition + stipend.

Are MBA scholarships separate from Master's scholarships?

Yes — MBA scholarships are funded almost entirely by the business schools themselves (Stanford GSB Knight-Hennessy, INSEAD Diversity, Wharton Joseph Wharton) plus a handful of corporate sponsors (Forte, Reaching Out). They use distinct application timelines and selection criteria from general Masters awards.

Do PhD scholarships always include a stipend?

In countries with established research-funding models — UK, Germany, Netherlands, Australia, Canada, Singapore — yes, a doctoral scholarship typically covers tuition plus a monthly living stipend (€1,200-€2,500 depending on country and field). In the US, doctoral funding is usually packaged as a Research / Teaching Assistantship at the university level.

When should I start applying?

Most government scholarships open 9-12 months before the academic year starts. University merit aid is decided alongside admission, so apply early-decision or priority-deadline (typically Nov-Jan) to be in the funding pool.

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Bachelor's scholarships
Undergraduate aid: country government awards, university merit aid and need-based grants for first-degree applicants.
Also covers: Undergraduate, BA, BSc, BEng
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Master's scholarships
Master's funding: government scholarships, fully-funded programmes and university merit aid for taught + research masters.
Also covers: MS, MA, MSc, MEng
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MBA scholarships
MBA scholarships: school-funded merit, fellowship awards and external funding for full-time + executive MBA programmes.
Also covers: Master of Business Administration, EMBA, PGDM
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PhD scholarships
Doctoral funding: stipends, research assistantships and externally-funded PhD scholarships including living costs.
Also covers: Doctorate, DPhil, Doctoral
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Diploma scholarships
Diploma + certificate funding: short-programme awards, vocational scholarships and university bursaries for non-degree study.
Also covers: Postgraduate Diploma, PG Diploma, Certificate, Advanced Diploma
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Frequently asked questions

What's the difference between Bachelor's and Master's scholarships?: Bachelor's scholarships fund your first undergraduate degree — fewer fully-funded options exist and most awards are merit-based university tuition discounts. Master's scholarships are dramatically larger in number (government schemes like Chevening, DAAD, Fulbright sit at the top) and more often cover full tuition + stipend.
Are MBA scholarships separate from Master's scholarships?: Yes — MBA scholarships are funded almost entirely by the business schools themselves (Stanford GSB Knight-Hennessy, INSEAD Diversity, Wharton Joseph Wharton) plus a handful of corporate sponsors (Forte, Reaching Out). They use distinct application timelines and selection criteria from general Masters awards.
Do PhD scholarships always include a stipend?: In countries with established research-funding models — UK, Germany, Netherlands, Australia, Canada, Singapore — yes, a doctoral scholarship typically covers tuition plus a monthly living stipend (€1,200-€2,500 depending on country and field). In the US, doctoral funding is usually packaged as a Research / Teaching Assistantship at the university level.
When should I start applying?: Most government scholarships open 9-12 months before the academic year starts. University merit aid is decided alongside admission, so apply early-decision or priority-deadline (typically Nov-Jan) to be in the funding pool.

Scholarships by degree level

Browse 100+ scholarships across 5 canonical degree levels. Pick a level below to see country-specific awards, eligibility and deadlines.

Or browse by destination →Open the live filtered list

Pick your degree level

Frequently asked questions

What's the difference between Bachelor's and Master's scholarships?: Bachelor's scholarships fund your first undergraduate degree — fewer fully-funded options exist and most awards are merit-based university tuition discounts. Master's scholarships are dramatically larger in number (government schemes like Chevening, DAAD, Fulbright sit at the top) and more often cover full tuition + stipend.
Are MBA scholarships separate from Master's scholarships?: Yes — MBA scholarships are funded almost entirely by the business schools themselves (Stanford GSB Knight-Hennessy, INSEAD Diversity, Wharton Joseph Wharton) plus a handful of corporate sponsors (Forte, Reaching Out). They use distinct application timelines and selection criteria from general Masters awards.
Do PhD scholarships always include a stipend?: In countries with established research-funding models — UK, Germany, Netherlands, Australia, Canada, Singapore — yes, a doctoral scholarship typically covers tuition plus a monthly living stipend (€1,200-€2,500 depending on country and field). In the US, doctoral funding is usually packaged as a Research / Teaching Assistantship at the university level.
When should I start applying?: Most government scholarships open 9-12 months before the academic year starts. University merit aid is decided alongside admission, so apply early-decision or priority-deadline (typically Nov-Jan) to be in the funding pool.