50 Scholarships, Grants, Fellowships and Other Opportunities Currently Open – October 22, 2026
Overview
This compilation highlights ten scholarships, fellowships, and grants currently open for applications, providing financial support for graduate study, doctoral research, and professional leadership development worldwide. These programmes aim to expand educational access, foster international research cooperation, support women in specialised technical fields, and cultivate leadership across academic, diplomatic, arts, and development sectors.
Who can apply
Eligibility varies widely by programme, ranging from Afghan women holding a university degree to global students targeting doctoral study in Hong Kong or master programmes in China. Several opportunities are restricted by nationality or region, such as African nationals residing in Africa, citizens of eligible Asian Development Bank developing member countries, or applicants from over 180 countries participating in Swiss government exchanges. Other awards are open to graduate students at specific institutions like Dalhousie University or established arts and culture leaders from the global arts ecosystem.
What you get
Successful applicants receive a variety of funding packages tailored to their programmes. Financial provisions include annual stipends valued at CHF 25,000 for specific master studies, up to EUR 20,000 each for tuition and living costs, CAD $4,000 graduate awards, fully funded postgraduate coverage including course fees and living stipends, and comprehensive master support covering tuition, accommodation, monthly allowances, and travel. Additional benefits across various listings feature conference and research travel allowances, health insurance, visa sponsorship, internships, and fully covered seminar tuition, lodging, and materials.
Requirements
Applicants generally must meet academic criteria such as holding a bachelor degree, demonstrating first-class academic standing, or showing strong academic records, leadership potential, and community engagement. Selection processes often assess research ability, communication and interpersonal skills, character, service, and a clear commitment to public good or continental development. Research applicants frequently need the support of an academic supervisor in Switzerland, while language requirements and admissions standards of the host universities or participating institutions must be fulfilled.
How to apply
Candidates must follow the specific application procedures outlined for each individual scholarship or fellowship. Because eligibility rules, application portals, and submission methods differ by programme, applicants should consult the respective country-specific guidance, university admissions requirements, or constituency instructions before submitting their materials.
Key dates
Application deadlines vary depending on the specific opportunity and can fall on October 26, October 31, November 1, November 30, December 1, December 5, or January 6. Certain programmes have deadlines that vary by country or by constituency.