- Full or partial tuition waiverFunding type
- ~20,000 Baht / semester (≈€520 est.)Registration fee (student pays)
- Master's and PhDDegree levels
- Students from 50+ countriesInternational community
- Two intakes per yearAugust 2026 and January 2027
- Open to all nationalitiesEligible applicants
At a glance
partial
Funding
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Max amount
Jul 20, 2026
Deadline
All countries
Country
Asian Institute of Technology (AIT)
Provider
The Asian Institute of Technology (AIT) in Pathum Thani, near Bangkok, awards merit-based scholarships to international Master's and doctoral students across three schools: the School of Engineering and Technology, the School of Environment, Resources and Development, and the School of Management. The awards range from partial to full tuition waivers and are decided by each school's selection committee at the point of admission, with no separate scholarship application required. For the 2026/2027 academic year, AIT runs two main intakes, in August 2026 and January 2027. Scholarship holders are still responsible for some costs: a registration fee of about 20,000 Thai Baht (about €520 est.) per semester, monthly living expenses of roughly 11,500 to 15,000 Baht, and any remaining tuition where only a partial waiver is granted. Founded in 1959, AIT draws students from more than 50 countries and is structured as an international postgraduate institution. Awards are made once before enrolment and remain fixed for the duration of the programme, so applying early improves your chances of stronger funding. Because the size of each waiver, the fee figures, and the intake deadlines are set each cycle, confirm the exact current-cycle details on the official AIT scholarships page before you apply.
What's covered
- Tuition waiver — A full or partial waiver of AIT tuition fees, with the proportion decided on merit by each school's selection committee at admission.
- Award stability — The scholarship value is fixed at award and applies throughout the programme, so the same waiver percentage continues each semester.
- Registration fee (not covered) — Students pay a registration fee of about 20,000 Thai Baht (about €520 est.) per semester themselves.
- Living expenses (not covered) — Living costs of roughly 11,500 to 15,000 Baht per month are the student's responsibility and are not part of the award.
- Remaining tuition (partial awards) — Where only a partial waiver is granted, the student covers the balance of the tuition fee.
How to apply
There is no separate scholarship form: you apply for admission through the AIT Admissions Portal and are automatically considered for funding by your chosen school.
- Choose your programme — Select a Master's or doctoral programme at AIT under the School of Engineering and Technology, the School of Environment, Resources and Development, or the School of Management.
- Prepare your documents — Gather academic transcripts, your degree certificate, and proof of English proficiency (IELTS Academic or AIT EET).
- Submit your application — Apply for admission through the AIT Admissions Portal before the intake deadline; early applications are recommended for better scholarship consideration.
- Await committee evaluation — Each school's selection committee evaluates applications and assigns the scholarship value on merit.
- Receive your offer — Approved applicants are notified, with the scholarship confirmed before the semester begins.
Eligibility
Master's qualificationA 4-year Bachelor's degree from a recognised university, with an IELTS Academic or AIT EET score of 5.0 or higher.
Doctoral qualificationA Master's degree from a recognised institution, with an IELTS Academic or AIT EET score of 5.5 or higher.
Grade requirement (PhD)A CGPA of at least 3.50 at Master's level, or at least 2.75 from a top-tier Bachelor's programme.
NationalityOpen to applicants of any nationality.
Scholarship value is assigned on merit by each school and is awarded once, before enrolment; it is fixed for the duration of the programme.
Eligible countries
All countries
Deadlines
August 2026 intake~20 July 2026 (est.)
January 2027 intake~20 December 2026 (est.)
Selection
There is no separate scholarship competition. Each school's selection committee reviews admitted and admissible applicants and assigns a full or partial tuition waiver based on academic merit, the strength of the application, and available funding. The award is decided once, before enrolment, and remains fixed throughout the programme. Applying early gives committees more flexibility to offer stronger funding.
Verified sources
- AIT Scholarshipsait.ac.thofficial
- AIT How to Applyait.ac.thofficial
About the provider
The Asian Institute of Technology (AIT) is an international postgraduate institution in Pathum Thani, near Bangkok, founded in 1959. It focuses on engineering, environment and development, and management, enrolling students from more than 50 countries through its three schools and maintaining a strong regional alumni network across government, academia, and industry.
Frequently asked questions
Answers below are best-effort estimates from the most recent application cycle. Values marked ~ or (est.) may shift year-to-year — confirm specifics on the official scholarship page.
Who can apply for AIT scholarships?
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Applicants of any nationality who meet the academic and English-language requirements for a Master's or doctoral programme at AIT.
What does the scholarship cover?
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A full or partial tuition fee waiver, decided on merit by each school; living costs and the registration fee remain the student's responsibility.
Is there a separate scholarship application?
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No. You apply for admission and are automatically considered for a scholarship by your chosen school's committee.
What costs do I still need to pay?
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A registration fee of about 20,000 Baht (about €520 est.) per semester, living expenses of roughly 11,500 to 15,000 Baht per month, and any remaining tuition if your waiver is partial.
What English score do I need?
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Master's applicants need IELTS Academic or AIT EET of 5.0 or higher; doctoral applicants need 5.5 or higher.
What are the entry requirements for a PhD?
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A Master's degree from a recognised institution and a CGPA of at least 3.50 at Master's level, or at least 2.75 from a top-tier Bachelor's programme.
When are the application deadlines?
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About 20 July 2026 for the August 2026 intake and about 20 December 2026 for the January 2027 intake (both est.); confirm on the official page.
Which schools offer the scholarships?
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The School of Engineering and Technology, the School of Environment, Resources and Development, and the School of Management.
Can the scholarship change during my studies?
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No. The award is made once before enrolment and is fixed for the duration of the programme.
Does applying early help?
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Yes. Early applications are recommended because they give selection committees more room to offer stronger funding.
How will I know if I received a scholarship?
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Approved applicants are notified before the semester begins, with the waiver confirmed in the offer.
Where do I confirm the official details?
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On the Asian Institute of Technology scholarships and admissions pages, which publish the binding waiver levels, fees, and deadlines for each intake.