SWEDISH INSTITUTE (SVENSKA INSTITUTET)
Swedish Institute Study Scholarships – Pioneering Women in STEM
full · masters
- Fully FundedScholarship type
- Study in SwedenHost country
- Women in STEMFocus
- SEK 12,000/moLiving allowance
- Master’sStudy level
- Eligible-country listEligibility
At a glance
full
Funding
€18k
Max amount
Feb 12, 2027
Deadline
Defined SI-eligible countries (list updated periodically)
Country
Swedish Institute (Svenska institutet)
Provider
The Swedish Institute Study Scholarships – Pioneering Women in STEM is a scholarship offered by the Swedish Institute (SI) to support women from a defined list of countries to pursue a master's degree in science, technology, engineering, or mathematics in Sweden. It encourages women to advance in STEM fields where they remain under-represented and to become future leaders. The scholarship is fully funded: it covers tuition fees (paid directly to the university), a monthly living allowance of SEK 12,000, a one-off travel grant of SEK 15,000, and insurance, plus membership of the SI Network for Future Global Leaders and the lifelong SI Alumni Network. Applicants must first apply for admission to an eligible Swedish STEM master's programme through the national service University Admissions in Sweden (deadline in mid-January), then submit a separate scholarship application (deadline in mid-February). Selection weighs academic background, leadership and work experience, and a commitment to driving change in the home country.
What's covered
- Tuition fees — Full tuition, paid directly to your Swedish university each semester.
- Living allowance — SEK 12,000 per month toward living costs.
- Travel grant — A one-time travel grant of SEK 15,000.
- Insurance — Insurance against illness and accident during your studies.
- Leadership network — Membership of the SI Network for Future Global Leaders and the SI Alumni Network.
How to apply
First apply for admission to an eligible Swedish STEM master's through University Admissions in Sweden, then submit the separate SI scholarship application by its deadline.
- Choose eligible STEM programmes — Select master's programmes on the SI eligible-programmes list in STEM fields.
- Apply for admission — Apply via universityadmissions.se by the ~mid-January deadline and keep your fee receipt.
- Prepare scholarship materials — Draft your CV, motivation, references, and proof of work/leadership experience.
- Apply for the scholarship — Submit the SI scholarship application by the ~mid-February deadline.
- Selection — The Swedish Institute assesses applications on academics, experience, and ambition.
- Results & admission — Scholarship results come in ~spring, conditional on your university admission.
Eligibility
GenderWomen applicants (the scholarship targets women in STEM).
CountryA citizen of one of the eligible countries on the SI list (which changes periodically).
FieldApplying for an eligible STEM master's programme in Sweden.
Experience & leadershipDemonstrated work and/or leadership experience and ambition to drive change.
AdmissionAdmitted to an eligible programme via University Admissions in Sweden.
Two steps: apply for university admission via universityadmissions.se by ~mid-January; apply for the scholarship by ~mid-February. The eligible-programme and eligible-country lists are set by SI.
Eligible countries
Defined SI-eligible countries (list updated periodically)
Deadlines
2027 STEM master's intake2027-02-12
Selection
The Swedish Institute selects scholars on academic background, demonstrated work and leadership experience, and a credible ambition to drive change in their home country, with the specific aim of advancing women in STEM. Because admission to an eligible programme is required, academic admission and the scholarship assessment work together.
Verified sources
- SI Study Scholarships — Pioneering Women in STEMsi.seofficial
About the provider
The Swedish Institute (Svenska institutet, SI) is a Swedish public agency that promotes Sweden and builds relations with other countries through culture, education, and cooperation. Its Pioneering Women in STEM scholarship supports women to study STEM in Sweden and join a global network of future leaders.
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.
What is the SI Pioneering Women in STEM scholarship?
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A Swedish Institute scholarship that funds women from eligible countries to pursue a STEM master's in Sweden, encouraging women to advance and lead in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.
Who is eligible?
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Women who are citizens of an eligible country on the SI list, applying for an eligible STEM master's in Sweden, with work/leadership experience and ambition to drive change at home.
What does it cover?
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Full tuition (paid to the university), a SEK 12,000/month living allowance, a one-off SEK 15,000 travel grant, insurance, and membership of the SI leadership and alumni networks.
How do I apply?
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Two steps: apply for admission to an eligible STEM programme via universityadmissions.se by ~mid-January, then submit the separate SI scholarship application by ~mid-February.
When are the deadlines?
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University admission closes ~mid-January and the scholarship application closes ~mid-February, for studies starting the following August. Confirm dates with the Swedish Institute.
Which countries are eligible?
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A defined list of countries that the Swedish Institute updates periodically. Check the current eligible-country list for this scholarship before applying.
Is it only for women?
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Yes — this scholarship specifically supports women in STEM, addressing their under-representation in these fields.
Which fields count as STEM?
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Eligible STEM master's programmes — engineering, technology, computer science, natural sciences, and mathematics — on the SI eligible-programmes list.
Do I need work experience?
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Demonstrated work and/or leadership experience strengthens your application, as the scholarship targets future leaders, though specific requirements are set by SI.
How competitive is it?
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Highly — far more women apply than there are scholarships, and selection weighs academics, experience, and ambition to create change.
Can I apply to any STEM programme?
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Only programmes on the SI eligible-programmes list. Choose from that list when you apply for admission, or your scholarship application will not be valid.
Is the scholarship renewable for the full master's?
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Yes — it funds the full duration of your master's programme (typically up to 2 years), conditional on satisfactory progress.