Scholarships

Australia Awards Scholarships (Pakistan)

Australian Government (DFAT) · Australia

Long-term awards for postgraduate study at Australian universities, aimed at emerging leaders from Pakistan.

What it covers

Tuition, return airfare, living allowance and health cover

Eligibility

For Pakistani citizens. English test needed: IELTS Academic 6.5 (no band below 6.0), TOEFL iBT 84 or PTE 58. Priority fields are listed in the Pakistan country profile.

Deadline

Intake 2027 applications closed on 30 April 2026. Next round usually opens in February.

Chevening Scholarship

UK Government (FCDO) · UK

The UK government's flagship scholarship for future leaders. Applicants choose three UK master's courses and apply online.

What it covers

Tuition, living allowance, return flights and visa costs

Eligibility

Pakistan is eligible. At least 2 years (2,800 hours) of work experience; must return to Pakistan for 2 years after study; one-year master's in the UK.

Deadline

2027/28 round: 4 August to 6 October 2026 (closed). Next round usually opens in August.

Chinese Government Scholarship (CSC)

China Scholarship Council · China

China's main government scholarship for international students at Chinese universities.

What it covers

Tuition, on-campus accommodation, monthly living stipend and medical insurance

Eligibility

Open to Pakistani students through the embassy (bilateral) route or directly through Chinese universities.

Deadline

Usually from January to April, depending on the university or embassy route.

Commonwealth Master's Scholarships

Commonwealth Scholarship Commission (UK) · UK

Fully funded one-year taught master's at a UK university for students from eligible Commonwealth countries.

What it covers

Full tuition, return airfare, monthly stipend of GBP 1,712 (GBP 2,000 in London), study travel grant

Eligibility

Pakistan is eligible. Apply through a nominator (in Pakistan usually HEC) and on the CSC portal. Need at least a 2:1 equivalent degree and must not be able to afford UK study without the award. MBA not funded.

Deadline

2027/28 round: CSC portal deadline 20 October 2026; nominating agency (HEC) deadline is earlier.

DAAD Doctoral Programmes in Germany

DAAD (German Academic Exchange Service) · Germany

Funding for a full doctoral degree at a German university or research institute.

What it covers

Monthly stipend, travel allowance and health insurance (amounts set by DAAD)

Eligibility

For Pakistani graduates with a master's degree who have a supervisor or a place in a doctoral programme in Germany. Duration up to 3 years.

Deadline

Usually around the end of August each year.

DAAD EPOS (Development-Related Postgraduate Courses)

DAAD (German Academic Exchange Service) · Germany

DAAD scholarships for selected development-related master's and PhD programmes at German universities.

What it covers

Monthly stipend, travel allowance, health insurance and other allowances as set by DAAD

Eligibility

For graduates from developing countries including Pakistan, usually with at least 2 years of relevant work experience. Apply directly to the chosen EPOS course.

Deadline

Different for each course in the EPOS list (mostly between August and October).

Joint master's programmes taught by several European universities, where the best applicants receive full EU scholarships.

What it covers

Participation (tuition) costs, travel and installation costs and a monthly living allowance

Eligibility

Open to students worldwide, including Pakistan. Apply directly to the Erasmus Mundus master's programme you choose.

Deadline

Set by each Erasmus Mundus programme, mostly between October and February.

Fulbright Degree Program (USEFP)

US Government via USEFP Pakistan · USA

Fully funded master's and PhD study in the United States for Pakistani students, run by the United States Educational Foundation in Pakistan.

What it covers

Tuition, required textbooks, airfare, living stipend and health insurance

Eligibility

For Pakistani citizens from all academic backgrounds except clinical medicine. Priority fields include sciences, technology and AI, trade and economics. Must return to Pakistan after study.

Deadline

Usually 1 April each year (check USEFP for the current cycle).

Türkiye Bursları (Türkiye Scholarships)

Government of Türkiye · Turkey

Turkey's government scholarship for undergraduate, master's, PhD and research programmes at Turkish universities, with university placement included.

What it covers

Tuition, monthly stipend, accommodation, health insurance, one-time return flight and a one-year Turkish language course

Eligibility

Open to international students including Pakistanis. Online application is free; academic and age limits differ by level.

Deadline

Applications usually open in January and close in February. Check the official application calendar.

Eastern Mediterranean University Scholarships

Eastern Mediterranean University · Cyprus

Tuition scholarships already reflected in EMU's international fee list.

What it covers

30% to 45% for Medicine and Dentistry; 60% to 75% for most other programmes

Eligibility

Newly registered international students; the percentage depends on the programme and academic results.

Deadline

Given with the admission offer.

Final International University Scholarships

Final International University · Cyprus

Tuition scholarships for international students at Final International University in Kyrenia.

What it covers

50% to 100% tuition scholarship (e.g. bachelor's yearly total USD 3,590 with 50%)

Eligibility

International students admitted to FIU programmes; the percentage depends on academic results.

Deadline

Given with the admission offer.

Istanbul Medipol University International Scholarships

Istanbul Medipol University · Turkey

Discounts and merit scholarships for international students at Istanbul Medipol University.

What it covers

15% special country scholarship, up to 15% for SAT scores, 10% for full advance payment

Eligibility

International students from listed countries; SAT-based and merit scholarships also available.

Deadline

Given with the admission offer.

LUT Early Bird and Continuing Scholarship

LUT University · Finland

Tuition fee reductions for international master's students at LUT University in Finland.

What it covers

First-year tuition reduced from EUR 15,000 to EUR 10,000 (early bird); EUR 5,000 scholarship for the next year with good study progress

Eligibility

Non-EU students admitted to LUT master's programmes. Continuing scholarship needs at least 60 ECTS in the previous year.

Deadline

Early bird offer must be accepted within 3 weeks of the admission letter.