Sweden · Scholarship · Reviewed 2026-10-15

Swedish Institute (SI) Scholarship for Global Professionals at Sophiahemmet

Prestigious Swedish government scholarship funding international healthcare leaders committed to maternal and child health, palliative care systems, and universal health coverage.

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Application checklist & requirements

These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.

Academic degree / Prerequisites: High-achieving bachelor's degree; minimum 3,000 hours of verified clinical healthcare experience
English language proficiency: IELTS 6.5 (minimum 5.5 in each band)
Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT): Not required
Thesis / Research statement: Europass CV and leadership evidence from an eligible country
Recommendation letters: Two professional reference letters

How much will it cost? How much funding is available?

Financial support / stipend: Full tuition coverage, monthly living grant of 12,000 SEK, insurance, and travel allowance
Application fee: 900 SEK (universityadmissions.se)
Tuition / joining costs: Fully waived by Swedish Institute

Dates and verification

Application deadline: February 10, 2027
Last source review: 2026-10-15

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Important verification note

Facts reflect official Sophiahemmet Högskola documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.

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