5 fully funded scholarships you should apply for in 2026

Many students want to study abroad, but costs remain a barrier. Tuition fees, travel expenses and living costs often prevent qualified applicants from pursuing international education. Fully funded scholarships help reduce this burden by covering major expenses and limiting the need for personal financial support.

In 2026, several governments are offering fully funded programmes for international students across undergraduate, master’s and doctoral levels. Most of these schemes provide tuition coverage, monthly stipends and travel support, allowing students to focus on their studies without financial strain. Below are five government-backed scholarships open to applicants from various countries.

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Here are 5 fully funded scholarships you should apply for in 2026

The Australia Awards Scholarships are hosted in Australia and funded by the Australian Government, and they are open to Bachelor’s, Master’s and PhD students. The programme covers full tuition fees, return airfare, an establishment allowance and a monthly living stipend, while also providing health insurance and academic support. The application deadline is April 30, 2026, and further details are available under “Australia Scholarships 2026”.

The Türkiye Scholarships, also known as the Turkey Burslari Scholarship, are hosted in Turkey and funded by the Government of Turkey, and they are available for Bachelor’s, Master’s and PhD studies. The programme covers tuition fees, provides a monthly stipend, offers free accommodation, includes health insurance and airfare, and also funds a one-year Turkish language course. Applications close on February 20, 2026, and more information can be found under “Turkey Burslari Scholarship”.

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The Global Korea Scholarship (GKS) is hosted in South Korea and funded by the National Institute for International Education (NIIED), and it supports Master’s, PhD and research programmes. The scholarship includes full tuition, airfare, a monthly allowance, medical insurance, research support and Korean language training fees. Embassy and university deadlines usually fall between February and March 2026, and applicants are advised to confirm dates with the relevant institutions.

The Indonesian Government Scholarship (KNB) is hosted in Indonesia and funded by the Government of Indonesia, and it is available for Bachelor’s, Master’s and PhD programmes. The scholarship provides tuition coverage, a monthly living allowance, health insurance, a settlement allowance and Indonesian language training. The application deadline is March 31, 2026, and further details are available under “KNB Scholarship”.

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The Taiwan ICDF Scholarship Program is hosted in Taiwan and funded by the Taiwan International Cooperation and Development Fund (ICDF), and it supports Bachelor’s, Master’s and PhD studies. The programme covers tuition fees, provides a monthly stipend, includes airfare and a housing allowance, and offers health insurance throughout the study period. Applications close on March 15, 2026, and more information is available under “Taiwan Scholarships”.