Aga Khan Foundation Scholarships 2025

The Aga Khan Foundation International Scholarship Programme (AKF ISP) for 2025 is an opportunity for outstanding students from selected countries to pursue postgraduate studies. The Aga Khan Foundation provides a limited number of scholarships each year for doctoral studies to excellent students from select developing countries with no other means of financing their studies, to develop effective scholars and leaders, and to prepare them for employment, primarily within the AKDN. This scholarship is structured as a 50% grant and 50% loan, with the loan portion requiring repayment. It covers tuition fees and living expenses, though it does not include costs like international travel or family living expenses.

Courses Available

Health
Education
Culture
Rural development
Institution building
Economic development
Agriculture and food security
Civil society
Enterprise development
Financial inclusion
Habitat
Historic cities
Humanitarian assistance
Industrial development
Infrastructure development
Media
Music
Tourism promotion

Scholarship Summary

Level of Study: Masters, PhD
Institution(s): Aga Khan Foundation
Study in: Any highly reputable university except universities in UK, Germany, Sweden, Austria, Denmark, Netherlands, Italy, Norway, and Ireland
Program Period: According to the chosen university
Deadline: March 31, 2025

Scholarship Coverage

The Foundation assists students with tuition fees and living expenses only.
Funding for PhD programs is only provided for the first two years of study, after which the students are expected to find alternative sources of assistance.
Financial assistance is provided according to the needs of students.
Applicants are requested to make every effort to obtain funding from other sources so that the amount requested from the Foundation can be reduced to a minimum.
Preference is given to those who have been able to secure some funding from alternative sources

Eligibility Criteria

Here are the key eligibility criteria for the Aga Khan Foundation Scholarships 2025:

Citizenship: Must be a citizen of eligible developing countries in Asia, Africa, the Middle East, and select other regions.
Academic Excellence: Applicants should have an outstanding academic record and strong leadership potential.
Financial Need: Financial need is critical; preference is given to students from disadvantaged backgrounds.
Age Preference: Typically, applicants under 30 years of age are preferred.
Admission Requirement: Must have secured admission to a reputable postgraduate program.
Language Proficiency: Proficiency in English or French is required, depending on the program.
Loan Component: The scholarship is 50% grant and 50% loan, with a 5% annual service charge.

To learn more about the scholarship check the Official Website