Program-specific scholarships are primarily awarded by universities based on your personal and academic achievements. However, the eligibility criteria will vary depending on the university that you choose to apply to.

Popularly awarded by the government and government-owned colleges, this is financial aid to support study in a particular field or major. To be considered eligible for a subject-based scholarship, you must prove admission to a related program overseas.

If you can provide sufficient proof of financial need, there are several ways to acquire a need-based scholarship. These scholarships are designed to help you complete your studies overseas with financial support from the relevant authorities or government agencies.

Merit-based scholarships are awarded to students who demonstrate excellent academic, athletic, and artistic achievement. These financial aids are designed to help support an applicant’s extracurricular activities. Note that the requirements for each scholarship will vary depending on the issuing authority.

These scholarships are awarded to international students pursuing their academic careers in a specific country. Essentially awarded to motivate study in a particular place, these financial aids are often government-sponsored.

Q1. Do the different types of scholarships cover additional expenses such as air travel and study material? 

Answer - This can vary from scholarship to scholarship. Yes, some issuing authorities offer financial aid to cover expenses related to pursuing a program abroad.