Applications for the Aga Khan Foundation Scholarship (AKF ISP) 2025 are now available. The Aga Khan Foundation provides scholarships to top students from developing countries. These scholarships help them study for master’s or PhD degrees at good universities around the world. Every year they choose students through a tough competition. The scholarship pays half 50% of the costs as a grant and half 50% as a loan. It is for students who need financial help. The goal is to train skilled workers and leaders who can work in the Aga Khan Development Network. They prefer master’s students but good PhD students who have strong academic record can apply too. These PhD students must have strong support from teachers and need the degree for their job goals in teaching or research. Short courses or students already studying cannot apply.
Key Points:
- For students from developing countries. Excludes UK Germany Sweden Austria Denmark Netherlands Italy Norway Ireland.
- 50% grant + 50% loan. Covers study and living costs.
- Focus on master’s degrees.
- PhDs for top students needing degree for teaching/research jobs.
- Yearly competitive selection (June/July). PhD applicants need professor recommendations.
- Goal: Train leaders for Aga Khan Development Network.
- No short courses or ongoing students.
Aga Khan Foundation Scholarship Summary
| Study In | Multiple Countries |
| Available For | Internationals |
| Degree Level | Master and PhD |
| Scholarship Type | Fully Funded |
| Last Apply Date | March 31, 2025 |
Also See: KAU King Abdulaziz University Scholarship 2025/26 (Fully Funded)
Scholarship Benefits
- Tuition and Living Expenses
The Foundation pays for tuition and living costs only. This lets students focus on studies without money stress. - PhD Program Funding
PhD students get 2 years of funding. After that find other support to continue studies. - Needs-Based Assistance
Money help depends on each student’s needs. The Foundation gives support based on this. - Effort to Get Extra Funding
Students should try to get money from other places first. This lowers the amount needed from the Foundation. - Preference for Extra Funding
Students who get some outside funding get priority. This shows they work hard to fund their studies.
Award Conditions
- Grant and Loan Structure: The scholarship is half grant (no repayment) and half loan (must repay). Master’s students get full funding for their program. PhD students get support for two years then must find other funding.
- Coverage of Expenses: Covers tuition and living costs. Does NOT cover travel clothes furniture or family expenses. Plan for these separately.
- Maintaining the Scholarship: Keep good grades and prove ongoing financial need. Failure to meet standards may stop funding.
- Loan Repayment Terms: A guarantor must sign the agreement. Repayment (with service charge) starts 6 months after:
- Graduation
- Stopping studies
- Losing scholarship due to poor performance
Eligibility Criteria
To apply for the AKF ISP award you must meet these rules:
- You need a Bachelor’s degree or similar training or work experience in your field.
- You must have outstanding academic performance in all your past studies.
- Show a clear plan to get money from different places for all study years.
- You must prove your financial need to help to do your studies.
- You must be starting the first year of your program.
- You must have admission to a recognized and reputable postgraduate institution.
- Priority goes to applicants under 30 years old.
- Show leadership skills work experience and achievements in activities or volunteering.
Application Process for the Aga Khan Foundation Scholarship
The Aga Khan Foundation scholarship process is handled by local offices like AKF AKES or AKEB. Follow these steps to apply:
- First you need to meet the basic scholarship requirements.
- If you qualify you will get an email with contact info for the local office in your area.
- Reach out to the AKF AKES or AKEB office they gave you. They will explain how to apply and give you forms and deadlines.
- Collect all needed papers like academic transcripts, proof of financial need, and letters of recommendation.
- Send your full application to the local office before the deadline.
Apply Now For The Aga Khan Foundation Scholarship 2025