Scholarships for Nepali students
Fully funded and partial options.
From government grants to university merit awards — a clear guide to funding your international education. We help you identify, prepare and apply.
Don't pay full price.
Thousands of Nepali students receive scholarships every year. With the right preparation and honest guidance, you can be one of them.
There are three main types of funding: government scholarships (fully funded, highly competitive), university scholarships (merit or need-based, usually 10%–100% tuition) and external grants (NGOs, foundations, corporate programs).
We help you build a competitive profile, prepare documents, and apply strategically — often to multiple programs at once.
Fully funded programs.
Government-funded scholarships that cover tuition, living costs and often airfare.
MEXT — Japan
Japanese government scholarship covering full tuition, monthly stipend (JPY 117k–145k), airfare and Japanese language training. Applications via the Embassy of Japan in Nepal, usually May–June.
GKS — South Korea
Global Korea Scholarship: full tuition, monthly stipend, 1 year of Korean language training, airfare and settlement allowance. Two tracks: Embassy and University.
Chevening — UK
UK government scholarship for one-year master's degrees. Covers tuition, monthly living allowance, airfare and visa costs. Requires 2+ years of work experience.
Australia Awards
Australian government scholarship for study at participating Australian universities. Covers tuition, living costs, health insurance and airfare.
Commonwealth Scholarships
For students from Commonwealth countries (including Nepal) pursuing master's or PhD in the UK. Covers tuition, airfare and living allowance.
Erasmus Mundus
EU-funded joint master's programs across multiple European universities. Covers tuition, travel, living costs and insurance. Highly competitive, open to Nepali students.
Merit-based awards.
Most universities offer partial tuition scholarships to strong international applicants — no separate application needed in many cases.
Academic merit awards
Based on your GPA, test scores and academic record. Usually 10%–50% tuition discount, automatically considered at application.
Early application discounts
Some universities reward students who apply early with reduced tuition for the first year.
Regional scholarships
Specific awards for students from South Asia — check each university's international office page.
Need-based grants
For students with demonstrated financial need. Requires detailed financial documentation.
Alumni & family discounts
If a family member studied at the same institution, some universities offer tuition reductions.
Department-specific awards
Certain faculties (engineering, business, health) offer their own scholarships to attract top students.
Our scholarship support.
Scholarship matching
We identify every scholarship you're eligible for based on your profile, target country and course.
Statement of Purpose
We help you write a compelling SOP that matches what scholarship committees look for.
Recommendation letters
Guidance on choosing referees and preparing strong recommendation letters.
Deadline tracking
We track every deadline for every application — so nothing is missed.
Document review
Every document checked for accuracy, formatting and compliance with scholarship requirements.
Interview preparation
Mock interviews and coaching for scholarship panels and embassy interviews.
Scholarship FAQ.
Can I apply for multiple scholarships at once?
Yes. You can apply for as many scholarships as you qualify for. Just make sure deadlines and requirements don't conflict — some scholarships have overlapping documentation needs.
Do I need IELTS for scholarships?
Most fully funded scholarships require proof of English proficiency — usually IELTS 6.0–6.5 or TOEFL 80+. Some accept a Medium of Instruction letter if you studied in English.
When should I start applying?
Start 12–18 months before your intended intake. Most government scholarships have fixed annual windows (e.g., MEXT opens May–June), so missing the deadline means waiting a full year.
Do I need work experience?
Some scholarships (like Chevening) require 2+ years of work experience. Others (like MEXT and GKS) don't. We'll tell you which ones match your profile.
Are scholarship rejections common?
Yes — government scholarships are highly competitive. That's why we always recommend applying for multiple options simultaneously: government, university and external grants.
Let's find your scholarship.
Book a free session and we'll match you with programs you're eligible for.