Chalmers University of Technology, one of Sweden’s top-ranked institutions for engineering, architecture, and technology, is offering a variety of Master’s scholarships for international students, including Nigerians, for the 2025/2026 academic year.
These scholarships are aimed at high-achieving students and include both tuition fee waivers and a few fully funded options with monthly stipends.
Scholarship Overview
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Host Institution: Chalmers University of Technology
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Country: Sweden
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Degree Level: Master’s (2 years)
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Fields of Study: Engineering, Computer Science, Architecture, Environmental Studies, Technology Management, and more
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Scholarship Type: Fully Funded / Partially Funded
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Application Deadline: January 15, 2026 (Apply early for university admission by November 2025)
Types of Scholarships
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IPOET Scholarships (Swedish Government–funded):
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Covers 75% of tuition fees
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Renewable for 2nd year upon satisfactory results
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Avancez Scholarships (Chalmers–funded):
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Covers 75% of tuition fees
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Based on academic merit
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Adlerbert Foreign Student Scholarships:
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100% tuition fee waiver
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Limited number available to top applicants from developing countries (Nigeria is eligible)
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Fully Funded Chalmers MasterCard Foundation Scholars Program (if available):
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Covers tuition, living stipend, air ticket, and health insurance (check availability yearly)
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Eligibility Criteria
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Hold a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field from an internationally recognized university
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Excellent academic record (First Class or strong Second Class Upper)
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Proficiency in English (IELTS ≥ 6.5 or TOEFL iBT ≥ 90)
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Demonstrated leadership potential and academic ambition
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Must pay the application fee and apply to a Chalmers Master’s program before applying for scholarships
Required Documents
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Academic transcripts and Bachelor’s certificate
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Proof of English proficiency
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CV/Resume
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Letter of Motivation
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Valid international passport
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Letters of recommendation (optional but helpful)
How to Apply
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Apply for a Master’s program via Sweden’s central portal:
https://www.universityadmissions.se -
After submitting your program application, visit:
https://www.chalmers.se/en/education/application-and-admission/scholarships/
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Submit your scholarship application by mid-January 2026 (same date as the central application deadline).
Tip: Focus your motivation letter on how your education will contribute to sustainable innovation or technological development in your home country, which aligns with Chalmers’ mission.