Scholarship Opportunities for Afghans

NEW 01-09-2025

AAHO is committed to helping Afghan students access international scholarships. These programs can cover tuition, living costs, and travel, making education abroad possible even for those from disadvantaged backgrounds.

Here are some of the most important scholarships available for Afghan students:

1. Chevening Scholarships (UK)

  • Funded by the UK government.

  • Covers full tuition, travel, and living expenses.

  • Open to outstanding students with leadership potential.

2. Erasmus+ Scholarships (Europe)

  • EU-funded program.

  • Offers scholarships for Master’s and exchange programs in European universities.

  • Covers tuition, travel, and a monthly allowance.

3. Fulbright Program (USA)

  • Sponsored by the U.S. government.

  • Provides Afghan students opportunities for Master’s degrees in the United States.

  • Covers tuition, travel, and living expenses.

4. DAAD Scholarships (Germany)

  • Funded by the German government.

  • Supports Afghan students pursuing Master’s and PhD degrees.

  • Includes tuition waivers and monthly stipends.

5. Turkiye Burslari (Turkey Scholarships)

  • Funded by the Government of Turkey.

  • Covers Bachelor’s, Master’s, and PhD studies.

  • Includes tuition, accommodation, health insurance, and a stipend.

6. India ICCR Scholarships

  • Provided by the Indian Council for Cultural Relations.

  • Open to Afghan students for Bachelor’s, Master’s, and PhD programs.

  • Covers tuition, accommodation, and a monthly stipend.

7. Asian Development Bank – Japan Scholarship Program (ADB–JSP)

  • For Master’s students in Asia-Pacific countries.

  • Covers tuition, travel, and living costs.

8. World Bank Scholarships

  • Joint Japan/World Bank Graduate Scholarship Program (JJ/WBGSP).

  • Supports Master’s programs related to development.

9. Rotary Peace Fellowship

  • Provides Master’s degrees in peace and conflict resolution.

  • Fully funded, highly competitive.

10. Open Society Foundation (OSF) Scholarships

  • Supports Afghan students in law, human rights, and social sciences.

  • Covers tuition and living expenses.

Need help applying? Contact AAHO for free guidance. info@aahoglobal.org