Top 10 Best Scholarships for Belarusian Students

International scholarships can help Belarusian students study abroad while covering the majority of their expenses. Often covering tuition, living expenses, travel, and insurance, these grants enable students to acquire a world-class education without incurring great debt. International scholarships are particularly beneficial for Belarusian students with limited local possibilities or travel constraints since they help them develop language skills, global networks, and job chances. Below I will list ten best scholarships from various nations and institutions. Every entry covers the program, its target audience (undergraduate vs. graduate), study locations, financial information, and eligibility.

1. Chevening Scholarship (UK)

The Chevening Scholarship is the UK government’s flagship overseas student scholarship. Covering complete tuition, a monthly living stipend, travel allowance and other expenses, it finances one-year master’s degrees in the UK. Eligible are Belarusian students with an undergraduate degree and great leadership potential; you must have a UK university unconditional offer when you apply. Chevening recipients become part of a global alumni network and receive full funding. Applications for the last Chevening cycle ran from 6 Aug 2024 to 5 Nov 2024, so Belarusian applicants should get ready to apply when the portal opens for studies beginning autumn 2025.

2. Fulbright Foreign Student Program (USA)

The Fulbright Foreign Student Program supports qualified international applicants seeking master’s (and research) degrees in the United States. Belarusian citizens with a bachelor’s degree, a good academic record, and English proficiency are welcome. For the length of the program, Fulbright pays a living stipend, health insurance, airfare, tuition, and other expenses. Among the eligible disciplines are economics, education, public policy, health, journalism and more. Usually, Belarusian candidates submit their applications through a partner organisation or the U.S. Embassy. Applications are accepted annually in mid-summer (usually July–September)​ for awards starting the next academic year.

3. Erasmus Mundus Joint Master’s Scholarships (EU)

The Erasmus Mundus Action (European Union) provides scholarships for master’s degrees in multiple countries around Europe. A consortium of institutions spread across the EU and partner nations conducts these joint degrees. Top candidates from all around the world, including Belarus, get fully funded EU scholarships, which include tuition, travel expenses, and a living allowance. Erasmus Mundus programs; applicants must have a qualifying bachelor’s degree and must apply straight to the particular joint program. Most programs are open around a year in advance, but deadlines differ by program. Usually, Erasmus Mundus scholarships are completely financed for the two-year master’s degree.

4. Swedish Institute (SI) Scholarships (Sweden)

The Swedish Institute’s Global Professionals Scholarship provides funding for master’s study in Sweden. Belarusian nationals with a bachelor’s degree and at least two years of work and leadership experience are welcome; Belarus is on SI’s qualifying country list. This is a completely sponsored scholarship: SI pays for complete tuition as well as a nice living allowance of SEK 12,000 each month. It also links recipients to professional networks and offers a travel grant (SEK 10,000 for Belarusian researchers). Important dates for the 2025–26 cycle: first, apply to a Swedish Master’s program by January; secondly, during February, submit the SI scholarship application online. Results are typically announced in April 2025.

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5. Stefan Banach Scholarship Programme (Poland)

For master’s studies in Poland, Poland provides the Stefan Banach Scholarship Program, which is part of Polish development aid. The program specifically targets individuals from impoverished nations, including Belarus, with the aim of promoting socio-economic development in their home countries. The program finances two-year master’s degrees in disciplines including engineering, natural sciences, agriculture and life sciences as well as certain social sciences. Typically under Polish development scholarships, scholars get complete financial support—tuition waiver and stipend. Applicants have to have a bachelor’s degree and satisfy the program requirements. Usually around mid-year, the Polish National Agency for Academic Exchange publishes annual application requests.

6. Türkiye Scholarships (Turkey)

Run by the Turkish government, the Türkiye Scholarships program provides complete scholarships for overseas students at all levels—bachelor’s, master’s, PhD—to study in Turkey. Open to exceptional Belarusian candidates, it is very competitive. Türkiye Scholarships provide full tuition, a monthly stipend, housing, travel, health insurance and even Turkish language prep. The curriculum stresses leadership and academic excellence. From January to February, applications are accepted. Beginning with the 2025 autumn semester, chosen scholars may register at leading Turkish universities.

7. MEXT Japanese Government Scholarship (Japan)

The MEXT Scholarship (offered by Japan’s Ministry of Education) funds undergraduate, master’s, and PhD studies in Japan for international students. Belarusian students are eligible (Belarus is on MEXT’s invited country list). The scholarship is fully funded, covering tuition, monthly living allowance, and round-trip travel. Each year, Japan’s embassies call for applications (typically in early 2025 for study starting Fall 2025). Applicants typically need a good academic record.

8. DAAD Development-Related Scholarships (Germany)

DAAD (German Academic Exchange Service) offers a number of scholarships for master’s and PhD study in Germany. For example, the DAAD EPOS scholarships support graduates from developing countries (including Belarus) in development-related subjects (e.g. economics, public policy, environmental studies)​. These scholarships are fully supported by the German government, covering tuition (or waivers), a monthly stipend, health insurance, and travel costs​. Though most autumn programs have deadlines in August to November, application deadlines vary per every program. DAAD also operates additional initiatives like research funding and the Helmut-Schmidt Program.

9. Chinese Government Scholarships (China)

International students receive Chinese Government Scholarships from the China Scholarship Council (CSC). Many Chinese universities accept Belarusian students for bachelor, master, or PhD degrees. These scholarships are completely funded, usually covering full tuition, housing, or a monthly stipend, and occasionally a travel grant. Programs include general Chinese Government Scholarships and those sponsored by individual universities or Confucius Institutes. Usually at the end of January or March each year, the application deadline for programs beginning in September falls.

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

The Joint Japan/World Bank Graduate Scholarship Program supports students from developing countries; Belarus qualifies as a World Bank member country. It finances two-year master’s degrees in development-related disciplines at top universities all around (in the US, Europe, Japan, etc.). The JJ/WBGSP fully funds scholarship recipients, providing them with round-trip airfare, health insurance, travel allowance, monthly living stipend, and tuition. Applicants must hold a development-related bachelor’s degree and have at least three years of professional experience to be eligible. The program has two application rounds: deadlines in February and May, so start preparing early.

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Conclusion

International scholarships are a valuable opportunity for Belarusian students to pursue higher education abroad, often with substantial financial support. Whether you’re aiming for a master’s degree in the United Kingdom, a PhD in Japan, or undergraduate studies in Turkey, there’s a scholarship tailored to your academic aspirations. Understanding each program’s requirements and timelines allows you to strategically plan your applications to maximise your chances of success.