Embarking on an international education journey can be a life changing experience. For Sri Lankan students aiming to study abroad in 2025, numerous scholarships are available to help make this dream a reality. Below is a selection of scholarships with upcoming deadlines, along with direct application links to simplify the process.

1. Bocconi Graduate Merit Awards

• Institution: Bocconi University, Italy
• Level: Master’s Degree
• Details: Offers full tuition waivers and, in some cases, free accommodation.
• Deadlines: April 23, 2025, and May 27, 2025
• Application Link: Bocconi Graduate Merit Awards

2. University of Melbourne Graduate Research Scholarships

• Institution: University of Melbourne, Australia
• Level: Master’s/PhD Degrees
• Details: Provides full fee remission and up to $110,000 in benefits, including living allowances.
• Deadline: Varies; applications are ongoing.
• Application Link: University of Melbourne Graduate Research Scholarships

3. Fulbright Foreign Student Program

• Country: United States
• Level: Master’s/PhD Degrees
• Details: Covers tuition, airfare, a living stipend, and health insurance.
• Deadline: Varies by country; typically between February and October 2025.
• Application Link: Fulbright Foreign Student Program

4. Université Paris-Saclay International Master’s Scholarships

• Institution: Université Paris-Saclay, France
• Level: Master’s Degree
• Details: Provides €10,000 per year and up to €1,000 for travel and visa expenses.
• Deadlines: May 5, 2025, and May 12, 2025
• Application Link: Université Paris-Saclay International Master’s Scholarships

5. IOE Centenary Masters Scholarships

• Institution: Institute of Education (IOE), University College London, UK
• Level: Master’s Degree
• Details: Covers full tuition fees and accommodation at the International Students House.
• Deadline: May 5, 2025
• Application Link: IOE Centenary Masters Scholarships

6. Australia Awards Scholarships

• Country: Australia
• Level: Bachelor’s/Master’s/PhD Degrees
• Details: Covers full tuition fees, return air travel, establishment allowance, and living expenses.
• Deadline: April 30, 2025
• Application Link: Australia Awards Scholarships

7. University of Sydney International Stipend Scholarship (USYDIS)

• Institution: University of Sydney, Australia
• Level: Master’s/PhD Degrees
• Details: Offers a stipend of $35,000 per annum to assist with living costs.
• Deadlines: September 12, 2025, and December 19, 2025
• Application Link: University of Sydney International Stipend Scholarship (USYDIS)

8. Adelaide Global Academic Excellence Scholarships

• Institution: University of Adelaide, Australia
• Level: Bachelor’s/Master’s Degrees
• Details: Offers a 50% reduction in tuition fees for the minimum standard full-time duration of the scholar’s chosen undergraduate or postgraduate degree.
• Deadlines: February 28, 2025, and May 31, 2025
• Application Link: Adelaide Global Academic Excellence Scholarships

9. Joint Japan World Bank Graduate Scholarship Program

• Level: Master’s Degree
• Details: Covers tuition, a monthly living stipend, round-trip airfare, and health insurance.
• Deadlines: February 28, 2025, and May 23, 2025
• Application Link: Joint Japan World Bank Graduate Scholarship Program

10. Bristol University Think Big Scholarships

• Institution: University of Bristol, UK
• Level: Bachelor’s/Master’s Degrees
• Details: Offers scholarships valued at £5,000, £10,000, and £20,000, which can only be used towards the cost of tuition fees.
• Deadlines: February 24, 2025 (Undergraduate), April 23, 2025 (Postgraduate)
• Application Link: Bristol University Think Big Scholarships

This scholarship is an excellent opportunity for Sri Lankan students looking to study abroad. Make sure to apply before the deadline!