Scholarships & Funding for International Students
Complete Guide to 2025-2026 Scholarships, Grants, and Financial Aid Opportunities
Finding the right funding is crucial for international education success. This comprehensive guide from Videsh Guru covers all available scholarship options for 2025-2026, including university awards, government scholarships, private funding, and research opportunities. Learn how to secure financial support for your studies abroad.
Types of Scholarships Available
Chulalongkorn University Scholarship
Chulalongkorn University
Bachelor, Master, PhD
Full tuition + Monthly stipend
Up to $15,000 per year
March 31, 2025
Requirements:
- •Minimum GPA 3.0
- •IELTS 6.5+
- •Strong academic record
Mahidol University International Scholarship
Mahidol University
Master, PhD
Partial to Full tuition
Up to $12,000 per year
April 15, 2025
Requirements:
- •Research potential
- •Academic excellence
- •English proficiency
Thammasat University Achievement Award
Thammasat University
Bachelor, Master
Tuition + Fees
$8,000 - $10,000 per year
February 28, 2025
Requirements:
- •Leadership qualities
- •Community service
- •Academic merit
ASEAN Scholarship Thailand
Multiple Universities
Bachelor, Master
Full scholarship
Full coverage + stipend
January 31, 2025
Requirements:
- •ASEAN nationality
- •Academic excellence
- •Leadership
Scholarship Application Timeline
12-18 months before
Research scholarships, check eligibility requirements
10-12 months before
Prepare documents, take required tests
8-10 months before
Write essays, secure recommendations
6-8 months before
Submit applications before deadlines
4-6 months before
Prepare for interviews, submit additional materials
2-4 months before
Receive decisions, compare offers
Essential Application Documents
Tips for Successful Applications
Do's
- ✓Start early - many scholarships have early deadlines
- ✓Tailor each application to the specific scholarship
- ✓Highlight leadership and community service experience
- ✓Proofread all documents multiple times
- ✓Get strong recommendation letters from relevant referees
- ✓Follow all formatting and submission guidelines
- ✓Prepare for interviews with practice questions
- ✓Apply to multiple scholarships to increase chances
- ✓Keep track of deadlines and requirements
- ✓Submit applications well before deadlines
Don'ts
- ❌Missing application deadlines
- ❌Incomplete or incorrect application forms
- ❌Generic statements not tailored to the scholarship
- ❌Poor quality recommendation letters
- ❌Not following specific formatting requirements
- ❌Submitting without proper proofreading
- ❌Applying for scholarships you're not eligible for
- ❌Waiting until the last minute to apply
- ❌Not providing sufficient supporting documents
- ❌Ignoring scholarship terms and conditions
Frequently Asked Questions
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