2027 Guide
Scholarships for Palestinian Students 2027
Every major scholarship open to Palestinian students in 2027, organised by country and deadline — so you can build your application shortlist months in advance.
Full scholarship list: Palestinians 2027
Palestinian-specific awards first, then by funding coverage.
| Scholarship | Level | Funding | Usually closes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's (12) | |||
| UNRWA ESSP Scholarship (2025–2026) · For Palestinians | Bachelor's | Not stated | Not confirmed |
| Hani Qaddumi Scholarship Foundation Undergraduate Scholarship · For Palestinians | Bachelor's | Fully funded | Not confirmed |
| PSSF Medical Scholarship — AlQuds University (Jerusalem) · For Palestinians | Bachelor's | Partial | Not confirmed |
| UNRWA Scholarships — Palestinian Refugees in Lebanon · For Palestinians | Bachelor's | Fully funded | Not confirmed |
| PADICO Holding Education Fund · For Palestinians | Bachelor's | Partial | Not confirmed |
| Palestinian Scholars Program (PSP) – Georgetown University in Qatar · For Palestinians | Bachelor's | Fully funded | Usually May (estimated) |
| AFRP Scholarship for Students of Ramallah Descent · For Palestinians | Bachelor's | Not stated | Not confirmed |
| Sijal Palestine Scholarship · For Palestinians | Bachelor's, Certificate | Fully funded | Not confirmed |
| PSSF Scholarship — Palestine Technical University-Kadoorie (Tulkarm) · For Palestinians | Bachelor's | Partial | Not confirmed |
| Anera Higher Education Support — Gaza Emergency · For Palestinians | Bachelor's | Partial | Not confirmed |
| Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung (KAS) — Sur Place M.A. Scholarship (Palestinian Territories and neighbouring countries) · For Palestinians | Bachelor's | Partial | Not confirmed |
| Welfare Association Higher Education Scholarship Programme · For Palestinians | Bachelor's | Partial | Not confirmed |
| Master's (11) | |||
| DAAD In-Country Scholarships for Palestinians — Master's in the West Bank · For Palestinians | Master's | Fully funded | Usually August (estimated) |
| University of Strathclyde – Sanctuary Scholarship for Palestinian Students · For Palestinians | Master's | Full tuition | Usually March (estimated) |
| University of Sheffield – Gaza-Palestine Postgraduate Taught Scholarship · For Palestinians | Master's | Fully funded | Usually May (estimated) |
| International Visegrad Fund — Visegrad Scholarship at the College of Europe · For Palestinians | Master's | Fully funded | Not confirmed |
| DAAD Study Scholarships for Graduates of All Disciplines · For Palestinians | Master's | Fully funded | Usually August (estimated) |
| Dr Maisara Alrayyes Scholarship · For Palestinians | Master's | Fully funded | Not confirmed |
| Durham Palestine Educational Trust : Apply for an IELTS Fee Scholarship - Durham University · For Palestinians | Master's | Not stated | Not confirmed |
| University of Sussex – Scholarships for Palestine 2026 · For Palestinians | Master's | Fully funded | Usually June (estimated) |
| Education Above All–Qatar Scholarship at Al-Quds Bard College (BA and Master of Arts in Teaching) · For Palestinians | Master's | Partial | Not confirmed |
| UNRWA-EU Partnership Scholarship (Erasmus+ linked) · For Palestinians | Master's | Living costs | Not confirmed |
| Anera Education & Scholarship Programs · For Palestinians | Master's | Partial | Not confirmed |
| Several levels (10) | |||
| University of Stirling – Higher Education Scholarships for Palestinians (HESPAL) · For Palestinians | Bachelor's, Master's, PhD | Fully funded | Usually February (estimated) |
| Oxford Brookes University – Gaza Scholarship · For Palestinians | Bachelor's, Master's | Not stated | Not confirmed |
| Goldsmiths Palestinian Scholarship · For Palestinians | Bachelor's, Master's | Fully funded | Next round |
| Commonwealth Scholarship · For Palestinians | Master's, PhD | Fully funded | Not confirmed |
| University of Alberta – Disrupted and Displaced Palestinian Student Tuition Support (domestic tuition rates) · For Palestinians | Bachelor's, Master's, PhD | Partial | Not confirmed |
| University of Leicester – Gaza & HESPAL Scholarships · For Palestinians | Master's, PhD | Not stated | Not confirmed |
| Ulster University – Salam Scholarships · For Palestinians | Bachelor's, Master's | Not stated | Not confirmed |
| IUPALS - Italian Universities for Palestinian Students (CRUI) · For Palestinians | Bachelor's, Master's | Fully funded | Not confirmed |
| France Excellence Scholarship for Students from Gaza · For Palestinians | Master's, PhD | Fully funded | Not confirmed |
| University of Bristol Sanctuary and Scholarship Support · For Palestinians | Bachelor's, Master's, PhD | Not stated | Not confirmed |
| Other programmes (3) | |||
| Saïd Rhodes Scholarships · For Palestinians | Not stated | Not confirmed | |
| Scholarships FAQ · For Palestinians | Not stated | Not confirmed | |
| France Excellence Scholarships for Palestinian Students · For Palestinians | Fully funded | Not confirmed | |
Key 2027 deadlines
Each round reopens every year; the current date is on each programme's official page.
| Programme | Deadline | Destination | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Türkiye Burslari | February 2027 | Turkey | UG / Master's / PhD |
| ISDB Scholarship | Jan – Mar 2027 | OIC member states | Master's / PhD |
| KGSP (Korea) | September 2026 | South Korea | UG / Master's / PhD |
| Chevening | November 2026 | UK | Master's |
| DAAD EPOS | Oct – Nov 2026 | Germany | Master's / PhD |
| Heinrich Böll Foundation | March 2027 | Germany | Master's / PhD |
All six are fully funded.
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More about scholarships for Palestinians in 2027
2027 opportunities by country
This guide covers the main 2027 scholarship opportunities for Palestinian students by destination: Germany, Turkey, South Korea, UK, and multilateral programmes. Each entry notes funding coverage, deadlines, and Palestinian eligibility.
- Germany — DAAD EPOS and Heinrich Böll Foundation remain open to Palestinian students. No IELTS required for most DAAD tracks. Deadline: October–November 2026.
- Turkey — Türkiye Burslari 2027 applications open in January. Covers full tuition, housing, and monthly stipend. Palestinian nationals consistently qualify.
- South Korea — KGSP (Korean Government Scholarship) for 2027 opens in August 2026. Full funding including flights and monthly allowance.
- UK — Chevening 2026–27 closes November 2025. Commonwealth Scholarships are not open to Palestinian citizens: Palestine is not on the official list of eligible countries.
- Multilateral — ISDB opens November for January–March 2027 deadlines. Gaza emergency track remains active.
- Humanitarian — IIE Scholar Rescue Fund and Education Cannot Wait (ECW) run continuous cycles for students in active conflict zones.
How to apply in 2027
- Start preparing for 2027 scholarships in mid-2026. KGSP and Chevening applications for 2027 intake open as early as August 2026.
- For Türkiye Burslari 2027, strong motivation letters referencing your contribution to Palestinian community development significantly improve outcomes.
- DAAD EPOS applications are strongest when framed around development or post-conflict reconstruction — prepare a clear research and career plan.
- Gather documents (transcripts, language certificates, references) by October 2026 to cover all November–February deadlines.
- If you are in Gaza or the West Bank, IIE SRF and ECW accept emergency applications independently of the annual cycle.
Frequently asked questions
- What scholarships are available for Palestinian students in 2027?
- The main fully funded options for 2027 intake are: ISDB, KGSP, Türkiye Burslari, DAAD EPOS, Chevening, and DAFI. Most applications open in late 2026. Use ScholarPal to track exact opening dates.
- When should Palestinian students start applying for 2027 scholarships?
- Start in August 2026. KGSP and Chevening open August–September. DAAD opens October. ISDB opens November. Türkiye Burslari opens January 2027. Preparing documents by July 2026 gives you time for all cycles.
- Are there fully funded undergraduate scholarships for Palestinians in 2027?
- Yes. Türkiye Burslari and ISDB cover undergraduate level. Gulf bilateral agreements include undergraduate seats. DAFI (UNHCR) covers undergraduate study for Palestinian refugees.
- Do I need IELTS for 2027 Palestinian scholarships?
- Not always. Türkiye Burslari requires no IELTS. ISDB accepts university-administered tests. DAAD accepts Duolingo for certain tracks. Use the no-IELTS filter on ScholarPal to find every IELTS-free option.