What this page covers
Browse economics scholarships pre-filtered for MENA students, including development economics and international economics.
- Development economics scholarships favour applicants from developing and conflict-affected regions.
- Many central bank and government-funded scholarships target economics students specifically.
- World Bank, IMF, and bilateral government scholarships are strong options for economics graduates.
Economics tips
- Quantitative skills (statistics, econometrics) significantly strengthen scholarship applications.
- GRE Quant score of 160+ is often expected for top economics scholarships in the USA.
- European programmes (ERASMUS+, DAAD) do not require GRE and welcome MENA economics students.
Economics scholarships
Development economics, international economics, and political economy.
Frequently asked questions
Can I study economics without GRE?
Yes. German, French, and UK programmes (except a few) do not require GRE for economics Master's applications.
Are there economics scholarships specifically for Palestinians?
Yes. The Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) and several Gulf scholarships fund economics students from OIC member states, including Palestine.
Explore related scholarships
Ready to find your scholarship?
Browse live results or create a free account for personalised matches.
Already have an account? Sign in