Medical & Health Science Scholarships for International Students

United Kingdom • Bachelor's

Meet the Scholars | Support Future Leaders - Apply Now — The Bseisu Foundation 0 Scholars Joud UNIVERSITY OF CAMBRIDGE, 2025-2026 Joud is a Palestinian born and raised in Jerusalem, currently pursuing an MPhil in Genomic Medicine at the University of Cambridge. Read more… Rawan IMPERIAL COLLEGE LONDON, 2025-2026 Born and raised in South Lebanon, Rawan completed her Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Sciences at the American University of Beirut (AUB) as a USAID scholar. Read more… Ahmed TRINITY COLLEGE DUBLIN, 2025-2026 Ahmed was born and raised in Gaza, Palestine, where challenging circumstances shaped his character. He graduated with a BSc in Mechanical Engineering and gained fundamental subjects related to the field of energy. Read more… Mariam UNIVERSITY OF GLASGOW, 2025-2026 Mariam, a Palestinian Refugee from Saida in South Lebanon, is a Master’s student in Data Analytics at the University of Glasgow in Scotland. Read more… Mohammed BRUNEL UNIVERSITY OF LONDON, 2025-2026 Dr Mohammed Altalla is a fully qualified medical doctor and graduate of Al-Quds University (Al-Azhar branch, Gaza), with extensive clinical, academic and leadership experience across emergency medicine, primary care and medical education. Read more… Samir UNIVERSITY OF BRISTOL, 2025-2026 Born in Russia and raised in Hebron, Palestine, Samir is a passionate innovator who bridges technology, education and social impact. He is currently pursuing an MSc in Data Science for Business at the University of Bristol a

United Kingdom • Foundation

UK university scholarship for refugees and asylum seekers at King's College London (Greater London). up to £20,000 annual living cost allowance Full tuition fee waiver for the programme’s duration . Support for visa-related expenses, including the Immigration Health Surcharge (IHS). Funding for a return trip to the UK

United Kingdom • Master's, PhD

Learn more about the Gaza support initiatives taken on by the University of Leicester. You currently have JavaScript disabled in your web browser, please enable JavaScript to view our website as intended. The University has issued a statement calling for an immediate and sustainable ceasefire in Palestine and Israel. Here are some of the actions we as a University of Sanctuary community have been taking so far (some of which are still in development): We have a number of scholarships that Gazan students can apply for: Like the universities, Gaza’s hospitals have all been severely damaged or destroyed, and medical infrastructure been targeted, so there is an urgent need to support doctors (and medical students) so that they are able to return to Gaza to help rebuild the healthcare system when it is possible to do so. To this end we have developed an innovative scheme - the Displaced Student Initiative - whereby displaced medical students from Gaza and other conflict areas can complete their medical degrees as visiting students at the University of Leicester. We currently have two Gazan students studying with us via this scheme. Further information can be found through contacting Pro

Czech Republic • Master's

The Visegrad Fund's Visegrad+ Scholarships programme funds students from Eastern Partnership countries and selected developing regions (including the Middle East and North Africa) to pursue full-degree Master's studies at universities in the V4 countries (Czech Republic, Slovakia, Poland, Hungary). The scholarship covers tuition fees, monthly stipend of up to €850, travel allowance, and health insurance. Palestinian students enrolled at or applying to a V4 university are eligible to apply.

Jordan • Master's

The Jordanian Ministry of Higher Education offers scholarship seats at Jordanian public universities for students from Arab countries, including Palestine. Programs are available in engineering, medicine, sciences, humanities, and law. Jordan has a long history of hosting Palestinian students and the MOHE actively allocates scholarship seats for Palestinian students studying within Jordan. Listed regularly on Minah.

United States •

About the Fund The Dr. Samir Tuma Endowed Scholarship Fund provides scholarships to support students pursuing careers in medicine, uplifting the next generation of physicians to achieve their dreams and make contributions to the medical field. Donate to this fund Dr. Samir Tuma’s Story This fund was established by Dr. Samir Tuma , an internationally recognized physician, researcher and philanthropist. Dr. Tuma is a trailblazer in the field of nephrology, dedicating his life to advancing kidney care. Born and raised in Akka, Palestine, Dr. Tuma excelled in school, displaying the unique qualities of a future physician from a young age. He attributes his success to a scholarship he received as a student, which allowed him to continue his education. That financial support planted the seed of his commitment: if he ever had the means to support students, he would. Accomplishments in Medicine After receiving his medical degree from The Hebrew University of Jerusalem, Dr. Samir Tuma obtained a nephrology professorship at the University of Haifa. His work earned him a prestigious researcher award in 1974, which led to an invitation to an international congress of nephrology in Italy. There, he connected with leaders in the nephrology field, opening doors to opportunities in Los Angeles and, eventually, Houston, where he settled with his wife Grace. Over his career, he held critical roles at and contributed to institutions such as Park Plaza Hospital (where he served as the Academic Chief of Nephrology and the Chairman of the Board for Institutional Review), Hermann Methodist Hospital, United Memorial Medical Care-Houston, Baylor University, the University of Texas and the Association of Healthcare Management. At the time of his retirement in 2017 after over 50 years in the field, DaVita Kidney Care, where Dr. Tuma had served as the Medical Director, honored his contributions in the field by naming a competitive national award after him—the Tuma Innovation Prize in Nephrology, providing medals of honor and grants to young physicians exploring innovative solutions in nephrology. In 2024, Houston Methodist Hospital recognized his impact by naming the academic chair in nephrology after him, establishing an endowed fund to support future academic and clinical research in the field. Commitment to Giving Back Dr. Samir Tuma founded the Houston chapter of the Arab American Medical Association (AAMA) in 1979 and co-founded the National Arab American Medical Association (NAAMA) to bring Arab American physicians and medical students together with a shared mission of mentorship, professional development, and community service. He is the co-founder of the prestigious The Ben Qurrah Award for Excellence in Medicine, which is granted biannually to the best Arab physician in the world. Having faced challenges securing housing while he was a young medical student in Jerusalem, Dr. Tuma collaborated with Rice University to build student dormitories to provide housing for e

Multiple • Master's

IIE-SRF and the war in Ukraine - IIE Scholar Rescue Fund Skip to content IIE-SRF and the war in Ukraine IIE-SRF and the war in Ukraine The invasion of Ukraine by Russian forces has had a devastating impact on the country’s citizens and higher education system. As the war surpassed the one-year mark, the United Nations estimates that as many as 13 million people – including many professors and researchers – had fled the country, while millions more are internally displaced. Many of Ukraine’s universities and research institutions have been damaged or destroyed, limiting the ability of scholars remaining in the country to safely continue their work. Like earlier crises in Iraq, Syria, Venezuela, and elsewhere, Ukraine’s higher education emergency underscores the need to protect the lives and work of Ukrainian professors and researchers. These scholars are integral to the country’s knowledge production and will help rebuild what has been lost. Since the conflict began, IIE-SRF has supported 32 Ukrainian scholars, many of them women, in academic fields ranging from children’s literature to medicine to fluid mechanics. IIE-SRF continues to follow closely the events in Ukraine and the devastating impacts of the war on the academic community and country more broadly. Within this context, we are faced with the difficult decision of how to best allocate our limited resources. After careful consideration, IIE-SRF is focused on supporting fellowships undertaken in Eastern or Central Eur

Multiple countries • Master's

KAS offers scholarships to highly talented international students pursuing Master's or PhD studies in Germany. The programme supports students with commitment to democratic values and civic engagement. Palestinian and Arab students are explicitly welcome. Covers tuition, monthly stipend of EUR 934 (Master's) or EUR 1,200 (PhD), health insurance, and language courses.

United States • High School, Bachelor's, Master's, PhD

CAAP Fundholder Dr. Mohammad Othman with his mother and father The Othman Family Scholarship Fund at the Center for Arab American Philanthropy (CAAP) is in honor and a tribute to the remarkable life of Fatimah Lutfi Othman, who passed away on November 28th, 2001. Donations to this fund will support scholarship support for college-bound students at Riverside Academy in Dearborn, Michigan. Give to this fund Fatimah’s Life and Legacy Born in the town of Abu Dis, Palestine in 1927, Fatimah’s journey was one of resilience. Despite facing the challenges of living under occupation, she raised her six children, instilling in them the values of perseverance and the belief in the power of education. Among her children was Dr. Mohammad Othman, the fundholder of this scholarship fund. Dr. Othman recalls his mother’s insistence to dream big. Fatimah, though never given the opportunity to receive a formal education herself, was a huge advocate and supporter in her children’s pursuit for one. The value of persistence was certainly put to the test throughout Dr. Othman’s upbringing. The Six-Day War erupted during his formative years, yet with his mother’s encouragement and support, he went to Jordan for his high school education and later pursued his undergraduate and master studies in biology at the University of Jordan. Returning to Palestine, Dr. Othman taught at Al-Najah University in Nablus, before he got accepted to the University of Michigan in the United States, where he earned his Ph.D. at the School of Public Health. Inspired by his mother’s spirit of giving back, Dr. Othman has also served Riverside Academy board as treasurer for over 18 years. Fatimah was a pillar of her community, known for her open-door policy in Palestine, welcoming any guests into her home and showering them with her hospitality. Mission of this Fund The Othamn Family Scholarship Fund is a testament to the legacy of a remarkable woman whose love, resilience and belief in the power of education continue to inspire generations. A donation to this fund allows her legacy to live on by supporting scholarships for graduating seniors at Riverside Academy in Dearborn, Michigan. Scholarship Details This fund supports scholarship support for college-bound students at Riverside Academy in Dearborn, Michigan. Apply for scholarship

United States • Master's, PhD, Postdoc

The Dr. Adawia Alousi STEM Scholarship Fund for Muslim Women provides financial assistance to American Muslim women pursuing science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) fields in the United States. Launched at CAAP in 2016 with a $500,000 endowment, the Fund has awarded 174 scholarships totaling $480,000 over nine years. Learn about our Alousi Scholars by clicking the years below. 2025 2024 2023 2022 2021 2020 2019 2018 2017 About the Fund The Alousi Fund is the first and only one of its kind, and honors the incredible legacy of pioneering research scientist Dr. Adawia Alousi. It is the wish of the Adawia Alousi Trust that the Dr. Adawia Alousi STEM Scholarship Fund for Muslim Women at the Center for Arab American Philanthropy (CAAP) will carry on the accomplishments of this remarkable woman. In a time when self-appointed experts attempt to define the face of the modern Muslim woman, Dr. Alousi’s life reminds us it is only Muslim women who can speak about their lives, careers and choices with true authority. The Fund supports American Muslim women to obtain education within STEM fields – placing highest priority on immigrants and refugees. Dr. Alousi would be honored to welcome you into the sisterhood of scientists (and other STEM careers). Our hope is that beneficiaries of the Fund – Adawia Alousi Scholars – will rise to the top, epitomize excellence in their respective fields, and carry Dr. Alousi’s spirit of generosity forward. About Dr. Adawia Alousi Dr. Adawia Amina Alousi was born in Baghdad, Iraq in 1931 into a tight-knit family who valued education. She was the youngest girl in a family of seven children–3 sisters and 3 brothers. Her father Amin Alousi was a hydraulic engineer and insisted each of his children receive a college education. Prior to his death he left explicit instructions to his oldest son, Adawia’s brother Majid (pictured right), that he ensure each of his youngest siblings attend and graduate from college before marrying; a request which was honored. Adawia gravitated toward science and graduated from University of Baghdad with a degree in pharmacology. Dr. Adawia Alousi with brother Majid In 1958, Adawia’s brother Majid (a physician attending Harvard School of Public Health on scholarship) supported Adawia to come to the US for advanced studies. She graduated with a Master’s Degree from the University of Michigan in 1959 and subsequently went on to earn a Ph.D. in Pharmacology from the State University of New York. After completing a post-doctoral fellowship from Harvard Medical School in 1965, Dr. Alousi went on to lead a life of discovery and development in pharmacology. Her research was well-regarded which is reflected in the body of papers in esteemed medical journals including the New England Journal of Medicine, Circulation, and American Journal of Physiology . Dr. Alousi’s most rewarding work was as lead scientist and Institute Fellow of Cardiovascular Pharmacology at Sterling-Winthrop Research Institu

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Courses lasting four to six years, such as engineering, medicine are supported. Awards are given according to academic merit and socioeconomic status. They are renewed upon completion of each year, until students obtain their first university degree.

Multiple (Isdb Member Countries - 57 Countries) • Master's, Bachelor's, PhD, Master, Postdoc, Bachelor

The Islamic Development Bank Merit Scholarship Programme, prominently listed on Minah for Arabic-speaking applicants, funds postgraduate students from IsDB member countries at recognized universities worldwide. The programme supports students in STEM, economics, finance, and development-related fields. Palestinian students from IsDB member country contexts are eligible.

Multiple • Master's, PhD

Our goal is to create meaningful lives, alter the lives of those in need, and save lives. Social justice, equality and fairness, encouraging greater diversity, and a sense of pride in our towns and heritage are the guiding elements of our beliefs. Our goal is to combat poverty by educating kids, empowering women, and aiding those in need in Pakistan, the UK, and around the world. We also hope to save lives by giving people access to high-quality healthcare and clean drinking water. Contributions, alliances, and allies provide funding for our activities. The transformation we are able to implement for the British & Pakistani people is the result of thousands of people. Fill in the form below to join them. Seminar on Health risks of cousin marriages in House of Lords, London Prevention of cousin marriages and associated genetic diseases The issues surrounding cousin marriages have been well published in the last 50 years.

United Kingdom • Bachelor's, Master's

The University of Glasgow uses cookies for analytics. Find out more about our Privacy policy . privacy settings accept Necessary cookies enable core functionality. The website cannot function properly without these cookies, and can only be disabled by changing your browser preferences. Analytical cookies help us improve our website. We use Google Analytics. All data is anonymised. Clarity helps us to understand our users’ behaviour by visually representing their clicks, taps and scrolling. All data is anonymised. The Dima Alhaj Scholarship was set up in 2024 in memory of a University of Glasgow alumna. After graduating, Dima worked in Gaza with the World Health Organization as a patient administrator at the limb reconstruction centre, as part of the trauma and emergency team and was tragically killed in Gaza in November 2023. The University is offering the Dima Alhaj Scholarship to 1 undergraduate applicant and 1 postgraduate taught applicant joining us in September 2026. Please note that you must have a programme application in progress before applying for this scholarship. If you have not yet started a programme application, please submit this first and then return to complete th

China • Bachelor's, Master's, PhD

Full scholarships for international students under bilateral agreements between China and other countries. Covers tuition, accommodation, living allowance (CNY 3,000–3,500/month), and comprehensive medical insurance.

Palestine • Bachelor's, Master's

Al-Quds University (AQU) is a collegiate research university that currently offers more than 120 undergraduate and postgraduate programs. AQU provides higher education and community services within the Jerusalem area as well as the neighboring towns, villages and refugee camps in the West Bank. AQU is wide reaching with members from all over the West Bank, including from the districts of Bethlehem, Hebron, Jenin, Jericho, Nablus, Ramallah, Tulkarem, and Qalqilia. With fifteen academic faculties including Arts, Medicine, Dentistry, Law, Qur’an and Islamic Studies and Engineering, AQU has huge academic diversity and offers something for everyone. We are happy to answer all your questions and inquires, please fill the below form and we will get in touch with you as soon as possible, or visit the Admission’s Department at Student’s Affairs Complex on the Main Campus at Abu Dis Public Relations: Faculty of Science – Second Floor Main Campus, Al-Quds University Abu Dis, Palestine Public Relations Phone: (+970) 2 2790606 Public Relations Email: [email protected] Admissions Phone: (+970) 2 2756200 Admissions Email: [email protected]

United Kingdom • Bachelor's

The University of Leeds offers International Excellence Scholarships to high-achieving international students admitted to Master's programmes. Awards reduce tuition fees by 10–25%. Leeds is ranked in the global top 100 and is particularly strong in engineering, business, medicine, and social sciences. Palestinian and MENA students are actively welcomed.

Palestine • Bachelor's

The Palestine Students' Scholarship Fund (PSSF) awards scholarships to Palestinian students through AlQuds University. Award amount: $2,000 per year. Apply directly through your university. If you qualify and meet all requirements, your university will submit your name to PSSF for selection. Applications are NOT accepted directly through the PSSF website. Enhanced award for medicine programme applicants.

United Kingdom • Master's

The scholarship will support students whose work reflects Dr Alrayyes’ determination and perseverance, including his dedication to helping others through advancing and improving health outcomes.…

Multiple countries • Master's

Millions of vulnerable Lebanese and Palestinian and Syrian refugees are at risk and in need of relief. Donate to help Lebanon today. Anera has worked in Lebanon since the 1970s, delivering humanitarian relief and long-term development programs to Lebanese communities, Palestinian refugees and Syrian refugees. Today, as Lebanon faces economic collapse and an escalating war, Anera is responding with emergency relief that includes food, medical aid and essential supplies while continuing programs that help communities recover and rebuild. Lebanon is facing one of the most severe economic crises in the world. Since late 2019, the country’s financial system has collapsed, pushing approximately three-quarters of the population below the poverty line. At the same time, a rapidly escalating war has deepened the crisis. Airstrikes, ground fighting and evacuation orders have displaced large numbers of people in a short period of time.Across Lebanon: Even before this escalation, most families were already struggling to meet basic needs. The current situation has made daily life even more difficult. Recovery efforts remain limited, leaving humanitarian organizations like Anera to support commu

United States • Master's

The Austrian Agency for Education and Internationalisation (ÖAD) administers Government of Austria Scholarships for students from developing countries to pursue postgraduate study or research in Austria. Awards cover tuition, a monthly grant of €1,050, health insurance, and travel costs. Austria has maintained a strong development partnership with Palestinian institutions through the Austrian Development Agency (ADA).

Jordan •

Academic merit; Palestinian students from refugee camps prioritised. Amount: Partial tuition waiver (merit + need). Deadline: July–August

Malaysia • Master's

OIC Muslim students; Palestine specifically covered; merit + Islamic values. Amount: 50% tuition waiver + dormitory. Deadline: March and September

Turkey • Bachelor's

Fully-funded Turkish government undergraduate scholarship: tuition, monthly stipend, accommodation, health insurance, return flights and a year of Turkish language. Welcomes Palestinian and Arab applicants.

Italy • Master's

The University of Trento offers fully funded International Scholarships for exceptional students admitted to its PhD and research Master's programmes. Trento is consistently ranked among Italy's top universities for research quality, particularly in computer science, physics, law, and social sciences. The scholarship includes tuition fee waiver, monthly stipend, and health insurance.

Hungary • Master's

Public Health at University of Debrecen, Master-level programme, taught in English, in Debrecen, lasting 3 semesters, (Faculty of Health Sciences). Available under the Stipendium Hungaricum scholarship programme (tuition exemption, monthly stipend, accommodation contribution, medical insurance).

Hungary • Bachelor's

Recreation Management and Health Promotion at Széchenyi István University, Bachelor-level programme, taught in English, in Győr, lasting 6 semesters, (Faculty of Health and Sport Sciences). Available under the Stipendium Hungaricum scholarship programme (tuition exemption, monthly stipend, accommodation contribution, medical insurance).

India • Bachelor's, Master's, PhD

ICCR's dedicated scholarship programme for students from Africa, Asia, and Latin America. Provides fully funded places at Indian universities across a wide range of disciplines. Includes free tuition, hostel accommodation, monthly living allowance, and medical insurance.

Hungary • PhD

Doctoral School of History [Arts and Humanities] at Pázmány Péter Catholic University, PhD-level programme, taught in English, in Budapest, lasting 8 semesters, (Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences). Available under the Stipendium Hungaricum scholarship programme (tuition exemption, monthly stipend, accommodation contribution, medical insurance).

United States • Master's, PhD

Fully-funded PhD fellowships covering tuition, stipend, and health insurance for 5 years. Open across all Columbia graduate schools. International students are eligible and regularly receive awards. One of the top research universities globally.

Hungary • Master's

Public Policy and Management at Corvinus University of Budapest, Master-level programme, taught in English, in Budapest, lasting 4 semesters, (Institute of Economic and Public Policy). Available under the Stipendium Hungaricum scholarship programme (tuition exemption, monthly stipend, accommodation contribution, medical insurance).

United Kingdom • Bachelor's, Master's, PhD

Fully-funded PhD scholarships at Imperial covering tuition fees, stipend (~£21,000/year), and research costs for 3.5 years. Open across all departments in Engineering, Natural Sciences, Medicine, and Business. Highly competitive — approximately 50 awards per year.

Hungary • PhD

Doctoral School of Linguistics (Romance Linguistics in French, Italian or Spanish, and in English) at University of Szeged, PhD-level programme, taught in French, in Szeged, lasting 8 semsters semesters, (Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences). Available under the Stipendium Hungaricum scholarship programme (tuition exemption, monthly stipend, accommodation contribution, medical insurance).

Hungary • Master's

Quantum Engineering at Pázmány Péter Catholic University, Master-level programme, taught in English, in Budapest, lasting 1+4 semesters, (Faculty of Information Technology and Bionics). Available under the Stipendium Hungaricum scholarship programme (tuition exemption, monthly stipend, accommodation contribution, medical insurance).

United States • Master's, PhD

Princeton provides full funding to all admitted PhD students: full tuition, stipend (~$40,000/year), and health insurance for the expected duration of the programme. International students from all countries are eligible.

Hungary • PhD

Doctoral School of Linguistics (Altaic Studies in English) at University of Szeged, PhD-level programme, taught in English, in Szeged, lasting 8 semsters semesters, (Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences). Available under the Stipendium Hungaricum scholarship programme (tuition exemption, monthly stipend, accommodation contribution, medical insurance).