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International Scholarships - AKDN What We Do Developing Human Capacity Education International Scholarships AKDN AKDN This page is also available in 0 The Aga Khan Foundation’s International Scholarship Programme Overview The Aga Khan Foundation’s International Scholarship Programme (AKF ISP) is an opportunity for outstanding scholars from selected countries*, who have no other means of financing their studies, to pursue postgraduate education. Established in 1969 by His Late Highness Aga Khan IV, the AKF ISP has supported more than 1,500 students to date. Award recipients are selected through a global, annual, and competitive application process. The AKF ISP offers a limited number of new awards in each cycle. The 2026-2027 application cycle is now closed. The next cycle will open in early 2027. * For example, the AKF ISP is available in Afghanistan, Australia, Bangladesh, Egypt, India, Kenya, the Kyrgyz Republic, Madagascar, Mozambique, New Zealand, Pakistan, Syria, Tajikistan, Tanzania and Uganda. In countries, such as Canada, Portugal and the USA, applications are accepted from those who are originally from one of the countries listed above. At this time, the AKF ISP is not available to students who wish to study in the United Kingdom or Russia. Eligibility Criteria To be eligible for an AKF ISP award, you must: have excellent academic records; hold a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent training/professional experience; demonstrate genuine financial need**; demonstrate a thou
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Improving the quality of life - AKDN Aga Khan Schools celebrates IB Class of 2026, signs higher education partnerships Learn more Aga Khan Schools celebrates IB Class of 2026, signs higher education partnerships Learn more From small ideas to sustainable businesses in Afghanistan Learn more From small ideas to sustainable businesses in Afghanistan Learn more The new face of entrepreneurship in the Kyrgyz Republic The new face of entrepreneurship in the Kyrgyz Republic Learn more The new face of entrepreneurship in the Kyrgyz Republic Learn more All crises bring opportunities. This could be the silver lining to “aid austerity” Learn more All crises bring opportunities. This could be the silver lining to “aid austerity” Learn more His Highness the Aga Khan concludes visit to Germany Learn more His Highness the Aga Khan concludes visit to Germany Learn more From dialogue to development Learn more From dialogue to development Learn more In Brief Bite-size updates from across AKDN More June 2026 Prince Hussain Aga Khan gives keynote at Clean Oceans Forum The Royal Commonwealth Society held the Commonwealth Clean Oceans Forum 2026 at the Ismaili Centre, South Kensington, as part of London Climate Action Week, with a panel on ocean plastic pollution. June 2026 Aga Khan Scientific Conference calls for evidence-based care in Tanzania The inaugural two-day forum , jointly organised by Aga Khan University and Aga Khan Hospital, Dar es Salaam, brought together nearly 300 health professionals to examine how research, innovation and education can improve patient outcomes. June 2026 AKDN opens Accelerate Prosperity programme in Syria AKDN has launched the Accelerate Prosperity (AP) Syria programme in Damascus , giving entrepreneurs, start-ups and small businesses mentoring, technical support and links to finance and markets. AP Syria emphasises opportunities for young people and women. June 2026 Serena Hotels completes solar rollout across its seven Kenya properties In East Africa, Serena's solar installations have generated 14.2 million kWh and cut 9,539 tonnes of CO2 since 2017 . All seven of Serena's Kenya properties now have solar installations. Tanzania's lodges and camps follow in 2026/27. May 2026 Aga Khan Schools partners with Murdoch University Dubai The Aga Khan Schools and Murdoch University Dubai have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to expand international higher education opportunities and collaborative learning pathways for students across the Aga Khan Schools, as part of a wider set of university partnerships spanning Canada, India, the UAE and the US. May 2026 RAIC names Aga Khan Award director an Honorary Fellow Farrokh Derakhshani, Director of the Aga Khan Award for Architecture , received one of RAIC's highest honours in Vancouver on 6 May for his decades shaping global architectural discourse. April 2026 AKTC media catalogue now freely available online The catalogue provides free online access to films, images, educational lectures and presentations, journals, brochures, and publications. April 2026 AKDN signs water agreement with Syria AKDN signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Syria’s Ministry of Energy to strengthen cooperation on water and sanitation. The partnership will help rehabilitate and modernise water infrastructure, while integrating renewable energy. Improving the Quality of Life The Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN) is dedicated to improving the quality of life of those in need, mainly in Asia and Africa, irrespective of their origin, faith, or gender. Our multifaceted development approach aims to help communities and individuals become self-reliant. 14 million We provide care to more than 14 million people each year. 844,000 AKDN reached over 844,000 learners in 2025. 60 million+ In 2025 AKDN provided financial services to over 60 million people. 14 million We provide care to more than 14 million people each year. 844,000 AKDN reached over 844,000 learners in 2025. 60 million+ In 2025 AKDN provi…
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What is the International Scholarships - AKDN?
International Scholarships - AKDN What We Do Developing Human Capacity Education International Scholarships AKDN AKDN This page is also available in 0 The Aga Khan Foundation’s International Scholarship Programme Overview The Aga Khan Foundation’s International Scholarship Programme (AKF ISP) is an opportunity for outstanding scholars from selected countries*, who have no other means of financing their studies, to pursue postgraduate education. Established in 1969 by His Late Highness Aga Khan IV, the AKF ISP has supported more than 1,500 students to date. Award recipients are selected through a global, annual, and competitive application process. The AKF ISP offers a limited number of new awards in each cycle. The 2026-2027 application cycle is now closed. The next cycle will open in early 2027. * For example, the AKF ISP is available in Afghanistan, Australia, Bangladesh, Egypt, India, Kenya, the Kyrgyz Republic, Madagascar, Mozambique, New Zealand, Pakistan, Syria, Tajikistan, Tanzania and Uganda. In countries, such as Canada, Portugal and the USA, applications are accepted from those who are originally from one of the countries listed above. At this time, the AKF ISP is not available to students who wish to study in the United Kingdom or Russia. Eligibility Criteria To be eligible for an AKF ISP award, you must: have excellent academic records; hold a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent training/professional experience; demonstrate genuine financial need**; demonstrate a thou
Who can apply for the International Scholarships - AKDN?
Students pursuing Bachelor's degrees can apply. International students are eligible.
What is the application deadline?
Please check the official scholarship website for current application deadlines.
How much funding does this scholarship provide?
Funding amounts vary. Check the official website for detailed financial information.
What are the requirements?
Requirements vary. Please check the official scholarship website for detailed eligibility criteria.
How competitive is this scholarship?
The International Scholarships - AKDN has an acceptance rate of approximately 19.950000000000003%. This is a highly competitive scholarship.
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