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Scholarships Without IELTS or English Test Requirements

For many students, IELTS is the biggest application barrier. ScholarPal uses existing language-policy fields to surface scholarships that accept alternatives such as Duolingo, MOI waivers, or no English test at all.

0 scholarships currently match these English-test alternatives.

How this page helps

This page groups together scholarships that reduce or remove the need for IELTS by accepting alternative proof of English proficiency.

  • Duolingo-accepted scholarships are included when the data explicitly confirms it.
  • MOI-waiver opportunities are highlighted because they are especially relevant across MENA student profiles.
  • Programs that do not require a language test are surfaced separately from alternative-test programs.

What to prepare

  • Check each scholarship detail page to confirm whether alternatives apply to your degree level and nationality.
  • Prepare MOI or school-language documentation early if you plan to rely on a waiver instead of IELTS.
  • Use country pages to compare English-test flexibility across destinations before investing in exams.

Scholarships with English-test flexibility

Look for Duolingo, MOI-waiver, or no-test-required signals before spending time on exams.

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Frequently asked questions

Which scholarships do not require IELTS in 2026?

DAAD EPOS, Türkiye Bursları, and ISDB scholarships accept MOI letters or Duolingo instead of IELTS. Chevening and some Erasmus Mundus programmes offer conditional admission — you can apply first and submit test scores later.

What is an MOI waiver and which scholarships accept it?

An MOI (Medium of Instruction) letter from your previous university confirms your prior education was in English. Scholarships that accept MOI include many UK sanctuary-university programmes, DAAD EPOS, and several Turkish universities. It is the fastest English proof if you already hold one.

Does no IELTS mean no English proof at all?

Not always. Some scholarships accept Duolingo, some accept MOI letters, and some require a pre-sessional language course. Always verify the exact requirement on the scholarship detail page before applying.

Are Duolingo-accepted scholarships included here?

Yes. ScholarPal includes scholarships where the data explicitly shows Duolingo acceptance. Filter by "Accepts Duolingo" in the scholarships page or use the dedicated Duolingo page for a curated list.