Merit-Based Scholarships:
These scholarships are awarded based on a student’s academic, artistic, athletic, or other skills, often taking into account extracurricular activities and community service. Eligibility criteria differ depending on the scholarship.
Student-Specific Scholarships:
These scholarships are designed for students who meet specific criteria, such as gender, race, religion, family background, or medical history. Minority scholarships are particularly common in this category, but qualifications vary for each scholarship.
Destination-Specific Scholarships:
These are offered by specific countries to students planning to study there. Such scholarships are often provided as an incentive to attract international students to that destination. Government-sponsored travel websites are a good resource for finding these opportunities.
Program-Specific Scholarships:
These scholarships are provided by study abroad programs or the universities they are affiliated with. They are usually awarded based on academic performance or personal achievements. Students should check with their program or university to explore available options.
Subject-Specific Scholarships:
These are awarded to students studying a particular major or academic discipline. Recipients may be required to take subject-related courses or conduct research in their field while abroad. Eligibility criteria differ for each scholarship.