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Sweden adds Iraq to eligible countries for prestigious SI Master's scholarship program
Stockholm, Sweden ( – The Swedish Institute has officially added Iraq to its list of eligible countries for the prestigious SI Scholarship for Global Professionals, opening a major opportunity for Iraqis to pursue fully funded Master's degree programs in Sweden. The announcement was made by the Embassy of the Republic of Iraq in Sweden.
Dr. Mohammed Adnan, Iraq's Chargé d'Affaires in Sweden, welcomed the decision, telling SWED 24 it represents the culmination of efforts by the Iraqi Foreign Ministry and the embassy to enhance bilateral relations in scientific and cultural fields.
Dr. Adnan urged interested Iraqi students seeking to develop their skills to apply, highlighting the high academic standards of Swedish universities. The scholarship program is a key part of Sweden's international development cooperation.
According to the Swedish Institute's official website, the application period for the 2026-2027 academic year is scheduled to open in the autumn of 2025. This inclusion marks a significant step in strengthening academic and cultural ties between Iraq and Sweden.
