Great news for Afghan women seeking international education. The Maria Rosario Lazzati Niada Scholarship for 2027-2028 is now open. This postgraduate scholarship was created to support talented Afghan women with a university degree who want to advance their studies in international relations and development.
Successful applicants will enroll in a master’s program at the prestigious Geneva Graduate Institute in Switzerland, gaining access to academic, diplomatic, and international career opportunities.
Scholarship Overview
The Maria Rosario Lazzati Niada Scholarship is a two-year scholarship designed for master’s study.
• Host Institution: Geneva Graduate Institute, Switzerland
• Program: Master’s programmes in International Relations and Development
• Duration: 2 years (renewable after first year based on performance report)
• Annual Value: 25,000 Swiss Francs
• Deadline: October 26, 2026
• Eligible Group: Afghan women only
This scholarship was established in memory of Maria Rosario Lazzati Niada, with a mission to broaden access to higher education for Afghan women due to current restrictions on women’s education in Afghanistan.
Eligibility Criteria
To be considered for this opportunity, you must:
• Be an Afghan woman with a completed university degree.
• Have a strong academic record.
• Be interested in pursuing a master programme at Geneva Graduate Institute.
• Provide an English proficiency certificate.
• Be able to provide two academic references when requested. No academic references are needed at the initial application stage.
Required Documents
Applicants should prepare the following documents:
• A motivation letter explaining: Why you are applying for the Maria Rosario Lazzati Niada scholarship, which Geneva Graduate Institute master programme you want to apply to and why you chose the Institute, your financial needs, and your post-graduation plans.
• A detailed Curriculum Vitae (CV).
• Copy of university diplomas and all qualifications obtained.
• Official academic transcripts showing all coursework, with grades and credit values.
How to Apply
Interested applicants should visit the official application portal via the click here to apply button below.
My Tip for you:
When writing your motivation letter, clearly link your future career goal to helping Afghan communities or working in international NGOs, diplomacy, or global development. This aligns with the scholarship’s core mission and will make your application stand out.
Need help with resource to help you be prepared for this scholarship? Explore our resources guides below.
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