Pursuing higher education abroad is a dream for many, but language proficiency tests like TOEFL or IELTS often pose significant hurdles. Fortunately, numerous fully funded scholarships for the 2024/2025 academic year do not require these tests, offering alternative pathways for international students. Below is a curated list of ten such scholarships, complete with hyperlinks to their official websites for detailed information.
1. Shanghai Government Scholarship
The Shanghai Government Scholarship offers fully funded opportunities for international students to pursue undergraduate, master's, and Ph.D. programs in Shanghai's top universities. Applicants can provide alternative proof of English proficiency, such as a certificate from their previous institution confirming that the medium of instruction was English.
2. Taiwan International Graduate Program (TIGP) Scholarship
The Taiwan International Graduate Program (TIGP) Scholarship provides fully funded scholarships for international students aiming to pursue master's and doctoral degrees in Taiwan. The program accepts alternative proofs of English proficiency, allowing students without TOEFL or IELTS scores to apply.
3. Nanjing University Scholarship
Nanjing University offers fully funded scholarships for bachelor's, master's, and Ph.D. programs to international students. Applicants can submit an English proficiency certificate from their previous institution instead of TOEFL or IELTS scores.
4. University of Brunei Darussalam Scholarship
The University of Brunei Darussalam Scholarship provides fully funded opportunities for international students to pursue bachelor's, master's, or Ph.D. programs at the University of Brunei Darussalam. The university accepts alternative proofs of English proficiency, facilitating applications without TOEFL or IELTS scores.
5. ANSO Scholarship in China
The Alliance of International Science Organizations (ANSO) Scholarship offers fully funded scholarships for master's and Ph.D. programs in China. Applicants can provide alternative English proficiency proofs, making TOEFL or IELTS scores unnecessary.
6. Hokkaido University Scholarship in Japan
Hokkaido University offers fully funded scholarships for master's and Ph.D. programs. The university accepts alternative proofs of English proficiency, allowing students to apply without TOEFL or IELTS scores.
7. Toyohashi University Scholarship in Japan
Toyohashi University of Technology provides fully funded scholarships for master's and doctoral programs. Applicants can submit alternative English proficiency proofs, eliminating the need for TOEFL or IELTS scores.
8. Azerbaijan Government Scholarship
The Azerbaijan Government Scholarship offers fully funded scholarships for undergraduate, graduate, doctoral, and general medicine/residency programs. Applicants can provide alternative English proficiency proofs, making TOEFL or IELTS scores unnecessary.
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9. Hamad Bin Khalifa University Scholarship
Hamad Bin Khalifa University in Qatar offers fully funded scholarships for bachelor's, master's, and Ph.D. programs. The university accepts alternative proofs of English proficiency, facilitating applications without TOEFL or IELTS scores.
10. Korean Government Scholarship Program (KGSP)
The Korean Government Scholarship Program (KGSP) offers fully funded scholarships for undergraduate, master's, and Ph.D. programs. Applicants can provide alternative English proficiency proofs, allowing them to apply without TOEFL or IELTS scores.
These scholarships provide excellent opportunities for international students to pursue higher education without the barrier of TOEFL or IELTS scores. Applicants are encouraged to review the specific requirements and deadlines of each scholarship program to ensure eligibility and timely submission of applications.
For more information on scholarships and application processes, visit Zilgist's Scholarships section.
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