Finding funding for studies at the KIT Institute can be challenging. Prospective students should explore various scholarship options and apply early to improve their chances, as many agencies offer limited scholarships annually. Early applications are crucial due to the lengthy process. This post provides a list of scholarship and funding opportunities available at the KIT Royal Tropical Institute for financial support.
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Why Apply to Study at the KIT Royal Tropical Institute?
Studying at KIT Royal Tropical Institute puts you at one of the top hubs for innovative public health in Europe.
Graduates become part of a global network of physicians, researchers, and policymakers who are making significant contributions to government agencies, non-governmental organisations, and international health organisations.
This is your chance to apply and have an effect if you have aspirations of promoting healthcare equity and influencing global health policies.
Scholarship & Funding Opportunities – KIT Royal Tropical Institute
| Scholarship / Funding Agency | Eligible Courses | Eligible Countries / Regions | Application Period | More Information / Notes |
| Japan / World Bank Graduate Scholarship Programme (JJ/WBGS) | MSc in Public Health and Health Equity | World Bank member countries (mostly low & middle income) | Pre-selection closes 5 Jan 2026 (8:00 Dutch time) | Apply under Vrije Universiteit/KIT; Academic admission required |
| KIT Fund | Master in Public Health and Health Equity | Low- & middle-income countries | Opens likely Jan 2026 | Partial/full scholarships; preference for partial funding; priority for applicants from Indonesia, MENA, SRHR & Fragile States |
| Lutfia Rabbani Foundation / KIT Fund Joint Scholarship | MSc in Public Health and Health Equity | Arab countries: Algeria, Bahrain, Egypt, Iraq, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Libya, Morocco, Oman, Palestine, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Sudan, Syria, Tunisia, UAE, Yemen | Expected Jan 2026 | Joint support for Arab-region healthcare professionals; Academic admission required |
| Aga Khan Foundation International Scholarship Programme | Postgraduate (any discipline relevant to development) | Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Egypt, India, Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda, Pakistan, Mozambique, Tajikistan, Syria, etc. | Opens Jan 2025 | Apply via local office; KIT admission must be ready before applying |
| MENA Scholarship Programme (MSP) | Feminist Edge – Professional Dev. Programme for Gender Trainers | Algeria, Egypt, Iran, Iraq, Jordan, Lebanon, Libya, Morocco, Syria, Oman, Tunisia, Sudan, Mauritania | Scholarship deadline 20 May 2025 (Academic admission by 13 May 2025) | Apply first for academic admission; details differ per country (visit Nuffic website) |
| UAF (Refugee Support Netherlands) | Study & Work Development | Refugees in the Netherlands | Not specified | Offers financial, advisory, and networking support |
| UNESCO – L’Oréal For Women in Science Fellowship | Life Sciences | Female researchers (various countries) | Annual | National-level application via UNESCO National Commissions |
| Rotary Foundation Global Scholarships | Various (Undergraduate, Graduate, Vocational) | Global | Rolling | Apply through local Rotary offices |
| Bilateral Development Agencies (DFID, DANIDA, NORAD, SIDA) | Development-related programs | Developing countries | Varies by agency | Check embassy or donor agency in your home country |
| OKP–LPDP StuNed Joint Scholarship (Indonesia) | MSc in Public Health & Health Equity | Indonesia | Likely Feb–Mar (TBC) | Monitor Nuffic website for updates; academic admission required |
| Higher Education Commission (HEC) – Pakistan | Foreign postgraduate studies | Pakistan | Varies | Visit HEC website for details |
| CMB Next Generation Fellowships (China) | Health Policy & Systems Sciences | China | Likely Nov 2025 | Apply directly; may require KIT special permission |
| Bolashak Scholarship (Kazakhstan) | International Master’s study | Kazakhstan | Varies | Funded by Kazakhstan government; apply via Bolashak website |
| Thai Government Scholarship | Postgraduate abroad | Thailand | Varies | Sponsored by Thai government for top students |
| Anandamahidol Foundation (Thailand) | Postgraduate (any field) | Thailand | Varies | Founded by Thai King; aims at nation development |
| K.C. Mahindra Education Trust (India) | Postgraduate (various fields) | India | Deadline January (annual) | Interest-free loans and scholarships |
| JN Tata Endowment Fund (India) | Postgraduate / PhD / Postdoc abroad | India | Annual | Loan scholarships; for Indian university graduates |
| Ghana Education Trust Fund (GETFund) | Postgraduate abroad | Ghana | Annual | Visit getfund.gov.gh |
| Fulbright Program | Graduate study, research, and teaching | Global (esp. U.S. exchange) | Annual | Visit Fulbright Program website |
| FIDERH (Mexico) | Postgraduate | Mexico | Varies | Student loan program by Banco de México |
| Becas Magdalena O. Vda. De Brockman (Mexico) | Postgraduate | Mexico | Annual | Visit official website for info |
| JASON Scholarships (Australia) | Postgraduate abroad | Australia | Annual | Visit JASON website |
| Mullerfonds | Master programs (abroad or NL) | Netherlands & Suriname | Varies | Visit official website |
| Dr LA Buma Stichting | Master study abroad | Netherlands (Friesland) | Varies | For Dutch students |
| Stichting Bekker-La Bastide | Masters/Research | Netherlands | Varies | For Dutch students lacking financial means |
| Prins Bernhard Cultuurfonds | Study/research abroad | Netherlands | Annual | For culture, nature, and health-related fields |
| Fundatie van Renswoude | Masters/Research | Netherlands & Suriname | Varies | Visit official website |
| Kosovo – Young Cells Scheme (EU) | Postgraduate (Public Administration) | Kosovo | Annual | EU-funded; aims to strengthen public administration |
How to Apply:
- First, apply for admission at KIT Royal Tropical Institute.
- Once admitted, apply for the KIT Fund Scholarship during the open application period.
- Applications are submitted online via the official KIT Fund portal.
- Applicants must provide proof of admission, a motivation letter, and evidence of additional funding (for partial scholarships).
Visit the Award Webpage for Details:
👉 KIT Fund Scholarships 2026–2027 | KIT Royal Tropical Institute

