Scholarship
President’s Special Scholarship
A government scholarship for high-achieving students who have obtained an A* grade in five subjects in their Higher Secondary or A-Level examinations. Recipients have the flexibility to pursue undergraduate studies in any field.
About this scholarship
President’s Special Scholarship is offered by Ministry of Higher Education, Labour and Skills Development for study in Maldives at bachelor level. The award is valued at Full coverage of all expenses, provided as full ride support. Funding is renewable, so it can continue across more than one year of study subject to the provider's conditions.
What the funding covers
This scholarship is classified as full ride funding. Applicants selected receive Full coverage of all expenses. Selection is merit-based, so academic and personal achievement carry the most weight.
Who can apply
The award is open to candidates applying at bachelor level. Nationality requirements apply: Maldivian.
Eligibility
Must have obtained an A* grade in five subjects including Dhivehi and Islamic Studies in A-Level examinations and passed O-Level English.
How to apply
Applications close on 2026-09-30. Requirements are set by the provider and can change between intakes, so verify each item on the official page before submitting.
Eligible study levels
bachelor
Nationality requirements
Maldivian
Funding basis
Merit-based
Some scholarship details still require source confirmation. Confirm the study destination and applicant eligibility with the provider before applying.
Key details
- Provider
- Ministry of Higher Education, Labour and Skills Development
- Study destination
- Maldives
- Eligible applicant countries
- Maldives
- Award
- Full coverage of all expenses
- Funding type
- full ride
- Selection basis
- Merit-based
- Study levels
- bachelor
- Nationality
- Maldivian
- Deadline
- Closed · 2026-09-30
- Renewable
- Yes
Confirm current eligibility, deadlines, and application instructions with the provider before applying.
Reference sourceSource last checked: 2026-11-06