Scholarship
Presidential Scholarships for Foreign Students
A program funded by the Ministry of Higher Education to enhance international relations and friendship with foreign countries. It provides opportunities for international students to pursue undergraduate and postgraduate studies at Sri Lankan universities.
About this scholarship
Presidential Scholarships for Foreign Students is offered by Ministry of Higher Education, Sri Lanka for study in Sri Lanka at bachelor, master and phd level. The award is valued at Varies, provided as other support.
What the funding covers
This scholarship is classified as other funding. Applicants selected receive Varies. 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, master and phd level. No nationality restriction is recorded for this award.
Eligibility
Foreign nationals meeting the specific entry requirements of the respective Sri Lankan university.
How to apply
No fixed closing date is published, so check the provider for the current cycle. 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, master and phd
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, Sri Lanka
- Study destination
- Sri Lanka
- Award
- Varies
- Funding type
- other
- Selection basis
- Merit-based
- Study levels
- bachelor, master and phd
- Nationality
- No restriction recorded
- Deadline
- Deadline unknown
Confirm current eligibility, deadlines, and application instructions with the provider before applying.
Reference sourceSource last checked: 2026-09-21