Top 10 Scholarships for Sri Lankan Students to Study Abroad in 2025

Funding Your Dream Education

One of the biggest concerns for Sri Lankan students planning to study abroad is the cost. The good news? There are numerous scholarships specifically available for Sri Lankan students that can significantly reduce — or even completely cover — your education expenses. Here are the top 10 scholarships you should apply for in 2025.

1. Chevening Scholarship (UK)

The UK government's flagship scholarship program offers full tuition, living allowance, and travel costs for one-year Master's programs. Open to Sri Lankan professionals with 2+ years of work experience. Deadline: Typically November each year.

2. Commonwealth Scholarship (UK)

Funded by the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office, this covers full tuition, airfare, and living allowance for students from Commonwealth countries including Sri Lanka. Available for Master's and PhD programs.

3. GREAT Scholarship (UK)

Worth £10,000 towards tuition fees at participating UK universities. Available for Sri Lankan students across various disciplines. This scholarship is specifically designed for students from selected countries.

4. Lester B. Pearson Scholarship (Canada)

The University of Toronto's flagship scholarship covers full tuition, books, accommodation, and living costs for four years. One of the most prestigious international scholarships, awarded to exceptional students worldwide.

5. Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarship

CAD 50,000 per year for three years for PhD students demonstrating leadership skills and academic excellence. Available at Canadian universities with strong research programs.

6. Australia Awards Scholarship

The Australian government provides full tuition, living allowance, travel, and health coverage for Sri Lankan students. Focused on development-related fields and available for Bachelor's, Master's, and PhD levels.

7. Singapore Government Scholarship

Full tuition plus living allowance for outstanding students at NUS, NTU, and other Singapore institutions. Available at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels.

8. ASEAN Undergraduate Scholarship

Full tuition plus SGD 5,800/year living allowance for ASEAN nationals (Sri Lankan students may qualify through specific pathways). Offered by NUS and NTU.

9. New Zealand Scholarships

Funded by the New Zealand government, these scholarships cover full tuition, living allowance, and travel for students from developing countries including Sri Lanka. Available for undergraduate and postgraduate study.

10. University-Specific Merit Scholarships

Most universities offer their own merit-based scholarships ranging from 10-50% tuition reduction. At Infiniteous Abroad, we help students identify and apply for these institutional scholarships, many of which our students have successfully secured.

"Infiniteous Abroad's scholarship guidance helped me secure a 50% tuition waiver at the University of Manchester. Their expertise in crafting compelling applications made all the difference." — Ahmed Fasil, BBA International Business