Study in Norway: Kistefos Young Talented Leader Scholarships Program 2023/2024 for African and Norwegian Students

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IE University is pleased to announce that Kistefos AS, thanks to the generosity of its owner Christen Sveaas, has pledged more than two million euros to create the IE Kistefos Young Talented Leaders Scholarships Program. 

Application Deadline: 1st November 2023

Eligible Countries: Norway, South Africa, Liberia, and Ethiopia. 

To be taken at (country): Norway

About the Award: The program will enable young talent from Norway and Africa with a vision for business and innovation to study at IE University.

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Over four years, the program will grant a total of 46 scholarships to candidates in Norway, South Africa, Liberia, and Ethiopia.  The Fellowships for Leading Norwegian Talent will include two scholarships for undergraduate studies and 20 scholarships for pre-experience masters and the Fellowships for Leading Africa Talent will include 24 scholarships for pre-experience masters for candidates. 

Type: Masters

Eligibility: Scholarship candidates must demonstrate academic and personal excellence, strong leadership capabilities, an entrepreneurial mindset, and a commitment to impacting their home countries upon graduation.

Number of Awards: 24

Value of Award: All scholarships will cover up to 100% of tuition fees including living expenses and travel arrangements for the master programs.

Duration of Programme: 2 years

How to Apply: The Admissions process is as follows:

Online Application.
Online Assessment.
Entrance Exam: Students are required to take either the GMAT, GRE or IEGAT (IE Test).
Personal Interview (face-to-face or via Skype) with the Admissions Team.
Admission Committee Final Decision: Candidates will receive the final decision within one to three weeks.

  • It is important to go through all application requirements on the Programme Webpage (see link below) before applying
  • GOODLUCK!

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