Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Israel
Israeli Government (MFA) Scholarship for Academic Studies in Israel
The Israeli Government (MFA) Scholarship for Academic Studies in Israel is a partially-funded scholarship from Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Israel for Master's, PhD, , pursuing any field in Israel. Deadline: Typically December 31 of the year prior to the study year; confirm with your local Israeli embassy.
- Funding
- Partial Funding
- Degree levels
- Master's, PhD, research programs), special
- Where
- Israel
- Funded by
- government
Key Facts at a Glance
- Amount
- Approximately 50% of tuition (up to ~USD 6,000) + monthly living allowance for 8 months + basic health insurance
- Deadline
- Typically December 31 of the year prior to the study year; confirm with your local Israeli embassy
- Host countries
- Israel
- Fields
- Any field
Eligibility Criteria
Citizens of countries with cultural agreements with Israel — see MFA list for current eligible countries Academic Requirements Nationality Requirements Language Requirements Your target Israeli university will have language requirements for your program. Most graduate programs at Israeli universities are offered in English or Hebrew. Confirm the language requirements with your chosen Israeli university before applying.
Scholarship Benefits
- Approximately 50% of tuition fees, up to a maximum of approximately USD 6,000
- Monthly living allowance for one academic year (8 months, October to June)
- Basic health insurance for the duration of the study period
- The scholarship does not cover the remaining tuition balance, international airfare, or housing beyond what the monthly allowance provides. Confirm exact amounts with your local Israeli embassy or the current MFA scholarship documentation.
Important Dates & Deadlines
Typically December 31 of the year prior to the study year; confirm with your local Israeli embassy
Verify eligibility and deadlines on the official scholarship page before applying.