International Students Can Get Math Scholarships (2026–2027)

In 2026, maths is still a key part of progressing quantum computing, climate modelling, and financial engineering around the world. For the 2026–2027 school year, major funding organisations are looking for students who can connect pure mathematics with real-world technical solutions.

1. Fully Funded Top “Full-Ride” Prizes

These programmes pay for all of your tuition, travel abroad, and a monthly living allowance.

DAAD Study Scholarships for STEM in Germany

• The prize is a monthly stipend of €992 (for a master’s degree) or €1,300+ (for a PhD), health insurance, and money for travel.
• Math Focus: Germany is a leader in both applied mathematics and discrete math.
• 2027 Intake: Applications for the October 2027 intake open in June 2026, and they are due between August and October 2026.
• Important: Many of the top programmes, such as those at Bonn or TU Munich, offer instruction in English. However, DAAD often pays for a German language course to get you ready for the programme.

Commonwealth Master’s and PhD Scholarships in the UK

• The prize is full tuition, airfare, and a monthly allowance of about £1,347 (more in London).
• Math Focus: Use the “Science and Technology for Development” theme to apply.
• 2027 Intake: Usually, applications for the 2027 cycle open in September 2026 and close in October 2026.
• You must be a citizen or permanent resident of a Commonwealth country that is eligible.

Stipendium Hungaricum (in Hungary)

• The prize is full tuition, free housing, health insurance, and a monthly payment.
• Math Focus: Hungary has a long history of outstanding mathematicians (e.g., Erdős, Neumann). Available for a bachelor’s, master’s, or doctoral degree.
• The portal for the September 2027 intake opens in November 2026 and closes in January 2027.

2. Fellowships and Research Institutes for the Elite (2026/2027)

The African Institute for Mathematical Sciences (AIMS)

• Target: Smart African students who want to get a master’s degree in mathematical sciences.
• The award is a “no-cost” scholarship that pays for travel, food, and tuition.
• Intake for 2027: Applications for the 2027 cohort in centres in South Africa, Ghana, Senegal, Cameroon, and Rwanda usually open in December 2026.

PSI Master’s in Canada from the Perimeter Institute

• The award covers all costs for a one-year, full-time master’s degree in theoretical physics and mathematics, including tuition, meals, and housing.
• Intake for 2027: Applications usually open in October 2026 and close in January 2027.
• Selection: Based on an extraordinary aptitude for mathematics and a fervent interest in fundamental principles.

3. Grants for Specific Areas and Regions (due in 2026)

Makerere University (Uganda) is part of the Mastercard Foundation.

• The prize is 13 Master’s scholarships for the 2026–2027 school year.
• Focus: Open to people with disabilities, refugees, and students from Africa. The programme prioritises STEM fields, particularly maths.
• The deadline is June 5, 2026.

British Council: Scholarships for Women in STEM (UK)

• The Prize: Full-ride scholarships for women from the Americas, South Asia, and Southeast Asia to obtain a master’s degree in STEM (including maths).
• Cycle 2026/2027: Universities that are participating are now accepting applications for the 2026/2027 intake.

4. Erasmus Mundus Update for 2026:

The Erasmus Mundus Joint Masters in Mathematics (like InterMaths or MathMods) is currently going through a change.

• 2026–2027 Status: Several consortia have said that there are no Erasmus Mundus scholarships available for the current 2026 intake while they wait to be re-selected.
• 2027 Outlook: Full scholarships (about €1,400/month) are expected to come back for the September 2027 intake. The results of the re-selection will be made public in the middle of 2026, and the application process will begin in October of that year.

5. How to Not Take the IELTS for Maths in 2026

Mathematics is a universal language, and many departments are more open-minded than the humanities:

• Medium of Instruction (MOI): If you got your bachelor’s degree in English or German (DAAD), the UK (Commonwealth) committees will usually accept an MOI letter.
• AIMS and many US and UK schools, like Arizona State, accept the Duolingo English Test (DET) as a faster, $59 option.
• Technical Interview Waiver: For PhDs that are based on research, passing a technical interview with a supervisor often means that an English test is not needed. 6. Important Timeline for 2026 and 2027

6. Critical 2026/2027 Timeline

1. The Mastercard Foundation (Makerere) has until June 5, 2026.
2. August to October 2026: Apply for the 2027 intake at Commonwealth (UK) and DAAD (Germany).
3. In November 2026, apply for the Stipendium Hungaricum (Hungary) and Erasmus Mundus 2027 programmes.
4. The Perimeter Institute (Canada) has until January 2027 to finish.

Final Thoughts

The DAAD (Germany) and AIMS (Africa) programs offer the best technical ROI for a master’s move in 2027. The Mastercard Foundation and British Council awards are your top priorities for 2026 if you are a woman or a student from a group that is not well represented in STEM. For 2027 funding committees, computational maths and mathematical modelling are the most important areas to focus on in your application.