Applying to universities abroad can be expensive - and for many talented students, application fees or upfront living costs become the final barrier between an offer and enrolling.
NovaGrad Scholarships are designed to remove that friction. We don't promise admission. We support your application journey by reimbursing verified costs when you apply the right way, through NovaGrad.
NovaGrad offers two forms of scholarship support, each with transparent rules and fair verification.
(Partner & University Outreach)
This support provides application fee waivers up to $200 per student for students who apply via NovaGrad.
To qualify for application fee waivers:
Applications submitted outside NovaGrad do not qualify.
Attribution is automatically attached once a valid code is applied.
This scholarship provides tuition and/or living expense support for a small number of students where financial support clearly bridges the gap between receiving an offer and being able to enrol.
This support is competitive. We prioritise students who:
Shortlisted students may be asked to provide additional proof to confirm eligibility and reimbursement details before support is issued.
(Apply to All NovaGrad Scholarships)
To keep the process fair and transparent, the following rules apply to all NovaGrad scholarships:
Applications must be submitted via NovaGrad
Verification is mandatory (we confirm submission and supporting proof)
Support is provided as a reimbursement or rebate, never upfront
NovaGrad does not guarantee admission — universities make final decisions
Tell us about your academics, timeline, destination, and funding plan. This helps us confirm your readiness and guide you accurately.
Based on your profile, we'll:
Submit your university application through NovaGrad. This allows us to verify your submission and process your reimbursement or rebate.
Everything you need to know about NovaGrad Scholarships
You may be considered for more than one form of support. Some application fee waivers are invite-only and require a valid partner or university code, while tuition or living-expense support is publicly promoted and competitive.
No. All NovaGrad support is issued as a reimbursement or rebate after verification of your NovaGrad application submission and required proof.
Verification confirms that: your application was submitted via NovaGrad, and the supporting documents or receipts match the support you're claiming. Details are shared clearly during the process.
Yes. Availability is limited and depends on utilisation and successful verification.
No. NovaGrad helps you apply smarter and supports your process. Universities make all final admission decisions.
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