Kistefos Young Talented Leader Scholarships Program 2020/2021

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. 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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Kistefos Young Talented Leader Scholarships Program

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.

Kistefos Young Talented Leader Scholarships 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.

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