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All levels Last cycle closed Jan 2018

OLM Malala Yousafzai Scholarship

Offered by OLM Malala Yousafzai

Award$1000
Study levelAll levels
Deadline Last cycle closed Jan 2018 the scheme is annual — check for the new cycle

This cycle has closed. The date shown is the last one we captured. Most of these schemes reopen at roughly the same point each year, so this page is still worth bookmarking — but check the official link before planning around it.

About this scholarship

The OLM Malala Yousafzai Scholarship supports women aged 30 or older worldwide who wish to resume or continue their studies in arts and design. Named after Nobel laureate Malala Yousafzai, this scholarship provides financial assistance to help women overcome barriers to education. Applicants must submit an essay in English detailing a personal challenge they have faced.

The scholarship recognizes the importance of lifelong learning and aims to empower women through education.

Who can apply

Open to women aged 30 or above from any country. Applicants must be pursuing or planning to pursue studies in arts and design. There are no restrictions based on marital status, income, or prior academic performance.

The scholarship is open to students at all levels, including undergraduate, postgraduate, and professional courses.

How to apply

Submit a 500–1000-word essay in English on a challenge you have overcome. Include your full name, contact details, age, and a brief description of your educational background and current or intended field of study. Email the essay and supporting documents to the address listed on the official scholarship page.

Ensure all information is accurate and submitted before the deadline.

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