Schiller International University, Spain
Scholarship
Undergraduate
Scholarships at SIU
1. Global
Citizen Scholarship
·
Amount:
Up to 50%
off tuition
o
Full (50%)
for U.S. or EU citizens/residents enrolling in any campus (especially
Heidelberg)
o
25%
for May/June & Sept/Oct 2025 intakes
·
Eligibility:
o
First-year
undergraduates (and graduates)
o
Academic
excellence or exceptional talent (arts, sports, leadership)
o
Requires separate
application and essay
2. High-School/International
Talent Scholarships
·
Amount:
Up to 40% off tuition for first-year undergraduates
·
Eligibility:
o
High academic GPA
(e.g., IB 3.3/EU equivalent)
o
Demonstrated
talent or achievements
o
Requires essay and
documentation
3. Seeds
of Peace Scholarship
·
Amount:
50%
tuition waiver
·
Eligibility:
o
From
conflict-affected countries (e.g. Ukraine, Israel, Palestine, Lebanon, Russia)
o
Open to first-year
undergraduates and grads
4. Early‑Bird & Pre‑Payment Discounts
·
Amount:
5% off tuition
·
Eligibility:
o
Early payment (by
April 30, 2025) or full-year upfront commitment
5. Academic Honors & Merit Scholarships
(For
2nd year onward)
·
Academic Honors:
50% tuition discount for returning undergraduates with GPA ≥ 3.5
·
Academic Merit:
25% off tuition for GPA between 3.2–3.49
6. Alumni Scholarship
·
Amount:
25% (Merit) or 50%
(Honors) tuition reduction
·
Eligibility:
o
Undergraduates who
previously earned a degree from SIU or its GEDU partner
o
Merit track: GPA
≥ 3.2; Honors: GPA ≥ 3.5
7. Inter-Campus Transfer (ICT) Scholarship
·
Amount:
Up to $1,680 (€1,320) per semester (~140 EUR/credit)
·
Eligibility:
o
Undergraduates
transferring campuses
o
Requires GPA
≥ 2.75
8. Nationality-Specific “Scholars Awards”
·
E.g., Brazilian,
Korean, Canadian awards
·
Amount:
25–33% tuition waiver (1–2 semesters)
Average Scholarship Value
·
Typical award size: 25–50% tuition off.
·
Institutional data: ~50% of undergrads receive grants; average aid per student ≈ $4,571/year, with first-year freshmen averaging $3,591
·
Cap on
combinations: Only one
SIU scholarship applies students
must choose the highest-value award .
Eligibility Summary
|
Scholarship |
Year |
Discount |
Key Criteria |
|
Global Citizen |
1st |
Up to 50% |
U.S./EU citizen or exceptional talent |
|
International Talent |
1st |
Up to 40% |
GPA, talents, essay |
|
Seeds of Peace |
1st |
50% |
From designated conflict countries |
|
Early‑Bird / Pre‑Pay |
Any |
5% |
Pays early or full-year upfront |
|
Academic Honors (Merit) |
≥2nd |
25–50% |
GPA ≥ 3.2 / 3.5 |
|
Alumni |
Any |
25–50% |
Previous SIU/GEDU graduate, GPA
thresholds |
|
ICT Transfer |
Spec |
~$1,320/semester |
GPA ≥ 2.75, campus change |
|
Nationality Awards |
1–2 sem |
25–33% |
From specific countries, GPA + need |
Graduate
Scholarships Overview
Global
Citizen Scholarship
·
Amount: Up to 50%
tuition reduction
·
Eligibility:
o Open to graduate students at all
campuses (Tampa, Madrid, Paris, Heidelberg, and distance learning)
o Based on academic achievement or
exceptional talent in arts, sports, sciences, leadership
o Requires a scholarship
application and essay; Early Bird bonus (5%) for payments made by April 30,
2025
Seeds of Peace Scholarship
·
Amount: 50% tuition reduction (first academic year)
·
Eligibility:
o Open to graduate students from
conflict-affected countries (e.g., Ukraine, Russia, Israel, Palestine, Lebanon)
Academic Merit Scholarships
(Continuing Students)
·
For 2nd year and above graduate students:
o Academic
Honors: 50% off tuition for GPA ≥ 3.5
o Academic
Merit: 25% off tuition for GPA ≥ 3.2
Alumni Scholarship
·
Amount: Up to 50%
tuition reduction
·
Eligibility:
o Previous graduate of SIU or GEDU
partner institution
o Honors (GPA ≥ 3.5) or Merit (GPA ≥ 3.2) track
Distance Learning Global Citizen
Scholarship
·
Amount: 50%
tuition reduction
·
Eligibility: Graduate students enrolled in
distance learning programs demonstrating similar achievement or talent
President’s Graduate Scholarship
·
Amount: Up to €1,700 / $2,300 per
semester
(~€141.67 per credit)
·
Eligibility:
o New graduate students with
undergraduate GPA ≥ 3.50
o Requires essay and transcript
submission
Additional
& Nationality-Based Awards
·
ICT Transfer Scholarship: Up to €1,680 per semester for graduate students
transferring campuses (GPA ≥ 3.25)
·
International / Diplomatic
/ Employer Matching Scholarships:
o Vary up to €1,040–3,000 per
semester,
depending on status and GPA
·
Golden Key Honor Society: Up to €2,400 per semester for graduate students with GPA
≥ 3.85
·
Presidents’ Scholarship (graduate-specific): Up to €1,700 per semester for GPA ≥ 3.50
·
Brazilian Scholars Award: Covers 25% tuition for Brazilian students, up to
four semesters
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Eligibility criteria
General Admission Requirements (Undergraduate – Bachelor’s
Programs)
1.
Completed
Secondary Education
o
High school diploma or equivalent
(e.g., A-Levels, IB, 12th grade certificate, GED)
o
Transcripts must be official and
translated into English if not originally in English
2.
Minimum
Academic Performance
o
No strict GPA requirement, but a minimum
GPA of 2.0–2.5 on a 4.0 scale is generally expected
o
Students with lower GPAs may be
admitted on conditional/provisional basis
3.
Proof of
English Language Proficiency
required if English is not your native language or prior education was
not in English. Accepted tests:
o
TOEFL iBT: ≥ 61
o
IELTS: ≥ 6.0
o
Duolingo English Test: ≥ 95
o
Cambridge English: ≥ B2
o
OR proof of prior education in
English-medium institution
4.
Passport
Copy
o
Needed for international students
applying for visas
5.
Personal
Statement or Motivation Letter
o
A brief essay outlining your goals
and reasons for applying
6.
Interview
(optional but may be requested)
o
In some cases, an admissions officer
may schedule a Zoom/Skype call to evaluate readiness
Additional
Notes for International Students
- Visa Requirements:
Applicants to European or U.S. campuses will need a student visa; SIU
provides visa support after admission confirmation.
- Recognition of Prior Studies: International transcripts must be evaluated
(NACES-approved evaluation may be needed for U.S. applicants).
General
Admission Requirements (Graduate Programs)
1.
Completed Bachelor’s
Degree
o
An accredited undergraduate
degree or equivalent (from a recognized institution)
o
Official transcripts must be
provided and translated into English if necessary
2.
Minimum
Academic Performance
o
A minimum GPA of 2.5–3.0 on a
4.0 scale is generally expected
o
Applicants below this may be
admitted conditionally, with additional academic oversight
3.
Proof of
English Language Proficiency
(If your prior degree was not in English or you are from a non-English-speaking
country)
o
IELTS: 6.0 or higher
o
TOEFL iBT: 61+
o
Duolingo: 95+
o
Cambridge
English: B2+
o
OR proof of having completed a
bachelor's program in English
4.
Resume or
CV
o
Detailing academic and/or
professional background
5.
Statement
of Purpose / Motivation Letter
o
Brief essay explaining why you want
to pursue the program and your career goals
6.
Passport
or Government-Issued ID
o
Required for identification and visa
documentation (for international students)
7.
Interview
(Optional / Case-Based)
o
Some applicants may be asked for an
online interview depending on academic background
Accommodation
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University Video
Undergraduate
Scholarships at SIU
1. Global
Citizen Scholarship
·
Amount:
Up to 50%
off tuition
o
Full (50%)
for U.S. or EU citizens/residents enrolling in any campus (especially
Heidelberg)
o
25%
for May/June & Sept/Oct 2025 intakes
·
Eligibility:
o
First-year
undergraduates (and graduates)
o
Academic
excellence or exceptional talent (arts, sports, leadership)
o
Requires separate
application and essay
2. High-School/International
Talent Scholarships
·
Amount:
Up to 40% off tuition for first-year undergraduates
·
Eligibility:
o
High academic GPA
(e.g., IB 3.3/EU equivalent)
o
Demonstrated
talent or achievements
o
Requires essay and
documentation
3. Seeds
of Peace Scholarship
·
Amount:
50%
tuition waiver
·
Eligibility:
o
From
conflict-affected countries (e.g. Ukraine, Israel, Palestine, Lebanon, Russia)
o
Open to first-year
undergraduates and grads
4. Early‑Bird & Pre‑Payment Discounts
·
Amount:
5% off tuition
·
Eligibility:
o
Early payment (by
April 30, 2025) or full-year upfront commitment
5. Academic Honors & Merit Scholarships
(For
2nd year onward)
·
Academic Honors:
50% tuition discount for returning undergraduates with GPA ≥ 3.5
·
Academic Merit:
25% off tuition for GPA between 3.2–3.49
6. Alumni Scholarship
·
Amount:
25% (Merit) or 50%
(Honors) tuition reduction
·
Eligibility:
o
Undergraduates who
previously earned a degree from SIU or its GEDU partner
o
Merit track: GPA
≥ 3.2; Honors: GPA ≥ 3.5
7. Inter-Campus Transfer (ICT) Scholarship
·
Amount:
Up to $1,680 (€1,320) per semester (~140 EUR/credit)
·
Eligibility:
o
Undergraduates
transferring campuses
o
Requires GPA
≥ 2.75
8. Nationality-Specific “Scholars Awards”
·
E.g., Brazilian,
Korean, Canadian awards
·
Amount:
25–33% tuition waiver (1–2 semesters)
Average Scholarship Value
·
Typical award size: 25–50% tuition off.
·
Institutional data: ~50% of undergrads receive grants; average aid per student ≈ $4,571/year, with first-year freshmen averaging $3,591
·
Cap on
combinations: Only one
SIU scholarship applies students
must choose the highest-value award .
Eligibility Summary
|
Scholarship |
Year |
Discount |
Key Criteria |
|
Global Citizen |
1st |
Up to 50% |
U.S./EU citizen or exceptional talent |
|
International Talent |
1st |
Up to 40% |
GPA, talents, essay |
|
Seeds of Peace |
1st |
50% |
From designated conflict countries |
|
Early‑Bird / Pre‑Pay |
Any |
5% |
Pays early or full-year upfront |
|
Academic Honors (Merit) |
≥2nd |
25–50% |
GPA ≥ 3.2 / 3.5 |
|
Alumni |
Any |
25–50% |
Previous SIU/GEDU graduate, GPA
thresholds |
|
ICT Transfer |
Spec |
~$1,320/semester |
GPA ≥ 2.75, campus change |
|
Nationality Awards |
1–2 sem |
25–33% |
From specific countries, GPA + need |
Graduate
Scholarships Overview
Global
Citizen Scholarship
·
Amount: Up to 50%
tuition reduction
·
Eligibility:
o Open to graduate students at all
campuses (Tampa, Madrid, Paris, Heidelberg, and distance learning)
o Based on academic achievement or
exceptional talent in arts, sports, sciences, leadership
o Requires a scholarship
application and essay; Early Bird bonus (5%) for payments made by April 30,
2025
Seeds of Peace Scholarship
·
Amount: 50% tuition reduction (first academic year)
·
Eligibility:
o Open to graduate students from
conflict-affected countries (e.g., Ukraine, Russia, Israel, Palestine, Lebanon)
Academic Merit Scholarships
(Continuing Students)
·
For 2nd year and above graduate students:
o Academic
Honors: 50% off tuition for GPA ≥ 3.5
o Academic
Merit: 25% off tuition for GPA ≥ 3.2
Alumni Scholarship
·
Amount: Up to 50%
tuition reduction
·
Eligibility:
o Previous graduate of SIU or GEDU
partner institution
o Honors (GPA ≥ 3.5) or Merit (GPA ≥ 3.2) track
Distance Learning Global Citizen
Scholarship
·
Amount: 50%
tuition reduction
·
Eligibility: Graduate students enrolled in
distance learning programs demonstrating similar achievement or talent
President’s Graduate Scholarship
·
Amount: Up to €1,700 / $2,300 per
semester
(~€141.67 per credit)
·
Eligibility:
o New graduate students with
undergraduate GPA ≥ 3.50
o Requires essay and transcript
submission
Additional
& Nationality-Based Awards
·
ICT Transfer Scholarship: Up to €1,680 per semester for graduate students
transferring campuses (GPA ≥ 3.25)
·
International / Diplomatic
/ Employer Matching Scholarships:
o Vary up to €1,040–3,000 per
semester,
depending on status and GPA
·
Golden Key Honor Society: Up to €2,400 per semester for graduate students with GPA
≥ 3.85
·
Presidents’ Scholarship (graduate-specific): Up to €1,700 per semester for GPA ≥ 3.50
·
Brazilian Scholars Award: Covers 25% tuition for Brazilian students, up to
four semesters
No results found
General Admission Requirements (Undergraduate – Bachelor’s
Programs)
1.
Completed
Secondary Education
o
High school diploma or equivalent
(e.g., A-Levels, IB, 12th grade certificate, GED)
o
Transcripts must be official and
translated into English if not originally in English
2.
Minimum
Academic Performance
o
No strict GPA requirement, but a minimum
GPA of 2.0–2.5 on a 4.0 scale is generally expected
o
Students with lower GPAs may be
admitted on conditional/provisional basis
3.
Proof of
English Language Proficiency
required if English is not your native language or prior education was
not in English. Accepted tests:
o
TOEFL iBT: ≥ 61
o
IELTS: ≥ 6.0
o
Duolingo English Test: ≥ 95
o
Cambridge English: ≥ B2
o
OR proof of prior education in
English-medium institution
4.
Passport
Copy
o
Needed for international students
applying for visas
5.
Personal
Statement or Motivation Letter
o
A brief essay outlining your goals
and reasons for applying
6.
Interview
(optional but may be requested)
o
In some cases, an admissions officer
may schedule a Zoom/Skype call to evaluate readiness
Additional
Notes for International Students
- Visa Requirements:
Applicants to European or U.S. campuses will need a student visa; SIU
provides visa support after admission confirmation.
- Recognition of Prior Studies: International transcripts must be evaluated
(NACES-approved evaluation may be needed for U.S. applicants).
General
Admission Requirements (Graduate Programs)
1.
Completed Bachelor’s
Degree
o
An accredited undergraduate
degree or equivalent (from a recognized institution)
o
Official transcripts must be
provided and translated into English if necessary
2.
Minimum
Academic Performance
o
A minimum GPA of 2.5–3.0 on a
4.0 scale is generally expected
o
Applicants below this may be
admitted conditionally, with additional academic oversight
3.
Proof of
English Language Proficiency
(If your prior degree was not in English or you are from a non-English-speaking
country)
o
IELTS: 6.0 or higher
o
TOEFL iBT: 61+
o
Duolingo: 95+
o
Cambridge
English: B2+
o
OR proof of having completed a
bachelor's program in English
4.
Resume or
CV
o
Detailing academic and/or
professional background
5.
Statement
of Purpose / Motivation Letter
o
Brief essay explaining why you want
to pursue the program and your career goals
6.
Passport
or Government-Issued ID
o
Required for identification and visa
documentation (for international students)
7.
Interview
(Optional / Case-Based)
o
Some applicants may be asked for an
online interview depending on academic background