Scholarships Offered by KIU
At KIU, we are committed to making quality higher education accessible through a range of scholarships and financial support programs. KIU Scholarships are designed to reward academic excellence, leadership, and commitment to personal and professional growth.
Students can benefit from multiple funding options, including merit-based scholarships, government-backed loan schemes, and postgraduate funding opportunities.
1. G.C.E. Advanced Level Results-Based Scholarships
KIU offers merit-based scholarships for students who achieve outstanding results in the G.C.E Advanced Level Examination.
Key Benefits:
Eligibility is determined according to A/L results and KIU admission criteria.
2. National-Level Certificate Holder Scholarship
Students who have achieved National-Level recognition through competitions, examinations, or qualifications recognized by relevant Sri Lankan authorities are eligible for a 2.5% scholarship on their tuition fees.
3. Interest-Free Student Loan (IFSL) Scheme
KIU is honored to be one of the few non-state higher education institutions in Sri Lanka selected by the Ministry of Education, Higher Education, and Vocational Education to offer degree programmes under the Interest-Free Student Loan (IFSL) Scheme.
Through this national initiative:
· Eligible students can pursue approved degree programmes at KIU without paying tuition fees upfront.
· The Government of Sri Lanka provides financial support to cover tuition fees, which are determined under official government policies.
This initiative allows students to access high-quality, globally recognized degree programmes at a discounted rate, ensuring equal opportunities for all deserving students.
4. Master of Business Administration in Management Strategy – Alumni Scholarship
KIU is committed to supporting lifelong learning and professional advancement among its graduates. All students who have successfully completed an undergraduate degree at KIU are entitled to a 50% scholarship for the MBA in Management Strategy programme.
This exclusive scholarship is a gesture of appreciation towards our alumni community and aims to encourage the pursuit of postgraduate education in management and leadership.
5. Scholarships for Postgraduate Nursing Degrees
KIU recognizes the dedication and excellence of its nursing graduates and provides scholarships to pursue higher studies in nursing. The following postgraduate nursing programmes are eligible under this scheme:
· Master of Science in Nursing
· Master of Nursing Education
· Master of Nursing Management
· Master of Philosophy in Nursing
Students who have completed the B.Sc. (Hons) in Nursing degree at KIU are eligible for performance-based scholarships for any of the above postgraduate programmes. Scholarship percentages are determined based on the student’s academic achievements and performance during the undergraduate degree.
6. Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Nursing Scholarships for NTS Graduates
KIU offers special scholarships for students enrolling in the B.Sc. (Hons) in Nursing programme based on their performance at the Final Nursing Training School (NTS) Examination.
Scholarships are awarded as follows:
· Island Rank Holders (Island 1st to 10th)
· College Rank Holders (College 1st to 3rd)
These scholarships are offered in recognition of excellence in nursing education and aim to support future nursing professionals in advancing their qualifications.
Empowering Education Through Opportunity
At KIU, we are dedicated to fostering an environment where talent, determination, and academic excellence are rewarded. Our scholarships are designed to reduce financial barriers, promote higher learning, and empower students to achieve their full potential.
For more information and detailed eligibility criteria, please contact us or visit our official website.
KIU Scholarships provide:
“My time at Cambridge has been the most rewarding few years of my life. I applied with an idea of Cambridge as this distant mythical place where I couldn’t quite
imagine myself belonging, but I now struggle to see myself anywhere else.
The opportunities at Cambridge are like no other – from participating in clubs and societies to finding your way around College and learning to live independently. Most of all, the chance to study a subject you love while surrounded by students and academics who are just as passionate about it as you are leaves you with skills to take forward into life far beyond those you were expecting when you applied. I cannot encourage you enough to read on and then take the leap and apply!”
Sarah Anderson
Cambridge SU (Undergraduate President)
