Prodigy Finance's scholarship programme
Secure your future with an exclusive study abroad scholarship and make your dream a reality!
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$39,000 in scholarships awaits 8 exceptional students
At Prodigy Finance, our mission is to remove funding barriers and make education accessible for all. Over the years, we’ve supported more than 45,000 students globally with our loans and awarded $550,000 in scholarships through our esteemed partners.
Our latest scholarship competition—offering a total of $39,000 across 8 awards for students starting their studies in August 2025—is now complete, and winners will be announced on 2 May 2025.
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Scholarship categories
We're looking for students who demonstrate academic excellence, leadership potential, and a commitment to making a difference. Submit your application and tell us your unique story—why you deserve this scholarship and how it will help you achieve your dreams.
For more information on each category, please see the terms and conditions in the list below.
Scholarship details
Scholarship Details
Categories: Select the scholarship for which you’d like to apply. This scholarship opportunity is available to students entering postgraduate programs in Fall 2025.
The Prodigy Finance General Scholarship - 2 prizes of $5,000 each
The Prodigy Finance African Student Scholarship - 2 prizes of $5,000 each
The University of Louisville - College of Business African Student Matching Scholarship - 1 prize of $5,000
Indiana University - Maurer School of Law Student Matching Scholarship - 1 prize of $5,000
Esade Future Female Leaders - 1 prize of $8,000
Study North Carolina Student Matching Scholarship - 1 prize of $1,000
Awards
Number of Recipients: 8
Amount: $1,000 - $8,000
Timeline
Applications open: 14 March 2025
Deadline: 14 April 2025 (8:00 AM EST)
Result: 2 May 2025
Academic Intake: Fall ‘25
Eligibility
Eligibility varies depending on the individual scholarship for which you are applying. Generally, you are eligible to apply for an international student scholarship with Prodigy Finance if you’re:
Beginning your postgraduate studies in the Fall 2025 semester
Admitted to a Prodigy-supported program of study
Students applying for the Study North Carolina Scholarship may be attending any of the organization’s supported schools
From a Prodigy supported region
A high-potential individual who can articulate how these funds will impact their ability to earn a degree.
Willing to share your story on our platforms (see Terms and Conditions)
You can only submit one scholarship application. You may submit a scholarship application regardless of where you are in the loan or admissions process during the open period
How does it work?
Fill out the form and submit your entry during the application period from 14 March to 14 April 2025 (8:00 AM EST).
Ensure you have or will have been accepted to a Prodigy-supported program of study for the Fall semester 2025 by 2 May 2025.
Submissions for each category will be reviewed by an internal committee and narrowed to 10 finalists. Winners will be selected from the group of finalists and the remaining finalists will be considered alternates if a winner is unable to fulfill requirements.
Scholarship recipient announcement: 2 May 2025
Winners can choose to have their funds disbursed directly to their school as a tuition payment or credit to their total loan amount, depending on the Terms and Conditions of the award. If you need to defer your studies, your funds will be held for one semester. Scholarship funds are intended for study and will not be released directly to student bank accounts or during non study periods.
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Build your future
Access international student finance that gives you choice, control, and repayments based on your future earning potential.
Why apply for Prodigy’s Scholarships?
Reduce your education costs: Directly apply the award to your loan amount.
Stand out from the crowd: Showcase your determination and passion for an international education.
Proven track record: With over $550,000 already awarded, Prodigy’s scholarships opens doors to countless success stories.
Share your story: Inspire others on their journeys by featuring your success on our platform.
How are scholarship applications assessed?
Scholarship recipients are chosen based on eligibility for their chosen scholarship category and our internal assessment criteria.
Our internal shortlisting procedure will consider the following:
Skills-based criteria: Your written ability to articulate answers to entry essay questions; the quality of your writing skills, and the clarity of your written thoughts.
Motivational criteria: The content of your answers to entry essay questions. We are looking for individuals who can demonstrate:
Drive to study abroad in their chosen field
Career and personal goals
Need and impact for scholarship and funding
Desire to help others access their academic dreams
FAQ
Who should apply?
Individuals beginning their studies at one of the schools we support in the Fall ‘25 semester.
Intended Prodigy Finance customers seeking financial support to fund their education.
Students from Prodigy supported regions.
High-potential individuals who can articulate how these funds will impact their ability to earn a degree.
What do I need to know?
Am I eligible for a scholarship?
What if my study program begins before August 2025?
What if my study program begins in Spring 2026?
How many scholarships are there?
I’m a current borrower, am I eligible for a scholarship?
How will my scholarship application be assessed?
How can I increase my chances of being awarded the scholarship?
Can I submit more than one application?
When will I know if I’ve won a scholarship?
When do applications close?
If my application is successful, how will I receive my scholarship?
Can I use the scholarship amount for my future studies if I am deferring?
I borrowed the minimum $10,000 loan size, am I still eligible for a scholarship?
Can I use the scholarship for non-academic expenses such as rent, transportation, books, etc?
Scholarship alumni
Meet our distinguished community of previous scholars who are on to great things. Get inspired by their stories and be part of something bigger.
Spring 2025
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Emmanuella Ayeley Bentum
University of Colorado Denver | College of Liberal Arts and Sciences | Master of Public Administration (MPA)
Prodigy Finance African Student Scholarship
"Winning the Prodigy Finance African Student Scholarship is truly life-changing for me. Coming from a family where education was seen as the key to overcoming challenges, this support allows me to continue my mission of addressing public health issues in Ghana. With this scholarship, I can further develop the skills I need to bridge the gap between health and environmental sustainability, and give back to the communities that shaped me."
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Youssef Ghoussoub
Institut Européen d'Administration des Affaires | INSEAD | Master of Business Administration (MBA)
Prodigy Finance General Scholarship
"This opportunity brings me one step closer to fulfilling my ambition of transforming medical care beyond the boundaries of the operating room. It reinforces my commitment to use business as a force for good, addressing healthcare system challenges, and shaping a future where people in need receive the right treatment at the right time."
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Michael Kofi Acheampont
University of Louisville | College of Business | Master of Science Business Analytics (MSBA)
University of Louisville - College of Business Scholarship
"Getting the University of Louisville - College of Business/Prodigy Finance Scholarship is a tremendous honour for me. It is this support that not only affirms my efforts but also pushes me to have a positive effect on my field and to contribute to the growth of my community.”
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Jane Chidera Ohia
University of Louisiana at Lafayette | School of Computing and Informatics Ray P. Authement College of Sciences | Master of Informatics (MA)
Prodigy Finance African Student Scholarship
"Prodigy Finance's African Student Scholarship will help in bringing my dream and academic passion to reality. It is an incredible opportunity to pursue my dreams and positively impact my community."
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Oluwasola Esho
Florida International University | Chapman Graduate School of Business | Master of Business Administration (PMBA)
Prodigy Finance African Student Scholarship
"Being awarded this scholarship is both an honour and a motivation to strive harder in my academic and professional journey. It reaffirms my commitment to using education as a tool for positive change in Africa"
Fall 2024
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Chipo Jaya
George Washington University | School of Business | Master of Science in Business Analytics (MSBA)
"Receiving this scholarship feels like a dream come true. As an economics graduate now pursuing business analytics, this support empowers me to bridge the gap between data and decision-making. It’s an incredible opportunity to advance my career and merge my passion for economics with cutting-edge analytics. I’m excited to contribute to a future where data-driven insights shape smarter economic policies. Thank you Prodigy Finance, for the wonderful opportunity."
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Sahithi Vincy Salikineedi
University of Chicago | Harris School of Public Policy | Master of Public Policy (MPP)
"The Prodigy Finance Scholarship is not merely financial support but a recognition of my passion and commitment to driving positive change and fostering equitable progress through my academic pursuits. It reinforces that, dreams are valid regardless of background and I am truly grateful for this opportunity. With this support, I am confident that I can continue to make meaningful contributions to the field of public policy."
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Marta Kozielska
University of Oxford | Blavatnik School of Government | Master of Public Policy (MPP)
"The Prodigy Finance scholarship programme will greatly contribute to financing the Master of Public Policy course at the University of Oxford.This scholarship will help ensure that the high course fees are not a barrier to me realising my academic and professional aspirations."
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Pranjali Gupta
Yale University | Yale School of Public Health | Master of Public Health (MPH)
“I’m very pleased to receive this scholarship for the upcoming academic year, which will help me maximise the impact of my MPH. I look forward to utilising this support to make meaningful contributions towards addressing access disparities in healthcare systems.”
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Alexandra Phillips
ESADE | ESADE Business School | Master in International Management
"I am honoured to have been awarded a Prodigy Finance Scholarship. I so admire Prodigy Finance’s mission of breaking barriers to education for international students. I believe that seeing the world beyond where you come from is a vital form of education and personal growth, and I cannot wait to experience that first hand, when I begin my studies at ESADE. Thank you to Prodigy Finance for extending this honour to me."
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