Fully Funded Master’s Opportunity at NYU
Pakistani students can apply for the Falak Sufi Scholarship 2027-28 to pursue a Master’s degree in Near Eastern Studies at New York University (NYU) in the United States.
The scholarship is offered through NYU’s Graduate School of Arts and Science and the Kevorkian Center. It provides substantial financial support to selected students and can cover their graduate studies for up to two years.
Scholarship Benefits
For the 2027-28 academic year, selected scholars will receive a minimum stipend of $37,132. The scholarship also covers full tuition, student health insurance, and registration and services fees.
The funding can continue for up to two years as long as recipients maintain the academic standards required by NYU’s Graduate School of Arts and Science and their degree programme.
Who Can Apply
The scholarship is aimed at students from South Asian countries with majority Muslim populations who may face financial barriers to graduate education. Pakistani students are eligible to apply.
NYU gives preference to female applicants. Candidates are also expected to demonstrate strong academic potential and interests related to the scholarship’s focus, particularly issues involving women and gender in the Near East, Middle East and South Asia.
The scholarship is especially suitable for students whose academic interests connect with the history, societies and contemporary issues of these regions.
Academic and Admission Requirements
Applicants must apply for admission to NYU’s Graduate School of Arts and Science for the Fall 2027 intake. General graduate admission requirements include academic transcripts, a personal or academic statement, a résumé or CV and letters of recommendation.
Test scores may also be required depending on the programme. Applicants should carefully review the specific admission requirements for the Near Eastern Studies Master’s programme before submitting their application.
Candidates must also pay the applicable non-refundable application fee unless they qualify for an approved waiver.
Application Deadline
The deadline for Fall 2027 admission is January 15, 2027. Applicants should complete the online application and submit all required documents before the deadline.
Students interested in the Falak Sufi Scholarship should clearly present their academic background, interests and future goals. Their application should also show a strong connection with the themes supported by the scholarship.
The opportunity provides Pakistani students with a chance to pursue graduate education at a leading US university while receiving significant financial support for tuition, living expenses and other eligible costs.
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