🕊How to go to Paris for free for the Young Leaders Summit?

StudyQA fellows, we'll tell you how to prepare a strong application for the summit, which will take place January 28–31, 2026, in Paris. This guide covers everything from the required documents to tips on writing a motivation letter.

✨ 1. Gather relevant activities
The jury's first check is your experience outside of school. It's important to show that you're not just a student, but a proactive person.

- Choose projects related to peace, equality, law, economics, and sustainable development.
- Emphasize leadership: when you led a team, mentored newcomers, or organized a process.
- Show social impact: what changed thanks to your actions? (For example: "organized a series of human rights workshops for 50 schoolchildren").

Tip: Don't list your entire activity list. Choose 2-3 of the most compelling ones and elaborate on them.

✨ 2. The motivation letter is the heart of your application
The jury reads it first. Therefore, it's important not just to say "I want to participate," but also:

- State your goal: what global problem do you want to solve and how will the summit help?
- Show a connection to your professional track (for example, "my future career in diplomacy requires international experience").
- Mention social activities that support your expertise.
- Answer: What can you bring to the summit? Experience, ideas, a project, a skill.

Tip: Write in the first person and add a personal story. History = credibility.

✨ 3. Prepare your documents

- CV (focus on international and social experience, leadership, volunteerism).
- Photo (official, but real).
- Proof of study or diploma.
- Letter of recommendation from a mentor or supervisor.

Tip: Check with your mentor in advance to ensure your letter isn't dry. Let it showcase your personality and contribution.

✨ 4. Understand how you're being evaluated
The jury looks not only at documents but also at your values:

Active citizenship—participation in initiatives and projects.
Leadership and mentoring—ability to lead.
Social impact—tangible contribution to the community.

Tip: Support each point with facts or stories, not mere declarations.

✨ 5. Meet deadlines

Submit application: October 25, 2025.
Results: November 5, 2025.
Confirmation of participation: November 15, 2025.
Summit: January 28–31, 2026.

Tip: Don't leave it until the last minute. Preparing your letter and recommendation takes at least 2–3 weeks.

✨ 6. Technical Application Steps

Go to the Global Peace Chain website
Click Apply Now GPS Paris.
Complete the application form (personal information, experience, essay).
Attach documents.
Agree to the terms and conditions and pay the registration fee.
Wait for the email with your results.

Tip: Before submitting, have a friend or mentor review your application. A fresh perspective = fewer errors.

✨ The Global Peace Summit is more than just a summit; it's a chance to establish yourself as a future leader, hone your global dialogue skills, and find people with whom you can change the world together.

➡️ Submit your application here

🎓 Scholarship to study in the UK

The Global Leaders Scholarship is a prestigious scholarship from the University of Lincoln for international students who demonstrate a high level of academic achievement, leadership qualities, and involvement in extracurricular activities.

What it covers
🟣50% of tuition fees for one academic year (undergraduate or postgraduate).

Requirements
🟣Overseas student status.
🟣An offer from the University of Lincoln for an undergraduate or postgraduate program starting in the 2025/26 or 2026/27 academic year.

Academic results:
🟣For undergraduate studies: the equivalent of 128 UCAS points or higher.
🟣For postgraduate studies: a diploma with at least an upper second-class standing.
🟣Global Leaders Scholarship Application Form.

Application Deadlines
Round 1: October 3, 2025
Round 2: November 7, 2025

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🌍 Internship at the UN: Earth Observation for Water Management

Organization: United Nations Office for Outer Space Affairs (UNOOSA)
Locations: Vienna (Austria), Bonn (Germany), Beijing (China)
Duration: 6 months

What you'll be doing

🟣Online research on the application of space technologies in water resource management
🟣Working with remote sensing data and geospatial analysis
🟣Preparing maps and articles (scientific and popular science)
🟣Maintaining the Space4Water Portal: editing content, updating the glossary
🟣Preparing materials for social media and outreach activities

Requirements

🟣Senior undergraduate, graduate, or PhD students (or graduates)
🟣Proficiency in Excel, Libre Base, and basic work skills Remote data and GIS will be a plus.
🟣Fluent in English (knowledge of other official UN languages ​​is a plus)
🟣Readiness to work in a multicultural environment and interest in UN missions.

➡️Deadline: October 10, 2025
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🎓 Scholarship to study in Germany

DAAD EPOS (Development-Related Postgraduate Courses) is a government program aimed at training specialists from developing and newly industrialized countries. The scholarship offers the opportunity to earn a Master's or PhD degree at a German university.

What it covers:
🟣Monthly stipend: €992 for Master's students, €1,300–1,400 for PhD students.
🟣Health insurance, accident and liability insurance.
🟣Travel allowance.
🟣Possible additional benefits: rent, family allowance.

Requirements:
🟣Citizenship of one of the countries participating in the program.
🟣Bachelor's degree (usually 4 years of study) in a relevant field.
🟣Minimum 2 years of professional experience.
🟣Strong academic performance.

Scholarship duration:
🟣From 12 to 42 months, depending on the program.

Deadlines:
Programs have different deadlines - see the list of all 2026/27 courses with deadlines.
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🎓 Study Scholarship in Singapore

The NUS MBA is a prestigious program at the National University of Singapore, ranked among the top business schools in Asia and worldwide. The university offers a wide range of scholarships and grants for talented candidates with leadership qualities and high academic potential.

What is covered:
🟣 Merit-based scholarships and grants (partial or full tuition coverage).
🟣 Automatic consideration of all applicants—no separate application required.

Requirements:
🟣 Candidates with
strong leadership potential, excellent academic results, and a desire to impact business and society.
🟣 For APEC and ADB-JSP scholarships, applications must be submitted before the second round of admissions.

Deadlines:
🟣 Scholarships are awarded on a rolling basis throughout the admissions cycle.
🟣The earlier you apply, the higher your chance of receiving funding.

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🎓 Study Scholarship in China

The Zhengzhou University Presidential Scholarship provides full funding for international graduate students wishing to study at Zhengzhou University (ZZU). The program is primarily designed for doctoral students and supports international academic exchange and research.

What it covers:

🟣Full tuition fees.
🟣 Free accommodation.
🟣 Monthly stipend of CNY 3,500.

Requirements:

🟣 Foreign nationals under 40 years of age who are not currently pursuing doctoral studies at a Chinese university.
🟣 Excellent academic performance in a master's program (for Pakistan, 18 years of education).
🟣 Proficiency in Chinese (HSK 5 with a minimum score of 210) or English (IELTS 6.5+), depending on the language of the program.
🟣 Good health and a clean criminal record.

Deadlines:
December 15, 2025 — for the spring semester (March).

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🎓 Scholarship to study in Italy

The Politecnico di Torino PhD Scholarship is a prestigious program for international students wishing to pursue doctoral training at one of Europe's top technical universities.

What it covers:

🟣Annual scholarship — €18,854.52
🟣A minimum of 96 grants are available for PhD students in the 41st cycle.

Requirements:

🟣Applicants from all countries.
🟣Master's degree or equivalent (in a related field).
🟣Interest in research in engineering, architecture, urban studies, and design.

Application deadline: November 14, 2025

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🇬🇧Scholarship to study in the UK

Abertay University offers a scholarship for new international undergraduate students entering the 2025 program.

🙂Support is £3,000 per year for a maximum of four years of study.
🙂No separate form is required. Students are automatically considered for the scholarship based on their application and motivation letter.

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🎓 PhD Scholarship in Germany

The Cologne Graduate School of Research invites talented master's and medical graduates to an international and interdisciplinary environment. The program focuses on molecular and cell biology, biochemistry, neuroscience, biophysics, bioinformatics, and age-related disease research.

What the program covers:

🙂Fully funded tuition (PhD contract through the University of Cologne).
🙂Work in modern laboratories with leading international researchers.
🙂Participation in interdisciplinary projects and the opportunity for early independent research.

Requirements:

🙂Master's degree (or equivalent) in biology, bioinformatics, biochemistry, medicine, or related fields.
🙂For medical graduates, relevant research experience.
🙂Excellent English proficiency.
🙂Motivation and research experience.

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🎓 Scholarship to Study in South Korea

UST is one of Korea's leading research universities in science and technology, offering graduate students (Master's, PhD, and integrated programs) not only tuition but also comprehensive financial support.

What's covered:

🟣Scholarship
🟣Full tuition (2,500,000 KRW/semester covered by the scholarship).
🟣Additional grants and awards for scientific publications.
🟣Funding opportunities for internships abroad and participation in international conferences (airfare, accommodation, insurance, registration fees).

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🇯🇵 Free trip to Japan for students and young professionals

Stadikovtsy, dreaming of seeing Japan?

The MIRAI (Japan's Friendship Ties Program) program covers all travel expenses, accommodations, meals, and cultural program. Participants will spend a week in Japan in January 2026, with the application deadline being October 15th.

Format:

🔵Online module before the trip,
🔵Visit to Japan in January 2026 (7 days of lectures, meetings, and cultural program).

What MIRAI covers:

🔵Airfare
🔵Accommodation
🔵Meals
🔵Cultural program and transportation in Japan

Who can apply:

🔵Undergraduate and graduate students,
🔵Young professionals,
🔵Age 20 and older,
🔵English proficiency.

To help you navigate the paperwork and deadlines, we've prepared a free MIRAI application checklist for you.
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🎓 MOPGA 2026 Fellowship in France for Researchers

The Make Our Planet Great Again (MOPGA) program is one of the flagship grants of the French Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs, supporting young scientists researching climate, ecology, and sustainable development.

Since 2018, MOPGA has brought together the best researchers from around the world, creating an international community working on global environmental challenges.

What the scholarship includes:

🔵 Monthly allowance — €2,500
🔵 One-time installation fee — €500
🔵 Health insurance and social coverage in France
🔵 French Government Fellowship (BGF) status

Research topics:

🔵 Earth Sciences
🔵 Climate and Sustainable Development
🔵 Energy Transition
🔵 Social Challenges Related to Ecology
🔵 One Health approach — human, animal, and ecosystem health
🔵 Innovative projects using cutting-edge technologies are encouraged.

Deadline: December 12, 2025

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🎓 TechGirls 2026 Program in the USA

TechGirls is a US Department of State summer educational program for girls aged 15-17 interested in STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics). Participants complete a three-week intensive course in the US with hands-on projects, followed by seven months of online training and mentoring.

What the program includes:

🔵 A 23-day internship in the USA with a course from Virginia Tech University
🔵 City visits (Austin, Seattle, Detroit, etc.) to learn about STEM companies
🔵 Participation in educational, career, and cultural events
🔵 A 7-month mentorship and project program upon returning home
🔵 Full funding: flights, accommodations, meals, and all activities are covered

Requirements:

🔵Age 15 to 17 (born between July 12, 2008 and July 11, 2011)
🔵 Citizenship and residence in one of the participating countries
🔵 Advanced level of English
🔵 Interest in STEM and a desire to develop a project in your home country
🔵 Willingness to complete at least one semester of school after the program
🔵 Willingness to implement a community-based project after Returns

Deadline: December 4, 2025, 12:00 PM (EST)

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🎓 Scholarship for Studying in France

One of the most prestigious government programs of France — the Eiffel Excellence Scholarship — was established by the French Ministry for Europe and Foreign Affairs to attract talented international students to pursue Master’s and PhD programs at French universities.

What it covers:

💸Master’s: monthly allowance of €1,200
💸PhD: monthly allowance of €2,100
💸Round-trip airfare to and from France (partial coverage up to 50% of the fare)
💸Housing assistance from Campus France
💸Comprehensive health insurance
💸Exemption from tuition fees at public universities
💸Cultural and educational activities in France

Deadline: January 8, 2026
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🎓 Summer Research Program in Switzerland

The EPFL Summer Research Program (SRP) is a prestigious opportunity for bachelor’s and first-year master’s students in biology, biophysics, chemistry, bioengineering, bioinformatics, and quantitative biology to spend 8 weeks conducting research in the leading laboratories of the École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL) — one of Europe’s top scientific universities.

📅 Program Dates:
July 3 – August 27, 2026

What the Program Offers:

💸8 weeks of hands-on research experience in EPFL laboratories
💸Mentorship from top scientists and participation in seminars
💸An international academic environment on the shores of Lake Geneva
💸Accommodation on campus and organized cultural activities

Eligibility:

💸Bachelor’s students (3rd year and above) or first-year master’s students
💸Fields of study: Life Sciences, Biology, Biochemistry, Chemistry, Bioengineering, Biophysics, Bioinformatics
💸Strong academic record
💸Proficiency in English (minimum level: B2)

📌 Application Deadline:
November 15, 2025 (annual call)

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🌍 Internship at the United Nations in Washington, D.C.

The UNDP Washington Representation Office is now accepting applications for Spring and Fall 2026 internships. The office collaborates closely with the U.S. Congress, the State Department, USAID, the World Bank, international organizations, and the media.

Internship Tracks:
🔵General Internship — analytical support, event organization, database management, participation in congressional hearings.
🔵Communications & Outreach Internship — support for communications, social media, website updates, content preparation, and media monitoring.

Details:
🔵Duration: 3–6 months
🔵Location: Washington, D.C. (hybrid or remote options available)
🔵Stipend: Monthly grant (amount depends on placement)
🔵Additional expenses: Covered by the intern

Deadline:
Apply by January 15, 2026 (for internships starting from March to June 15).

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🇬🇧UK Study Scholarship

Falmouth University offers 15 partial scholarships of £2,000 each to the most talented international students starting their undergraduate studies in September 2026.

Scholarship Amount:

£2,000 (one-off, tuition fee reduction)

The funds will be automatically deducted from the second tuition fee payment. The scholarship is awarded for one academic year and is not renewable.

Requirements:

💸Be an international student
💸Be a new student at Falmouth University (2026/27 academic year)
💸Enroll in a full-time, on-campus undergraduate degree (not online)
💸Be self-funded (no other sources of funding)
💸Receive an offer from the university by 3 April 2026 (23:59 GMT)
💸Apply for a Vice-Chancellor's Scholarship by 6 April 2026 (23:59 GMT) — applicants are automatically considered for the International Talent Scholarship.

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