IE Foundation Kistefos Young Talented Leader Scholarships Program 2024

The program will enable young talent from Norway and Africa with a vision for business and innovation to study at IE University.

Over four years, the program will grant a total of 46 scholarships to candidates in Norway, South Africa, Liberia, and Ethiopia.  The Fellowships for Leading Norwegian Talent will include two scholarships for undergraduate studies and 20 scholarships for pre-experience masters and the Fellowships for Leading Africa Talent will include 24 scholarships for pre-experience masters for candidates. 

• Table of Content
• About IE Foundation
• Kistefos Young Talented Leader Scholarships Program
• Aim and Benefits of Kistefos Young Talented Leader Scholarships Program
• Requirements for Kistefos Young Talented Leader Scholarships Program Qualification
• Application Deadline
• How to Apply

About IE Foundation

IE Foundation was established in 1997. According to President Diego del Alcázar, its original objective was to “take whatever actions necessary to efficiently contribute to business development, and in particular, to benefit the least advantaged sectors of the population by promoting the incorporation of young people into business.” In the more than twenty years since then, the Foundation has worked to carry out this initial vision and expand its work to new areas. Geographically speaking, it now operates throughout Europe, North and South America, the Middle East, Northe... continue reading

Kistefos Young Talented Leader Scholarships Program

Aim and Benefits of Kistefos Young Talented Leader Scholarships Program

All scholarships will cover up to 100% of tuition fees including living expenses and travel arrangements for the master programs.

Requirements for Kistefos Young Talented Leader Scholarships Program Qualification

Scholarship candidates must demonstrate academic and personal excellence, strong leadership capabilities, an entrepreneurial mindset, and a commitment to impacting their home countries upon graduation.

Application Deadline

How to Apply

The Admissions process is as follows:

Online Application.
Online Assessment.
Entrance Exam: Students are required to take either the GMAT, GRE or IEGAT (IE Test).
Personal Interview (face-to-face or via Skype) with the Admissions Team.
Admission Committee Final Decision: Candidates will receive the final decision within one to three weeks.

For more details, visit IE Foundation website.