Can someone with third class in science get scholarship in Europe, US, and Asia countries?

Answer:

That’s a very important question. Let me give you a clear and realistic answer:

1. Scholarships in Europe

• Highly competitive scholarships (like Erasmus Mundus, DAAD, Chevening) usually require at least a second-class upper or equivalent GPA. With a third class, it would be very difficult to qualify for these.
• However, some universities in Eastern Europe or smaller EU countries may accept students with lower GPAs if they have strong motivation letters, relevant work experience, or if they apply for tuition reduction rather than full scholarships.
• Private organizations and certain professional/skills-based scholarships may not weigh academic class as heavily.

2. Scholarships in the United States

• Most U.S. graduate scholarships are merit-based, so a third class degree can be a barrier. Universities usually want at least a 2.7–3.0 GPA equivalent.
• Still, there are pathway programs, foundation years, or conditional admissions. If you gain admission into a U.S. program (even with a third class, sometimes through extra courses or professional qualifications), you may then apply for institutional scholarships once you prove yourself academically.
• Need-based scholarships in the U.S. focus more on your financial situation than grades, so those could be an option.

3. Scholarships in Asia (China, Japan, South Korea, etc.)

• Government scholarships like the Chinese Government Scholarship (CSC) or MEXT (Japan) usually require good academic standing, often equivalent to second class or higher.
• With a third class, it’s tough to qualify directly. But some universities may admit students to language-preparatory or foundation programs, and once admitted, you may become eligible for scholarships after showing good results.
• In countries like India, Malaysia, or the Philippines, some universities and private organizations offer more flexible scholarship programs where work experience and career goals weigh more than academic class.

4. How You Can Improve Your Chances

Even with a third class, you can increase your opportunities by:

• Gaining professional certifications (e.g., in your science field, project management, or IT) to strengthen your profile.
• Applying for need-based or partial scholarships, where grades are not the only factor.
• Starting with a postgraduate diploma, foundation program, or master’s pre-entry course—after strong performance there, you can transition to full scholarships.
• Writing a very strong motivation letter showing your determination, goals, and why you deserve the scholarship.
• Highlighting work experience, community service, or research projects you’ve done outside formal academics.

✅ Conclusion: With a third class in science, getting a full merit-based scholarship directly for a master’s or PhD in Europe, the US, or Asia will be very challenging. But you still have pathways through need-based aid, less competitive universities, foundation programs, or by strengthening your application with work experience and certifications.

Would you like me to give you a list of scholarships that don’t strictly require top grades, so you can focus on those realistic options?