The Government of Estonia is offering scholarships to international students for degree and exchange studies in Estonia. Funded by the Estonian Ministry of Education and Research and the Education and Youth Board, this scholarship provides a living stipend of €7,920 per year. Tuition fees for all programs are fully covered.
This guide will help you understand the details of the scholarship and provide a step-by-step process to apply successfully.
Overview of the Estonia Scholarship
- Host Country: Estonia
- Study Abroad: Europe
- Category: Undergraduate, Postgraduate, Masters, PhD Scholarships
- Eligible Countries: 40 Selected Countries
- Rewards: Full Scholarship, €7,920 Stipend/Yr
- No IELTS Required
- Deadline: September 1, 2024
- Scholarship Alerts: For updates on scholarships, you can receive alerts on WhatsApp by clicking here.
Scholarship Details
The Estonian Ministry of Education and Research and the Education and Youth Board offer these scholarships to foreign nationals based on bilateral agreements. Since 2016, the Government of Estonia Scholarships have been part of the Estonian Scholarship Programme, supporting international students, researchers, and academic staff.
Eligibility Requirements
To be eligible for the Estonia Degree and Exchange Program, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Degree Students:
- Undergraduate level: Fields related to the Estonian language and culture.
- Master’s and Doctoral levels: All fields of study.
- Exchange Students:
- Must be enrolled in a foreign higher education institution.
- The scholarship covers up to 10 calendar months per year in Estonia.
Eligible Countries Include:
Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belgium, Brazil, Bulgaria, Canada, Croatia, Czech Republic, Cyprus, Egypt, Finland, France, Georgia, Germany, Great Britain, Greece, Hungary, India, Indonesia, Israel, Italy, Kazakhstan, Latvia, Lithuania, Mexico, Moldova, People’s Republic of China, Philippines, Poland, Portugal, Republic of Korea, Slovenia, Spain, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Tunisia, Turkey, Ukraine, United States of America.
Benefits of the Scholarship
- Bachelor’s and Master’s students receive €350 per month.
- Doctoral students receive €660 per month.
- Degree students are funded for 12 months of the academic year.
- Exchange students are funded for up to 10 calendar months per year.
Required Documents
To apply, candidates need to prepare the following documents:
- Completed application form
- Motivation letter
- Valid identification (passport or ID)
- Confirmation of admission from an Estonian higher education institution
- Translations if documents are not in Estonian or English
Application Process
To apply for the 2024 Government of Estonia Scholarship, follow these steps:
- Visit the scholarship application page and apply for admission to a foreign higher institution in Estonia.
- Gather the required documents and submit your application through the Submission Link.
- Download the application form and attach all relevant documents.
- Submit your application form and required documents to rvo.dokumendid@harno.ee.
- Ensure all documents are attached to the email. Scanned copies of signed documents are acceptable.
The application period is open from August 1, 2024, to September 1, 2024 (23:59, Estonian time). Applications without a confirmation letter of admission from an Estonian higher education institution will not be processed.
Deadline: September 1, 2024
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