ARQUS TALENT SCHOLARSHIP: STUDY IN EUROPE FOR FREE
Are you a talented graduate or student seeking a world-class postgraduate education in Europe? The Arqus Talent Scholarship might be the perfect key to unlock your potential. This prestigious program, offered by the Arqus European University Alliance, empowers individuals from around the globe to pursue their Master’s or Doctoral degrees at one of their esteemed partner universities.
Benefits Tailored for Success:
- Financial Support: A generous monthly stipend of €1,400 covers your living expenses, medical insurance, and study materials. Additionally, tuition fees at your chosen Arqus university are fully covered for the duration of your scholarship.
- Mobility Experience: A unique aspect of the program is the mandatory mobility period at a second Arqus partner university. This allows you to broaden your academic horizons and gain valuable international experience.
- Special Needs Support: Recognizing the diverse needs of applicants, the Arqus Scholarship offers a €250/month special needs fund for those who qualify.
- Scholarship Duration: The scholarship supports your studies for the standard duration of your chosen program, with a maximum of 24 months for Master’s and 36 months for Doctoral degrees. The overall tenure is capped at September 30th, 2026.
- Become an Arqus Ambassador: The program fosters a sense of community and encourages scholars to actively participate in Arqus initiatives, acting as ambassadors for the alliance.
Eligibility Criteria: Standing Out from the Crowd
- Academic Excellence: Demonstrate your academic prowess by holding admission to a Master’s or Doctoral program at an Arqus university and possessing a minimum overall grade of B (according to the ECTS grading system).
- Mobility Integration: Craft a compelling motivation statement that details how you plan to integrate a study period at a second Arqus university into your academic journey.
- Active Participation: Showcase your enthusiasm for contributing to the Arqus community by outlining your vision for active participation in Arqus activities.
- Open to All Deserving Applicants: Even if you are already receiving a state scholarship, you are welcome to apply for the Arqus scholarship.
- Meeting Partner Requirements: Ensure you fulfill the specific admission requirements set by your chosen Arqus university.
Preparing Your Application: A Smooth Process
To submit a competitive application, gather the following documents:
- Confirmation of application to your chosen Arqus university
- A well-crafted motivation statement
- PhD research proposal (required for doctoral applicants)
- Your Bachelor’s or Master’s degree certificate
- Official transcript of records or diploma supplement
- A strong letter of recommendation
- Updated curriculum vitae (CV)
- Passport copy
- Proof of belonging to a group with fewer opportunities (if applicable)
- Language certificate (demonstrating proficiency, if required)
If you have not yet received your BA/MA diploma/degree certificate, please contact talent-scholarship@arqus-alliance.eu for further assistance.
Partner Universities for Arqus Talent Scholarship
The Arqus European University Alliance brings together 9 longstanding comprehensive research universities. The member universities are:
- University of Wrocław (Poland)
- University of Granada (Spain)
- University of Graz (Austria)
- Leipzig University (Germany)
- Maynooth University (Ireland)
- University of Minho (Portugal)
- University of Padua (Italy)
- Vilnius University (Lithuania)
How to Apply for Arqus Talent Scholarship 2024 (Step by Step)
To apply for the Arqus Talent Scholarship 2024, interested and qualified applicants should;
- Click on the button below to visit the scholarship application page
- Apply for a Masters or PhD Program at any one of the partner universities
- Apply for the scholarship on the Arqus website
- Successful applicants will also be required to participate actively in Arqus activities and act as Arqus Ambassadors within their two Arqus universities.
- An online orientation session with information about the compulsory mobility and the Arqus Ambassadors programmed will be organized for all successful applicants in September.
Source: Scholarship Region
