Austria's Ernst Mach Scholarship Grant 2025: Now Accepting Applications

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Ernst Mach Scholarship 2025: Apply Now for Funding

Take your academic career to the next level in Austria! The prestigious Ernst Mach Scholarship 2025, supported by the Republic of Austria and administered by OeAD-GmbH, welcomes applications from talented international postgraduates, PhD candidates and postdoctoral researchers. This esteemed program offers comprehensive benefits, fostering academic excellence amidst Europe’s rich cultural heritage.

The Ernst Mach Scholarship offers a unique opportunity for international students and researchers to pursue advanced studies in various academic disciplines, including but not limited to natural sciences, engineering, economics, humanities, social sciences, medicine and the arts.

The scholarship supports semester or one-year grants and research grants for durations ranging from 1 to 9 months.

Benefits of the Ernst Mach Scholarship

Monthly Stipend: €1,300 for the duration of your stay.
Accommodation Assistance:
- Affordable housing options, ranging from €330 to €800 per month.
- Administrative support with booking through OeAD.
Health Insurance Support:
- Guidance on obtaining health insurance accepted in Austria (cost: €55–€200/month).
Tuition Fee Waiver:
- Grant holders do not pay tuition fees at public universities.

Travel Subsidy:
- Up to €1,200 for applicants from eligible developing countries (travel invoices required).
Networking Opportunities:
- Build global connections with top researchers and institutions in Austria.

Eligibility Criteria

This scholarship is designed for early-career academics with a passion for research:

Who Can Apply?

- Postgraduates pursuing a PhD outside Austria.
- Postgraduates and postdocs seeking to conduct research in Austria for academic careers.
- Postdocs employed as researchers at universities outside Austria.
Age Limit: Applicants must be 35 years or younger (born on or after October 1, 1989).
Residency: Must not have lived, studied, or worked in Austria for six months prior to applying.
Language Skills: Proficiency in English and/or German is essential.