Program overview The Republic of Estonia Government Scholarships 2026
- Host country: Estonia
- Study level: Short Programs, Master’s, PhD
- Funded by: Estonian Ministry of Education and Research and the Education and Youth Board.
- Application deadline: 1st May 2026
Financial support and benefits
Selected recipients typically receive
- Full Tuition Coverage (selected programs)
- Monthly living stipend
- International travel grants
- Health insurance
- Accommodation assistance
- University facility access
- Summer/winter school funding
Types of Estonian Government Scholarships
Three types of Scholarship Programs
Scholarships for Degree and Exchange Studies in Estonia
- These scholarships support international students already pursuing Bachelor’s, Master’s, and PhD degrees in Estonia.
- Exchange students are also eligible.
- Primarily for Master’s and PhD programs, with Bachelor’s level support mainly for Estonian language and culture studies.
Scholarships for Summer and Winter Schools (short Programs)
International applicants interested in participating in the Summer and Winter Schools of the Estonian universities. The scholarship is open to Bachelor’s, Master’s, and PhD students. The Summer School is on the Estonian language and culture.
Scholarships for Research Grants for Academic Staff
These grants support foreign researchers and academic staff conducting research or teaching at Estonian universities.
