EUI Scholarship
Research fellowship funded by the Dutch government and managed by Nuffic, allowing more than 20 students to pursue a four-year doctoral program at the European University Institute in Florence, Italy.
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The European University Institute Scholarship provides funding for researchers to conduct doctoral studies at the European University Institute located in San Domenico di Fiesole, Florence, Italy.
Each year, EU member states and other European national government authorities distribute research grants to successful candidates. The Dutch government awards over 20 students the opportunity to complete a four-year doctoral program through this scheme.
The education and research program spans four primary disciplines: history and cultural studies, economic sciences, law, and political and social sciences.
The program is structured across four distinct years. The first year establishes a solid foundation for doctoral work and research design. The second and third years focus on independent research, fieldwork, data collection, and thesis writing with intensive supervision. The fourth year centers on finalizing and defending the dissertation.
Due to a high volume of applications in political and social sciences, applicants focusing on history and cultural sciences, economic sciences, or law are strongly encouraged to apply.
Through its efficient mix of courses, seminars, and intensive guidance, 89 percent of PhD researchers successfully defend their dissertations.
Eligible Levels
Eligible Fields
Why Choose This Scholarship?
Enables doctoral research at an international institute in Florence, Italy
Provides four years of structured funding supported by the Dutch government
Features a high completion rate with 89 percent of researchers successfully defending their dissertations
Includes a comprehensive curriculum combining coursework, seminars, and intensive supervision
What the Scholarship Covers
Studying in Netherlands
Although managed via Dutch authorities and Nuffic, the study location is at the European University Institute in Florence, Italy.
Eligibility Requirements
5 requirements
Documents Checklist
3 documents required
How to Apply - Step by Step
Review eligibility criteria and select an appropriate academic discipline among history and cultural sciences, economic sciences, law, or political and social sciences.
Prepare the required application documents, including a research proposal.
Submit the application to the European University Institute and the national selection authorities.
Await selection results from the Dutch government and the European University Institute.
Application Timeline
Varies - confirm on official site
Application Opening
Check the WilWeg and EUI websites for exact dates.
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Selection and Award
Dutch government selects over 20 students annually.
Varies - confirm on official site
Program Commencement
First year begins at the European University Institute in Florence.
Insider Tips & Pro Tips
Focus your research proposal on history and cultural sciences, economic sciences, or law to balance the high applicant volume in political and social sciences.
Review the 10 Reasons to Choose the EUI Doctoral Programme guide provided on the official portal.
Consult the Recognition of the EUI Doctorate resource to understand credential validity in your target region.
Check both the WilWeg portal and the European University Institute website for updated admission timelines.
Prepare your research proposal well in advance to meet rigorous academic standards.
Frequently Asked Questions
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The EUI Scholarship is primarily intended for candidates who meet the national selection criteria defined by the Dutch government for placement at the European University Institute. Check specific nationality rules on the official website.
The program covers history and cultural sciences, economic sciences, law, and political and social sciences. Applications in disciplines other than political and social sciences are particularly encouraged due to high application volumes in that field.
The scholarship supports a four-year doctoral program divided into foundational coursework, intensive research, and thesis defense.
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This scholarship typically opens around Varies - confirm on official site. Confirm the current cycle and deadline on the official portal.
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