Scholarship
Ernst Mach Grant - worldwide
The Ernst Mach Grant worldwide is targeted at young researchers from all disciplines and countries (except Austria) who wish to pursue a research project in Austria. It is financed by the Austrian Federal Ministry of Education, Science and Research.
About this scholarship
Ernst Mach Grant - worldwide is offered by OeAD (Austria's Agency for Education and Internationalisation) for study in Austria at phd level. The award is valued at 1,300 EUR per month, provided as living stipend support.
What the funding covers
This scholarship is classified as living stipend funding. Applicants selected receive 1,300 EUR per month. Selection is merit-based and need-based, so both academic record and financial circumstances are assessed.
Who can apply
The award is open to candidates applying at phd level. Eligible study areas include Natural Sciences, Technical Sciences, Human Medicine, Health Sciences, Agricultural Sciences, Social Sciences and Humanities. Nationality requirements apply: Non-EU countries.
Eligibility
Young researchers from foreign universities who wish to come to Austria for a research or study stay.
How to apply
Applications close on 2027-02-01. Requirements are set by the provider and can change between intakes, so verify each item on the official page before submitting.
Eligible study levels
phd
Fields of study
Natural Sciences, Technical Sciences, Human Medicine, Health Sciences, Agricultural Sciences, Social Sciences and Humanities
Nationality requirements
Non-EU countries
Funding basis
Merit-based and Need-based
Some scholarship details still require source confirmation. Confirm the study destination and applicant eligibility with the provider before applying.
Key details
- Provider
- OeAD (Austria's Agency for Education and Internationalisation)
- Study destination
- Austria
- Award
- 1,300 EUR per month
- Funding type
- living stipend
- Selection basis
- Merit-based and Need-based
- Study levels
- phd
- Fields of study
- Natural Sciences, Technical Sciences, Human Medicine, Health Sciences, Agricultural Sciences, Social Sciences and Humanities
- Nationality
- Non-EU countries
- Deadline
- Open · 2027-02-01
Confirm current eligibility, deadlines, and application instructions with the provider before applying.
Reference sourceSource last checked: 2026-09-20