Scholarship
Higher Education Study Scholarships (Bolsas de Estudo para o Ensino Superior)
Need-based social support grants provided by the Portuguese government to assist students with the costs of higher education. These grants are intended to support students from lower-income households.
About this scholarship
Higher Education Study Scholarships (Bolsas de Estudo para o Ensino Superior) is offered by Direção-Geral do Ensino Superior (DGES) at bachelor and master level. The award is valued at Variable based on household income and number of dependents., provided as tuition and living support. Funding is renewable, so it can continue across more than one year of study subject to the provider's conditions.
What the funding covers
This scholarship is classified as tuition and living funding. Applicants selected receive Variable based on household income and number of dependents.. Selection is need-based, so financial circumstances are central to the assessment.
Who can apply
The award is open to candidates applying at bachelor and master level. Nationality requirements apply: EU/EEA nationals.
Eligibility
Primarily for EU/EEA students or those with national-equivalent status who demonstrate financial need.
How to apply
Applications close on 2026-09-30. Requirements are set by the provider and can change between intakes, so verify each item on the official page before submitting.
Eligible study levels
bachelor and master
Nationality requirements
EU/EEA nationals
Funding basis
Need-based
Some scholarship details still require source confirmation. Confirm the study destination and applicant eligibility with the provider before applying.
Key details
- Provider
- Direção-Geral do Ensino Superior (DGES)
- Award
- Variable based on household income and number of dependents.
- Funding type
- tuition and living
- Selection basis
- Need-based
- Study levels
- bachelor and master
- Nationality
- EU/EEA nationals
- Deadline
- Closed · 2026-09-30
- Renewable
- Yes
Confirm current eligibility, deadlines, and application instructions with the provider before applying.
Reference sourceSource last checked: 2026-09-20