Scholarship
Václav Havel Bursary
This bursary supports international students whose studies are hindered or prevented by repression under totalitarian, authoritarian, or other non-democratic regimes. It is available for both foundation and degree programs.
About this scholarship
Václav Havel Bursary is offered by Charles University at bachelor, master, phd and certificate level. The award is valued at EUR 1,300 per month, provided as living stipend 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 living stipend funding. Applicants selected receive EUR 1,300 per month. Selection is need-based, so financial circumstances are central to the assessment.
Who can apply
The award is open to candidates applying at bachelor, master, phd and certificate level. No nationality restriction is recorded for this award.
Eligibility
International students facing political repression or restricted access to education in their home countries.
How to apply
Applications close on 2027-03-01. Requirements are set by the provider and can change between intakes, so verify each item on the official page before submitting.
Eligible study levels
bachelor, master, phd and certificate
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
- Charles University
- Award
- EUR 1,300 per month
- Funding type
- living stipend
- Selection basis
- Need-based
- Study levels
- bachelor, master, phd and certificate
- Nationality
- No restriction recorded
- Deadline
- Open · 2027-03-01
- Renewable
- Yes
- Verification
- Not yet manually verified
Confirm current eligibility, deadlines, and application instructions with the provider before applying.
Reference sourceSource last checked: 2026-08-27