Are you wondering about participating in a Summer or Winter School in Estonia or looking for a degree, Exchange, or Research Scholarship in Estonia? We have covered it all. The applications are now open for the Republic of Estonia Government Scholarships for the academic year 2026. The scholarship is offered by the Estonian Ministry of Education and Research and the Education and Youth Board. This scholarship is available to international students interested in participating in short summer and winter schools, pursuing higher education (Master’s or PhD), and to researchers and academic staff. More details are below.
Details About the Republic of Estonia Government Scholarships 2026
- Host Country: Estonia
- Degree Level: Short Programs, Master’s, PhD
- Funded by: Estonian Ministry of Education and Research and the Education and Youth Board
- Deadline: 1st May 2026
Financial Benefits
The Scholarship Covers:
- 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:
1) 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.
2) 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.
3) Scholarships for Research Grants for Academic Staff
These grants support foreign researchers and academic staff conducting research or teaching at Estonian universities.
How to Apply for the Republic of Estonia Government Scholarships 2026?
Candidates can apply online from the Government of Estonia website. For each type of scholarship, there are different requirements and the required documents needed. Please read the full information from the official website. The link is below.