Fulbright-Aalto University Graduate Award

The Fulbright-Aalto University Graduate Award offers up to 2 awards to pursue study or research at the Master's or Doctoral level at Aalto University in Finland. The grant is primarily targeted for students who wish to complete a full Master's degree at Aalto University, though academically talented doctoral students and Master's degree exchange students (non-degree students) can also be considered. The award includes a monthly stipend of EUR 1,000 for 9 months, travel award of USD 1,600, full-tuition scholarship, and additional benefits including a pre-approved summer school on Finnish language and culture, and residence permit allowance for grantee and family members. The tuition scholarship is granted also for the second year of master's studies provided that the grantee has been successful in their studies during the first year. The grant term begins in early September, and grantees participate in a compulsory Arrival Orientation in Finland organized by the Fulbright Finland Foundation. Recipients can engage in a summer school consisting of courses on Finnish language, culture, and society starting as early as July. English is widely spoken in academic circles and Finnish or Swedish language proficiency is not required unless needed to successfully complete the project or study plan, as Finnish universities offer a wide selection of programs and courses taught in English.