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Fulbright Graduate Student / Research Program

The Swedish Fulbright Commission issues grants to outstanding Swedish students who embody the mission of the Fulbright program. Grants are available for master's and doctoral programs or non-degree doctoral-level research at universities in the United States for up to a full academic year. The application process begins 18 months before the desired enrollment date at a U.S. university. Grants are open for all fields of study, except medicine (with the exception of public health and medical research), dentistry or veterinary medicine. For degree-seeking applicants, the minimum period of stay in the United States is one academic year (10 months). Visiting student researchers may apply for a period of 4-12 months. Fulbright grantees benefit from the expertise of the International Institute of Education (IIE) throughout the application and placement processes at U.S. universities. Students are chosen based on their academic merit and leadership potential. The Fulbright Program expects their grantees to demonstrate outstanding academic performance and actively contribute to the promotion of mutual understanding as unofficial ambassadors of their country. Swedish grantees receive a cash award from the Fulbright Commission and may be eligible for additional financial aid and/or cost-sharing from U.S. universities for the academic year. All Fulbright grantees are required to travel on a J-1 visa with a two year rule clause, which means that the grantee must spend two years in their home country before applying for a residence permit or other type of permanent stay in the United States. In cooperation with IIE, the Fulbright Commission will assist grantees with applying for admission and for supplementary financial assistance at a selection of their preferred U.S. universities.

Innovation in Diabetes Research Grant

Diabetes Wellness Sverige invites the submission of innovative research projects for funding in the field of diabetes. The Foundation is actively seeking research projects in Sweden which in the long term can lead to improved treatment methods and potentially a working remedy for people living with diabetes. This award is aimed at early to mid-career researchers with no more than seven years of postdoctoral experience. Applications can be basic or clinical research in any area of diabetes including causes, complications, treatment and prevention. The grant provides a maximum award value of 200,000 SEK for research duration of up to 1 year, with a possible no-cost extension upon justification. Applications will only be considered from researchers working in Swedish research institutions.

YWCA-YMCA of Sweden Film Grant

Since 2019, YWCA-YMCA of Sweden has actively invested in young filmmaking to strengthen young people's voices. The film grant is awarded to young filmmakers among partner organizations in Africa, Eastern Europe and Palestine to support projects that address young people's role and opportunities in society and/or young people's work towards a peaceful and sustainable society. The grant welcomes both those who are working with film as well as beginners. The film project should have a connection to the UN Security Council's Resolution on Youth, Peace and Security (UNSCR 2250), dealing with topics such as young people's participation in society and its development, youth safety and rights, young people's opportunities and potential, access to education and meaningful leisure time, and inclusion of different groups of youth. A total of two grants will be awarded annually.

Guest accommodation in Paris, Swedish Institute

The Swedish Arts Grants Committee's International Programme for Visual and Applied Artists, IASPIS, collaborates with Institut Suedois in Paris to provide guest accommodation and stipend support for visual arts practitioners. The grant holder receives access to housing in a renovated 16th-century building in the Marais district and a stipend to cover travel and living expenses during their one-month stay. The Swedish Institute in Paris hosts programme activities involving music, literature, performing arts, design and visual arts. The purpose of this collaboration is to support artists' opportunities to create, develop and nurture contacts abroad. The six guest flats were renovated and furnished in 2019 by leading Swedish interior architects and designers. The one-room flat has two beds and a small work area, though it is primarily residential and cannot be used as a studio or rehearsal space.

Residency in Bangalore, 1 Shanthiroad

The Swedish Arts Grants Committee's International Programme for Visual and Applied Artists, IASPIS, offers a two-month residency at 1Shanthiroad Studio/Gallery in Bangalore, India. The residency is designed for professional artists in visual and applied arts to create, develop and nurture their contacts outside Sweden. 1Shanthiroad is the oldest and most established residency in Bangalore, founded in 2003, and provides a workspace, studio apartment, and integration into the local artistic community. The residency includes a stipend of SEK 45,000 to cover travel, living expenses and material costs. The studio apartments are best suited for desk work, with shared meals being a regular feature. Artists will have access to Bangalore's vibrant arts scene, including connections to artists working with gender, sexuality, and new media technology, as well as opportunities to collaborate with other artists and engage with the city's rich cultural resources including museums, galleries, botanical gardens, and craft traditions.

Assistant grant

An assistant grant makes it possible to develop your work together with a more experienced colleague for a period of 5–10 months. You yourself contact the artist you want to assist and agree on the tasks. With such a grant, you work 50 percent as an assistant and can use the remaining time for your own artistic work. The grant is designed for professional artists in the field of visual arts or design who want to develop their artistic practice through mentorship and hands-on learning from an established artist. Recipients must be residents in Sweden or practice most of their art in Sweden, and cannot be students for more than 50 percent of their time when the award decision is made. The assistant grant provides financial support to enable emerging artists to gain valuable experience while continuing their own creative work.

Guest accommodation in Berlin

The Swedish Arts Grants Committee's International Programme for Theatre offers a stay in a guest accommodation in Berlin for professional artists in theatre who reside in Sweden and/or have their main artistic activity in Sweden. The grant holder will get access to housing and a grant to cover travel and living expenses during their stay. The purpose of these residencies abroad is to support artists' opportunities to create, develop and nurture their contacts outside Sweden. Berlin offers fantastic opportunities to access vibrant theatre and cultural life. The stay can be designed according to individual needs, and provides a space for an intensive work period, to nurture contacts, or for collaborations with colleagues or other actors in the city. The accommodation is a 2-room apartment located in Kreuzberg on the 4th floor without a lift, featuring a spiral staircase. Two people working together can apply, each submitting their own application and sharing the apartment.

Project Grant - Dance and Circus

The Project Grant for Dance and Circus is designed to support projects that promote artistic development for professional dancers, choreographers, and circus artists. The grant supports projects with clearly formulated goals and defined start and end dates. Applications can be for creating new works, experimenting with new working methods, or developing new ideas. The grant covers costs directly related to the project, such as salaries for participants, materials, premises rental, or travel expenses. Grant recipients are selected based on the quality of artistic activities and the applicant's financial need. The program aims to distribute grants to artists in different parts of Sweden and across a variety of artistic expressions. The grant must be requisitioned by October 1st of the award year and requires a report within one month of the project's completion date.

Project grant - Film

This grant is to support film projects that promote artistic development. The project must have a clearly formulated goal with a clear start and end date. You can apply for project grants for the production of short and documentary films or for experiments and development work. The Swedish Arts Grants Committee is rarely able to finance entire films, so it is recommended to apply for a project grant for a certain phase of a production, such as getting started with a production, and then make new applications for later stages. The grant can cover costs directly related to the project, including salaries for the applicant and other participants, materials, premises rental, or travel expenses. Applications are assessed based on artistic quality and financial need, with review conducted by a panel of practicing artists or experts in film.

Project Grant - Theatre

The Project Grant for Theatre supports projects that promote artistic development for professional theatre artists in Sweden. The grant is intended for clearly formulated projects with defined start and end dates. Eligible applicants include practicing artists such as actors, directors, mimes, musical artists, performance artists, clowns, scenographers, lighting designers, mask designers, costume designers, sound designers, puppeteers, or playwrights. The funding can support small performing arts productions, workshops to try out new ways of working, develop new techniques, or establish new collaborations. The grant covers project-related costs such as salaries for participants, materials, premises rental, or travel expenses. Applicants must be professional artists who earn a living entirely or partly from their artistic activities and regularly present their art to an audience or in an artistic context.

Project grant

The Swedish Arts Grants Committee offers project grants to support practitioners in the field of music, including musicians, composers, music producers, and conductors. This grant is designed to support projects that promote artistic development with a clearly formulated goal and defined start and end dates. Applicants can seek funding to work in project form with creating new music, trying new working methods, or developing new techniques. The grant covers costs directly related to the project such as salaries for the applicant and other participants, materials, premises rental, or travel expenses. Recipients must be professional artists who earn a living entirely or partly from artistic activities and regularly present their art to an audience or in an artistic context. The grant amount is determined based on the submitted project budget, with no defined cap on the amount that can be requested.

Residency in Berlin, Germany

The Swedish Arts Grants Committee's International Programme for Music offers a residency programme in Berlin for professional musical artists in electronic pop music with a focus on house and techno. This residency provides an opportunity for artistic immersion and contacts within electronic pop music. The residency includes studio space and accommodation in the Kreuzberg district. The accommodation is paid for by the Swedish Arts Grants Committee, while the workplace is planned and financed by the grant holder in collaboration with a local coordinator. The residency aims to promote artistic development as well as broaden the work and future income opportunities of artists-in-residence. The duration is typically 4-8 weeks based on the applicant's desired length of stay and availability. For a four-week stay, the grant holder receives SEK 50,000, which covers the residency grant, standardized travel costs, and accommodation expenses.

Working Grants and Long-Term Grants - Visual and Applied Arts

Working grants provide practitioners in the visual arts, photography, design, crafts, illustration, textile art or architecture with the opportunity to pursue and deepen their artistic practice. The grants are available for periods of one, two, five or ten years. One and two-year working grants are tax-exempt, while five and ten-year grants are taxable. The Swedish Arts Grants Committee determines the appropriate grant period based on the applicant's experience and artistic development. Grant recipients are selected based on the quality of artistic activities and the applicant's financial need, with the goal of distributing grants to artists in different parts of the country and across a variety of artistic expressions. Applications are accepted once per year and require submission of work samples demonstrating current artistic practice.

International exchanges and travel grants theatre

The Swedish Arts Grants Committee provides grants for international exchanges and travel to support theatre artists' opportunities to create, develop and nurture contacts abroad. This includes support for international exchanges and travels abroad as well as international exchanges in Sweden. For travels abroad, exchanges may involve guest performances, tours, residencies, work stays, workshops, or active participation in events. Artists can also apply for self-initiated travel for professional development such as research, attending courses or workshops, visiting festivals or conferences, or meeting with collaborators. For exchanges in Sweden, artists can apply to invite foreign artists to Sweden for collaborative work, symposia, seminars, workshops or artistic projects aimed at strengthening artistic development and international contacts. The grant typically covers travel and living expenses, and in some cases transportation and participation fees, but does not include production costs, fees or salaries.

International Exchanges and Travel Grants Film

The Swedish Arts Grants Committee provides grants for international exchanges and travel to support film artists' opportunities to create, develop and nurture contacts abroad. This grant supports two main types of activities: international exchanges and travels abroad, and international exchanges in Sweden. For travel abroad, the grant covers various forms of exchange including guest performances, screenings at festivals, tours, residencies, work stays, workshops, or active participation in events, as well as self-initiated travel for professional development such as research, attending courses or workshops, visiting festivals or conferences, or meeting with collaborators. For exchanges in Sweden, the grant supports inviting foreign artists to Sweden for collaborative work or knowledge sharing through symposia, seminars, workshops, or artistic projects. The grants typically cover travel and living expenses, and in some cases transportation and participation fees, but do not include production costs, fees, or salaries.

International Exchanges and Travel Grants - Music

The Swedish Arts Grants Committee provides grants for international exchanges and travel to support artists' opportunities to create, develop and nurture contacts abroad. This grant program is specifically for professional artists in the field of music, including musicians, composers, music producers and conductors. The grant supports two main types of activities: international exchanges and travels abroad (such as guest performances, tours, work stays, workshops, active participation in events, or self-initiated professional development trips); and international exchanges in Sweden (inviting foreign artists to Sweden for collaborative work). The program aims to strengthen artists' international contacts and artistic development. Applications are accepted year-round with decisions made four times annually.

International exchanges and travel grants - Dance and Circus

The Swedish Arts Grants Committee provides grants for international exchanges and travel to support dancers, choreographers, and circus artists' opportunities to create, develop and nurture contacts abroad. This funding includes two main types: international exchanges and travels abroad, and international exchanges in Sweden. For travel abroad, grants can support guest performances, tours, residencies, work stays, workshops, active participation in events, or self-initiated travel for professional development such as research, courses, festivals, or meetings with collaborators. For exchanges in Sweden, artists can apply to invite foreign artists to Sweden for collaborations, workshops or seminars that strengthen artistic development and international contacts. The program is designed for artist-initiated exchanges rather than institutional programming. Applications are accepted year-round with decisions made quarterly, and grants can be awarded retroactively if applied for before the exchange takes place.

International Exchange and Travel Grant - Visual and Applied Arts

The Swedish Arts Grants Committee provides international exchange and travel grants to support artists in visual arts, photography, design, crafts, illustration, textile art, and architecture. The program supports artists' opportunities to create, develop and nurture contacts abroad through exchanges and travel. The grants support two main types of activities: international exchanges and travel abroad (including guest performances, exhibitions, residencies, workshops, conferences, and professional development trips) and international exchanges in Sweden (inviting foreign artists for collaborative work). Grants typically cover travel and living expenses, and in some cases transportation and participation fees. The program operates on a rolling basis with decisions made four times per year. Recipients must be professional artists resident in Sweden or primarily practicing their art in Sweden, earning a living entirely or partly from artistic activities and regularly presenting their work to an audience.

Working grants and long-term grants - Dance and Circus

A working grant gives dancers, choreographers, and circus artists the opportunity to pursue and deepen their artistic practice. The Swedish Arts Grants Committee offers working grants covering periods of one, two, five or ten years. One-year working grants are typically awarded, but two- and five-year working grants are also available. Ten-year long-term grants can be awarded to major artists who have been practicing for a long time. The grant provides financial support to professional artists in the field of dance and circus who are residents in Sweden or primarily practice their art there. Recipients are selected based on artistic quality and financial need, with consideration given to distributing grants across different parts of the country and various artistic expressions.

Sustainable School Health & Nutrition through HGSF in Kyrgyzstan

The WFP, in partnership with KOICA, is implementing a program to enhance nutritious school meals and promote sustainable school feeding solutions in the Kyrgyz Republic. The initiative combines improvements in nutrition, health, and hygiene with capacity-building at both school and national levels. The program aims to improve school meals, strengthen policy and institutional capacity, integrate WASH interventions, promote social and behavioral change, and foster sustainability. Coverage includes 40 schools across Naryn, Chui, Osh, Jalal-Abad, and Batken provinces, including Bishkek and Osh cities. School-level interventions include design and construction supervision of gender-segregated toilets with septic tanks, health and hygiene education programs, and formation of School WASH Committees for governance and maintenance. The program also includes invitational training programs in the Republic of Korea for school and government staff, strengthening institutional capacity at national and subnational levels. Expected outcomes include improved student health and hygiene, enhanced school infrastructure, strengthened policy and management capacity, and promotion of gender-sensitive interventions including Menstrual Health and Hygiene Management (MHM).

Call for EOIs: Strengthening Hydrometeorological Capacity under GCF/WFP Project

The WFP, in partnership with the Government of the Kyrgyz Republic, is implementing a multi-regional initiative to enhance climate change adaptation, disaster risk management, and food security. The program combines technical capacity-building, community engagement, and research to strengthen resilience across vulnerable populations. This initiative represents a holistic approach to climate adaptation, combining research, technical training, and community action. It covers seven regions in Kyrgyzstan including Naryn, Osh, Jalal-Abad, Chuyskaya, Issyk-Kul, Batken, and Talas. The program aims to empower vulnerable communities to make informed decisions about livelihoods, strengthen and diversify livelihoods, build multi-sectoral capacity at central and local authority levels, and climate-proof food systems through integration of climate forecasting and disaster risk management.

KSHITIJ – ICAR-CIRCOT Startup Incubation Programme

The KSHITIJ program, managed by the ICAR-Central Institute for Research on Cotton Technology (CIRCOT), is a specialized incubation initiative for agri-tech startups and innovators. It provides early-stage ventures with a Proof of Concept (PoC) or Minimum Viable Product (MVP) access to one month of intensive technical mentoring, field validation, and business modeling to scale agricultural innovations. The program bridges the gap between raw innovation and commercial viability by utilizing the expertise of ICAR-CIRCOT and its Agri-Business Incubation Centre (ABIC). Selected participants undergo 30 days of rigorous mentoring including technical guidance from ICAR scientists and industry experts, field validation, and business development support. The program targets specific technological interventions including advanced engineering (farm mechanization, robotics, smart harvesting), precision agriculture (digital agricultural solutions and precision farming tools), post-harvest management (post-harvest technology, processing, and specialized storage solutions), and logistics & business (market linkage, business modeling, and IP advisory). The KSHITIJ initiative operates on a Hub and Spoke model, with ICAR-CIRCOT Mumbai acting as the central hub and five other ICAR institutes providing regional outreach.

Åke Wiberg Foundation Grants for Medical Research

The Åke Wiberg Foundation supports medical research in Sweden by awarding grants to group leaders who obtained their doctorate within the past ten years and have developed an independent line of research. The foundation funds projects in both basic and clinical research. A key target group is newly appointed Assistant Professor (or equivalent time-limited career positions) who, after completing their PhD and postdoctoral training (preferably abroad), are now establishing a research group to address an important medical question. Grants are awarded to advance the research project and may be used for operating costs, equipment, or salaries for members of the research group. Typical grants range from SEK 400,000 to 600,000 per year and are awarded for up to three years, granted on a yearly basis requiring a new application each year. Additionally, the foundation awards a special three-year Åke Wiberg Major Grant of SEK 1.5 million per year (totaling SEK 4.5 million) to the highest-ranked application in the scientific review process. The Major Grant recipient also receives funds to organize a conference in their field of research.

Stiftelsen Evensonska stipendiefonden

Stiftelsen Evensonska stipendiefonden provides scholarships to one or more students with connections to Värmland who are studying at the University of Gothenburg. Eligible students must be under 30 years old and have completed at least one year of study in their field. The scholarship is available for four specific categories: students preparing to serve in the Swedish Church as priests, deacons, or church musicians; students preparing to become high school or elementary school teachers in modern European languages (except English), with preference given to German language; doctoral students in gastroenterology, with preference for studies on Crohn's disease; or doctoral students in medical kidney diseases. Students from Glava parish have priority. The scholarship can be received a maximum of three times.

Adlerbertska hospitiestiftelsen stipendium 2026

The Adlerbert Foreign Student Hospitality Foundation Scholarship is awarded to guest students at the University of Gothenburg. The scholarship amount varies, with recent years showing amounts between 4,000-6,000 SEK per scholarship. This scholarship is intended to support international students who are temporarily studying at the University of Gothenburg and plan to return to their home countries after completing their studies. Recipients must be registered at the university during the scholarship year (between July 1, 2025 and June 30, 2026) for a study period of at least three months. The scholarship can only be awarded once per applicant and is not available to students receiving Swedish study support (CSN) or those with permanent residence permits in Sweden.

FAO Award for Innovation

The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) recognizes individuals, institutions, or organizations that have developed innovative approaches, technologies, or practices with a clear and positive impact on food security, sustainable agrifood systems, natural resource management, or rural livelihoods. The award includes a cash prize of US$10 thousand and an official certificate of recognition. Eligible nominees may come from the public or private sector, civil society, academia, or international organizations. Nominations must be endorsed by an FAO Representative or FAO senior official to be considered for this prestigious award.

AGRO-WELL — Smart Farming Solutions

The AGRO-WELL program invites startups, SMEs, research institutes, NGOs, and commercial farms developing smart farming technologies using AI, robotics, augmented reality (AR), data tools or automation to submit proposals to demonstrate and validate their solutions on commercial farms. Selected projects receive funding to carry out 12–18-month demonstrations starting in October 2026 across greenhouse, open-field or pig farming systems. The call is open to applicants and small consortia (up to 3 partners) based in EU Member States or Horizon Europe-associated countries. This funding opportunity supports the advancement of innovative agricultural technologies through practical demonstration and validation on working commercial farms, helping to bridge the gap between technological development and real-world implementation in various farming contexts.

Open Doors Fellowship Program for Women Researchers in Africa

The Open Doors Fellowship Program (ODFP) is designed to support post-doctoral and mid-career women researchers conducting agricultural research in Africa. The program, administered by the Marc and Nora Van Montagu Fund, provides financial incentives to enhance scientific visibility and includes a research stay in Belgium. The fellowship targets women researchers working in specific agricultural and biological sciences fields, with the goal of advancing their research careers and promoting international collaboration. The program seeks to address gender disparities in agricultural research while strengthening scientific capacity across the African continent. Fellows benefit from both financial support and the opportunity to conduct research at Belgian institutions, fostering knowledge exchange and building professional networks in their specialized fields.

Study a Master's in Europe Scholarship 2026

The Study a Master's in Europe Scholarship is offered by educations.com to support international students pursuing Master's degree studies in Europe. The scholarship provides €5000 to help cover tuition fees for students studying abroad at European universities or graduate schools. At educations.com, the organization believes that students who study abroad become the next generation of globally minded leaders and wants to enable more students to pursue these opportunities. The scholarship is open to students from any country who will be studying a Master's degree abroad at a European university or graduate school, including programs offered online via distance learning from European institutions. The award will be granted for the Fall 2026 semester onwards up to a value of €5000. Applicants must have applied or will apply to a Master's-level degree program starting in Fall 2026, and must be studying in a country where they do not hold citizenship and do not currently reside (unless currently studying abroad). The ideal candidate is globally minded, motivated to positively change the world, a high academic achiever with outstanding grades, involved in extra-curricular activities, and excited to share their study abroad story. The application process requires completing a form and answering essay questions in English, with finalists potentially needing to provide proof of acceptance, undergraduate qualifications, and identity documentation.

Repatriation Grant for Voluntary Repatriation

The Repatriation Grant is a financial support program offered by the Swedish Migration Agency for individuals with residence permits based on protection needs who have decided to voluntarily move from Sweden. The grant provides financial assistance to cover the cost of travel and help recipients establish themselves in their home country or another country where they have the right to reside. The program is available to refugees, persons eligible for subsidiary protection, quota refugees, those with permits due to exceptionally distressing circumstances, and certain family members. The grant is paid out in three installments: 20% upon approval while still in Sweden, 40% upon arrival in the destination country, and 60% at least 15 months after departure once the Swedish residence permit is no longer valid or has been revoked. As of January 1, 2026, eligible individuals can receive up to 350,000 SEK per adult, 25,000 SEK per child, with household maximums of 500,000 SEK for couples and 600,000 SEK total. Recipients must demonstrate permission to live in their destination country, intend to permanently leave Sweden, and meet specific eligibility requirements. The program aims to support voluntary repatriation by providing meaningful financial assistance to help individuals restart their lives outside Sweden.

Swedish Foundations' Starting Grant

The Swedish Foundations' Starting Grant (SFSG) provides funding for researchers who have applied for an ERC Starting Grant, been invited to an interview, received an 'A' rating, but were not awarded funding from ERC. The grant funds the project that was originally applied for from the ERC and is granted for one year at a time, up to five years, contingent on the researcher continuing to apply for ERC Starting Grants when eligible. The SFSG is funded by one of several participating Swedish foundations, and the grant will be discontinued if the researcher receives an ERC Starting Grant or other ERC grant. The program is a collaboration among multiple Swedish foundations to support excellent research that has been highly rated by the ERC but not funded. The host institution must be in Sweden for both the original ERC application and the SFSG application. Researchers must also commit to applying for the next ERC Starting Grant call if they remain eligible.

ELEVATE: European League of Advanced Digital Skills Academies DIGITAL-2026-SKILLS-09-LEAGUE-OF-ACADEMIES

The European Health and Digital Executive Agency (HaDEA) has launched the 9th Digital Europe Call for Advanced Digital Skills (DIGITAL-2026-SKILLS-09) under the Digital Europe Programme to fund projects that strengthen advanced digital skills in line with the EU's Digital Decade and Competitiveness Compass goals. The first topic of the call aims at establishing the European League of Advanced Digital Skills Academies (ELEVATE) — an overarching framework designed to guide governance, enhance coordination, and ensure coherence among various sectoral initiatives. ELEVATE will foster synergies and support the effective implementation of objectives across existing efforts such as the Cybersecurity Skills Academy, the EuroHPC Skills Community, and the newly created advanced digital skills academies in AI, Virtual Worlds, Quantum, and Semiconductors. It will also align with other EU-funded projects focused on advanced digital skills, including DIGITAL-funded specialised education programmes, in order to reduce fragmentation. The consortium is expected to establish an agile governance structure and stakeholder engagement plan, develop quality and certification frameworks for ICT education, create mentoring, fellowship, and alumni networks, conduct market analysis on advanced digital skills supply and labour demand, and implement a communication strategy and repository hosted on the DSJP to share outcomes and best practices EU-wide.

European Advanced Digital Skills Competitions DIGITAL-2026-SKILLS-09-COMPETITIONS

The European Health and Digital Executive Agency (HaDEA) has launched a call for proposals under the Digital Europe Programme to fund projects that strengthen advanced digital skills in line with the EU's Digital Decade and Competitiveness Compass goals. The European Advanced Digital Skills Competitions initiative will serve as a catalyst for engaging young European people in cutting edge digital technologies. The competitions will support their creativity and connect them to the wider community of research organisations and industry players with the aim to address a highly relevant societal or industrial challenge. There will be six competitions each covering one of the following areas: AI, Virtual Worlds, quantum, semiconductors, the Destination Earth initiative as well as an additional area chosen by the consortium. The selected project will define at least three challenges for each competition. These challenges will address significant European or local societal, technological, and/or complex industrial issues, developed in close collaboration with Europe's leading research institutions and industry partners. Each challenge should involve multiple competing teams. These teams must include students from tertiary education institutions or equivalent, representing at least four different education and training institutions across four different EU Member States or countries associated with the DIGITAL Programme. Teams may also consist of students from a single institution. The active participation of women in the teams is strongly encouraged. The consortium is expected to design challenges, produce rulebooks, develop roadmaps, create communication strategies, organise an Award Ceremony in Brussels, and deliver a sustainability plan to ensure the competitions continue beyond the project's duration. The funding supports coordination and support actions with a 100% funding rate. The expected project duration is 48 months with a maximum available budget of EUR 7,000,000 per project.

DIA Open Challenge Fund

The DIA Open Challenge Fund (OCF) seeks to leverage private investment to foster collaboration between industry, innovative SMEs, and academic members of the DIA, complementing existing public funding initiatives. The OCF covers five different challenges, including topics such as network enhancement, AI Agents, AI clusters resilience, multimodal AI inference, and data traceability. The fund supports the DIA's mission by enabling joint R&D between industry and academia to advance Datacom technologies and their applications across multiple vertical sectors. It allows industry members to define specific challenges, ensuring alignment with real-world needs and technological priorities. Each challenge is integrated within at least one active DIA Working Group (WG) or theme, with focus areas determined by the hosting WG (e.g. routing, AI, etc.).

Second call for innovation studies for the development of generative AI models

The FFplus project, funded by the EuroHPC Joint Undertaking, aims to strengthen the competitiveness and innovation capacity of European SMEs by enabling them to use high-performance computing (HPC) to advance digital R&D and business processes. This second open call targets SMEs and start-ups skilled in AI and HPC, supporting them in developing large-scale generative AI models to boost technological growth, innovation, and scalability across Europe. Through this call, FFplus will fund innovation studies including projects on generative AI such as large language models (LLMs). The proposed innovation studies are expected to demonstrate full alignment with FFplus objectives, define a clear success vision showing the business impact of HPC use, and provide comprehensive descriptions of training datasets, model characteristics, and expected performance. Applicants must identify and propose mitigation strategies for risks such as bias, hallucination, or model drift, in line with EU trustworthy AI guidelines.

Open Call 1: Interconnecting Local Digital Twins

Funded under the Digital Europe Programme (DEP), the Local Digital Twins for Smart and Sustainable Communities (LDT4SSC) project is launching its first Open Call within Work Strand 1. The call will fund pilot projects that show how existing Local Digital Twins can be linked together to build a Europe-wide network, using common frameworks and services to enable interoperability and cross-domain collaboration. The initiative aims to support projects that demonstrate the interconnection of local digital twin technologies across domains and geographical boundaries. Eligible applicants include local, regional and national authorities, private organisations such as businesses and technology developers, NGOs, not-for-profits, and research institutions and academia across European Union member states.

CyberHUBs Capacity Building

The CyberHUBs Capacity Building programme strengthens Europe's cybersecurity infrastructure through two interconnected initiatives under the Digital Europe Programme and the EU Cyber Solidarity Act. The programme addresses Europe's increased exposure to sophisticated cross-border cyber threats by establishing and reinforcing national and cross-border cybersecurity coordination centers. The first topic (DIGITAL-ECCC-2026-DEPLOY-CYBER-10-NCH) focuses on establishing or strengthening National Cyber Hubs equipped with advanced tools to monitor, analyse, and manage cyber events. These hubs will operate in close coordination with CSIRTs, ISACs, and other national cybersecurity entities, providing early warnings to critical infrastructures and potentially extending capabilities to monitor undersea infrastructure including submarine cables. The second topic (DIGITAL-ECCC-2026-DEPLOY-CYBER-10-CBCH) establishes Cross-Border Cyber Hubs that connect national nodes to enable real-time intelligence sharing and a unified EU-wide response. These hubs will implement processes, tools, and services for prevention, detection, and analysis of emerging cyberattacks, using open standards for cyber threat intelligence sharing such as MISP Standard, CSAF, and IntelMQ. Together, these initiatives will enhance early threat detection, support protection of critical infrastructure, and advance a more sovereign, coordinated, and resilient European cybersecurity ecosystem with a total available funding of EUR 4,000,000.

Fredrika Bremer Förbundets Stipendiestiftelse

The Fredrika Bremer Association's Scholarship Foundation annually awards study scholarships to young full-time female students at the university level. The foundation was established in 1887 with the initiative of Sophie Leijonhufvud-Adlersparre (Esselde), a leading force in the women's movements of the 19th century who also founded the Swedish Red Cross and Friends of Handicraft before establishing the Fredrika Bremer Association in 1884. Over the years, the foundation has received numerous donations, several designated for specific professional training for women. Additionally, there are a number of scholarships for those who are both born and raised in the same county (län) in Sweden. The scholarships support young women pursuing higher education studies and applications are accepted annually during a specific period. The foundation continues the legacy of promoting women's education and professional development that began over a century ago.

Bidrag inom omsorg

Stiftelsen Rune Ljungdahl offers temporary financial support to individuals and families in need, following the founder Rune Ljungdahl's vision of helping vulnerable people in society. The foundation provides grants for everyday needs and health-promoting interventions. Applications are accepted for expenses such as new glasses, dental care, travel, daily necessities, or other needs specified by the applicant. The grant is intended to provide practical support that improves daily life for those who need it most. The foundation emphasizes that Rune Ljungdahl was a thoughtful and caring person who had a warm concern for ordinary people and the disadvantaged in society, and the foundation continues this legacy by offering support to individuals and families. Grants are subject to income limitations and cannot be used for debts or rent payments.

Stipendie för forskning

Stiftelsen Rune Ljungdahl erbjuder stipendier för forskning i linje med Rune Ljungdahls vision att forskning är grunden till samhällets framtida utveckling. Stiftelsen ger stipendium för kringkostnader under forskningsperioden och stödjer både unga och erfarna forskare i deras arbete att ytterligare utveckla och fördjupa sin forskning inom sin genre, både nationellt och internationellt. Forskning godkänns på både utländska och svenska lärosäten. Ansökan ska göras minst en månad innan forskningsprojektet inleds, oavsett om forskningen utförs i Sverige eller utomlands.

Stipendie för musikstudier

Stiftelsen Rune Ljungdahl offers scholarships to support incidental costs associated with music education. The foundation was established in memory of Rune Ljungdahl, who was a highly musical person who dedicated most of his free time to classical music in all its forms. Rune had extensive knowledge about various musical compositions and composers. The scholarship provides financial support for expenses related to music education at both Swedish and foreign educational institutions. Applications must be submitted at least one month before the start of the educational program. The scholarship covers incidental costs but does not include funding for instruments, recording equipment, or similar items. Applicants must provide a written summary about their music education, specify a Swedish bank account, indicate when the study period begins and ends (verified by the educational institution), include a Swedish personal certificate/foundation application, attach a cost estimate for documented expenses, and provide proof of admission or certificate from the institution confirming the period for which the scholarship is sought.

Irisstipendiet

Irisstipendiet är en svensk stiftelse som årligen delar ut stipendier till framåtsträvande kvinnor för att ge dem ökade möjligheter till speciell utbildning. Stiftelsen stödjer kvinnor som visar extraordinär förmåga och drivkraft, och som genom sina insatser kan bli förebilder för andra. Särskilt intresse riktas mot kvinnor som verkar inom områden av betydelse för andra kvinnor, såsom forskning med kvinnoperspektiv inom medicin och omvårdnad, kvinnors företagande, samt kvinnliga innovatörer och uppfinnare. Stipendiet kan användas för studier, konferensdeltagande eller projekt som knyter an till stiftelsens ändamål. Stiftelsen prioriterar kvinnor som ännu inte är etablerade och betonar motivation och drivkraft framför formella kunskaper och betyg. Ansökningar tas emot digitalt en gång per år mellan 1 oktober och 15 januari, och beslut meddelas senast 30 mars.

Anérstiftelsen Utbildningsanslag

Anérstiftelsen provides grants to applicants for specific educational programs that are not available in Sweden. The foundation supports individuals seeking to pursue education abroad when equivalent training cannot be obtained domestically. Grants are not awarded for single exchange semesters. The foundation generally limits awards to applicants under 28 years of age, with only exceptional cases considered for older applicants. Applicants must provide a brief description of the education program, its outcomes, and justification for why the education cannot be completed in Sweden. Proof of admission to the educational program must be attached to the application.

Anérstiftelsen Research Grants (Humanities and Social Sciences)

Anérstiftelsen provides grants in the form of scholarships for scientific research with priority given to humanities and social sciences research areas. The foundation awards funding for qualified research with Swedish and international focus within humanities and social sciences. The foundation also provides support for projects with cultural-historical relevance in the spirit of Gunvor and Josef Anér. Grants support new research, publication support for current research projects, and internationalization in the form of travel grants for research stays abroad. Applications can request a maximum of 150,000 SEK. The foundation does not support publication support for dissertations or festschrifts, further development of completed dissertations, organizing exhibitions, infrastructural digitizations, or purchase of computers and other technical equipment.

Främja vetenskaplig forskning

Per Skårmans Stiftelse provides grants for scientific research in the fields of technology and medicine. The foundation supports both basic and specialized research, and grants can be awarded to individual researchers, research groups, institutions, or organizations. According to the founder's statutes, the research must be publicly disseminated to be considered of public benefit. Research must be affiliated with universities, colleges, or equivalent institutions. Grants are not provided for undergraduate research and must support research after completion of an academic degree at master's level or higher. Currently, the foundation is supporting a three-year research project at Karolinska Institutet with a substantial amount, which limits their ability to support additional large research projects at this time.

Understöd för att bereda undervisning eller utbildning

Per Skårmans Stiftelse provides support grants for teaching and education. The foundation distributes grants to support those who provide teaching or education, as well as individuals who wish to pursue professional development. According to the founder's directive, grants are primarily awarded to youth teachers and sports teachers, but can also be given to sports leaders. Studies can be conducted in Sweden or abroad, and grants are only paid out for future studies. The foundation has established this program to help educators and sports instructors develop their skills and knowledge that will benefit primarily young people. Non-profit organizations that provide education to these categories can also apply for grants.

Hjälpverksamhet bland behövande

Per Skårmans Stiftelse provides grants to organizations that conduct aid work among people in need. This funding supports organizations working with vulnerable groups such as the homeless, substance abusers, refugees, people with disabilities, chronically ill individuals, or other at-risk populations. The foundation does not provide grants directly to individuals; instead, individuals in economically vulnerable situations can apply to Föreningen FVO, which receives funding from the foundation for its support activities. Organizations must submit a complete application with required documentation, and applications are reviewed by the foundation's working group and board, which makes decisions four times per year. Recipients must provide an account of how the granted funds were used within 12 months of receiving the grant.

Främja vård och uppfostran av barn

Per Skårmans Stiftelse provides grants to support activities that promote the care and upbringing of children and youth. The foundation supports charitable activities aimed at children and young people, covering their physical, intellectual, and social development. Activities that provide opportunities for play and learning, companionship and recreation are eligible for funding. Examples include sports, cultural, political and religious youth activities, as well as programs for disabled, sick or socially vulnerable children. Preventive work against various forms of abuse may also be eligible for grants. The purpose was previously focused on supporting children's basic needs for food, shelter and daily care, but now includes most charitable activities aimed at children and youth under 18 years, and in some cases up to 21 years.

Doktor Felix Neuberghs Stiftelse - Behövande

Doktor Felix Neuberghs Stiftelse provides financial support to individuals in Sweden who are in need, specifically targeting children, youth, and elderly, sick, or disabled persons. According to the foundation's statutes, the purpose is to promote the care and upbringing of children or youth residing in Sweden, as well as care and assistance to elderly, sick, or disabled individuals residing in Sweden who are in need. The foundation prioritizes direct, individual assistance over indirect help through aid organizations. Applicants must submit a complete application form along with required documentation including medical or social worker certificates confirming their condition/diagnosis/situation and need for support, personal certificate, tax declaration, and for applicants under 18, guardian's tax declaration. Grants are awarded for specific purposes and cannot be used for debts, loans, or installments incurred before the board's decision.

Forskningsanslag - Klinisk Medicinsk Vetenskaplig Forskning

Doktor Felix Neuberghs stiftelse erbjuder forskningsanslag för klinisk medicinsk vetenskaplig forskning vars huvudsakliga syfte ska vara att förbättra den åldrande människans fysiska livskvalitet. I enlighet med donatorns önskan ska i första hand sådan forskning stödjas som bedrivs i Göteborgsområdet, Sverige. Stiftelsen lämnar anslag endast för ett år i sänder, och för fleråriga projekt söks anslag för ett år i taget med årlig omprövning. Medel för sökandens egna lönekostnader beviljas inte, och bidrag till kongressresor beviljas endast i undantagsfall vid framförande av eget föredrag eller poster.

Doktor Felix Neuberghs stiftelse - Studiebidrag för studerande

Doktor Felix Neuberghs stiftelse ger bidrag till svenska barn och ungdomar för vård, uppfostran och utbildning vid högskola, universitet eller liknande officiell anstalt. Stiftelsen prioriterar direkt, individuell hjälp till unga personer bosatta i Sverige. Bidragen är avsedda att täcka kostnader som normalt inte ingår i studiebidrag eller studielån. En övre åldersgräns är 25 år under innevarande år, med företräde för sökande upp till 21 år. Ansökningsperioden är mellan 1-30 november varje år, och endast beviljade ansökningar meddelas med brev under februari påföljande år. Fullständig ansökan kräver flera dokument inklusive antagningsbesked, besked från CSN, kostnadsberäkning och personbevis. Bidrag lämnas inte för redan genomförda ändamål, skulder eller kostnader som täcks av ordinarie studiestöd. Beviljade bidrag ska redovisas 6 månader efter styrelsens beslut med betyg och/eller studieintyg. Ofullständiga ansökningar behandlas inte och motivering till avslag meddelas inte. Stiftelsen betonar individuell hjälp framför indirekt stöd via hjälporganisationer.

Sigrid Paskells stipendium i scenkonsterna

Sigrid Paskells stipendium i scenkonsterna tilldelas unga scenkonstartister som förtjänar uppmuntran till fortsatta studier för att utvecklas professionellt. Stipendiet finansierar fortsättning och/eller slutförande av högre nationell eller internationell utbildning inom scenkonsterna: sång, dans, teater och instrumentalmusik. Stipendiet delas ut med en konstart i taget under en rullande fyraårsperiod. För 2026 ges stipendiet ut inom scenkonsten teater. Ansökan är öppen för lovande unga kvinnor och män i åldrarna 21-26 år som har relevant anknytning till Sverige och som talar svenska. Stipendiet instiftades av SWEA International efter att Sigrid Paskell, en mångårig SWEA-medlem, testamenterade sin kvarlåtenskap till organisationen med önskan om att stödja scenkonsterna. Det första stipendiet delades ut i samband med SWEAs 25-års jubileum i Blå Hallen av H.K.H. Kronprinsessan Victoria. En oberoende jury bestående av framstående professionella inom scenkonst utvärderar ansökningarna.

Interkulturella stipendiet

Agneta och Gunnar Nilssons stipendium för studier av interkulturella relationer är ett årligt stipendium som delas ut av SWEA International för att främja organisationens allmännyttiga ändamål: att stödja projekt som stärker svensk kultur och tradition i världen eller det svenska språket. Stipendiet ska gagna allmänheten och bidra till att sprida kunskap om Sverige internationellt. Stipendiet vänder sig till sökanden som har avslutat sina grundstudier om minst tre år vid universitet eller högskola i Sverige. Den som söker ska ha etablerat en direkt kontakt för sina interkulturella studier med institution eller universitet i utlandet. Stipendiet uppmärksammas och lovordas av sökanden från universitet/högskolor och det akademiska Sverige. Stipendiet instiftades från SWEAs födelsedagsinsamling till grundaren Agneta Nilsson vid hennes 50-årsdag. När SWEAs hedersordförande prinsessan Christina fyllde 50 år, lades även hennes uppvaktningsgåva till fonden. När Agnetas make Gunnar avled 2005, mottog fonden många gåvor till hans minne. Stipendiet bär numera namnet Agneta och Gunnar Nilssons stipendium för studier av interkulturella relationer. Till glädje för alla SWEAs lokalavdelningar måste varje stipendiat vara beredd att dela med sig av sin kunskap och erfarenheter genom föredrag för SWEA-medlemmar både i Sverige och utomlands samt medverka i SWEA Live.

Litteraturstipendiet

SWEA International's Literature Scholarship (Litteraturstipendiet) is awarded annually for research in the Swedish language, literature, and/or culture. First awarded in 1983, it has evolved to focus specifically on supporting doctoral research that promotes Swedish culture and tradition internationally. The scholarship is intended as a research grant to help well-qualified doctoral candidates complete their dissertations. Recipients are expected to contribute to SWEA's mission of spreading Swedish culture globally through their work as researchers, lecturers, and translators. The scholarship is awarded annually, typically during SWEA Sverige Sommardagar or another appropriate occasion.

Payup Stipendium

Payup Stipendium is awarded twice per year to students who have written bachelor's or master's theses (C- or D-uppsats) at Swedish universities or colleges. The scholarship has a value of 5,000 SEK and is open to all authors of qualifying theses. Winners are selected randomly by lottery one month after the application deadline. The scholarship is distributed equally among all co-authors if there are multiple authors on a thesis. The program aims to support students at Swedish higher education institutions who have completed substantial academic work at the undergraduate or graduate level.

Medicinsk Forskning

Stiftelsen Maja & J.P. Åhlén provides grants for medical research in Sweden focused on specific neurological and psychiatric conditions. The foundation awards grants up to 450,000 SEK, occasionally higher, for research conducted at established research institutions in Sweden. The grants are primarily intended to cover costs for materials and equipment in laboratory research, with overhead costs permitted up to 23%. Only researchers with a doctoral degree (disputerade forskare) are eligible to apply. Research must be conducted within Sweden at an established research institution. In 2025, the foundation received 135 medical research applications and awarded 59 grants ranging from 150,000 SEK to 450,000 SEK, distributing a total of 12,883,000 SEK. Applications are accepted annually during August 1 to September 15, with decisions made in November and notifications sent before year-end.

Resestipendier

The Wenner-Gren Travel Grants are tax-free stipends intended as contributions for short-term active participation abroad in international congresses, symposia, workshops and courses. Funds are not provided for research visits abroad. Applications can be submitted twice a year, with deadlines on March 10 for travel from July 1 of the current year to June 30 of the following year, and October 1 for travel from January 1 to December 31 of the following year. Decisions on grants are typically communicated two months after the application deadline. The stipend must be used for the travel and within the time specified in the application, with the journey starting and ending in Sweden.

Sabbatsstipendier

The Sabbatsstipendier is a tax-free scholarship program designed to facilitate Swedish senior researchers, typically professors, to work at foreign scientific institutions. The scholarship is intended as a contribution to the additional costs that stipend recipients incur through travel to foreign institutions, double housing, health insurance, school fees for children, and other expenses during the stay abroad. The program supports established researchers who obtained their doctoral degree more than five years prior to the application deadline. Recipients can use the scholarship for periods ranging from 3 to 12 months at international research institutions, with funding paid directly to the researcher's private bank account in installments of up to 6 months in advance. The scholarship cannot be extended or supplement funding from other sources if the stay abroad exceeds 12 months.

Gästforskarstipendier

The Guest Researcher Scholarships are tax-free stipends designed to facilitate senior foreign researchers working in Sweden. The scholarships are intended as contributions to additional costs incurred by the guest through relocating their activities to Sweden, such as travel, dual residence, health insurance, etc. Swedish researchers host foreign researchers who must have obtained their doctoral degree more than five years before the application date. The scholarships are awarded for a period of at least 1 and a maximum of 12 months, starting during the calendar semester (July 1 or January 1) immediately following the application deadline. Applications are accepted twice per year with deadlines on March 10 and October 1. The application portal opens two months before each deadline. The Swedish researcher applies on behalf of the foreign guest researcher.

Postdoktorstipendier för utbildning i Sverige (utländska postdoktorer)

The Wenner-Gren Foundations offer tax-free postdoctoral fellowships for researchers at Swedish scientific institutions to invite foreign postdoctoral researchers to join their research groups in Sweden. The fellowship provides 30,000 SEK per month for a period between 6 and 24 months. The program aims to support international research collaboration by enabling qualified foreign researchers who received their doctorate within the last five years to conduct postdoctoral training in Sweden. The foreign postdoctoral researcher must not have resided in Sweden for more than nine months prior to the application deadline. Applications from young researchers are particularly encouraged. The fellowship covers the stipend and travel costs to Sweden for the visiting researcher.

Wenner-Gren Fellow-stipendier för postdoktoral utbildning

The Wenner-Gren Fellow Scholarships are the foundations' most exclusive program, designed to give young researchers the opportunity to obtain qualified postdoctoral training abroad for 3 years and thereafter (after a renewed application process) conduct research in Sweden for 2 years. The tax-free fellowships provide comprehensive support including a stipend that varies depending on host country and family situation, travel costs to and from the foreign institution, and compensation for lost child benefits. After the fellowship period abroad, fellows can apply for funding for two years' salary as a researcher at a Swedish institution. If support is granted for employment in Sweden, the host institution receives an amount to cover salary costs for the fellow's research position. Additionally, the fellow receives a start-up grant of 600,000 SEK (excluding overhead costs) and the opportunity to apply for a stipend for a foreign postdoc at any time during the year.

Tore Nilsons Stiftelse för medicinsk forskning

Tore Nilsons Stiftelse för medicinsk forskning provides funding support for medical research projects in Sweden. The foundation accepts applications digitally through their online system, which opens August 1st and closes September 1st at 23:59. Applications can be submitted in either Swedish or English, and the foundation awards grants up to 250,000 SEK per application. Incoming applications are evaluated by a committee of professors including Håkan Eriksson (chair), Kristina Broliden, Olle Isaksson, Olle Svensson, and Lars Wiklund.

Guldstipendium för Utlandsstudier

VANBRUUN offers the Guldstipendium (Gold Scholarship) for international studies, designed to help students invest in their future through educational opportunities abroad. This scholarship program supports students pursuing educational experiences outside their home country. The program aims to enable students to access quality international education and expand their academic and cultural horizons through study abroad opportunities.

JSPS Postdoctoral Fellowship Program (Short-term)

The JSPS Postdoctoral Fellowship Program (Short-term) is offered by STINT (Swedish Foundation for International Cooperation in Research and Higher Education) in partnership with the Japan Society for the Promotion of Science (JSPS). The program provides fellowships for research visits to Japan and is open to research within humanities, natural sciences, and social sciences. The fellowship offers PhD students in the final stages of their education, as well as recently graduated doctors, stipends for research stays of 1-12 months in Japan. This program aims to facilitate international research collaboration and provide early career researchers with opportunities to conduct research at Japanese institutions.

STINT International Postdoc

The STINT International Postdoc program aims to strengthen the quality of Swedish research and higher education by giving recently graduated researchers the opportunity to stay at a foreign host institution. This allows postdoctoral researchers to experience a different scientific environment, become more independent, and expand their international network. The program offers personal grants of 1,000,000 SEK for at least one year of postdoctoral residence. An accompanying grant of 100,000 SEK may be added for up to two accompanying persons, for a maximum grant amount of 1.2 million SEK. The program is available in two variants: STINT International Postdoc for outgoing postdocs and STINT International Postdoc in Sweden for incoming postdocs. For the outgoing variant, researchers must have obtained their doctoral degree at a Swedish university no more than two years before the application deadline, or have a planned doctoral examination within one year of the deadline. The postdoctoral stay must offer a new experience at an institution in a country outside the EU/EFTA (including the UK) and cannot be located in a country from which the grant recipient has a previous academic degree or citizenship.

Strategic Grants for Internationalisation

Strategic Grants for Internationalisation aims to contribute to the renewal and development of internationalisation at the institutional level. The program targets university leadership and supports strategic initiatives that build on or benefit from champions' experience and driving force, and clearly contribute to comprehensive internationalisation. The program encourages strategic initiatives that integrate international perspectives across institutional operations. Extra funding for younger researchers' mobility is offered to give younger researchers the opportunity to participate in strategic international projects and build international networks early in their careers, particularly in light of limited opportunities during the pandemic. Applications must be submitted by the rector of Swedish higher education institutions and focus on strategic institutional-level international initiatives.

ASF Public Project Proposal Grant

The American-Scandinavian Foundation promotes the cultures of the Nordic countries in the United States and American culture in the Nordic countries by encouraging programs that will enhance public appreciation of culture, art, and thought. This grant supports public programming and defined events presented by non-profit organizations. The Foundation favors projects where its contribution will complement support from other sources and considers the lasting benefits that may be achieved by any grant. Awards are given to non-profit organizations only, with proof of 501(c)(3) status or equivalent in Scandinavia required. The maximum award amount is $5,000, though average grants range between $1,000 to $2,000. The grant has two annual deadlines (September 15 and February 15) with decisions announced approximately 10-11 weeks later. ASF does not support capital expenses, institutional overhead, publication underwriting, commercial recordings, or retroactive funding. Projects cannot begin before the decision announcement date.

ASF Translation Awards

The American-Scandinavian Foundation annually awards four translation prizes for outstanding translations of poetry, fiction, drama, or literary prose written by a 20th or 21st-century Nordic author. The competition recognizes excellence in translating literary works from Nordic languages into English. Four distinct prizes are awarded: The Nadia Christensen Prize ($2,500), The Leif and Inger Sjöberg Prize ($2,000 for previously unpublished translators), The Wigeland Prize ($2,000 for Norwegian translations by Norway residents), and The Inger and Jens Bruun Translation Prize ($2,000 for Danish translations, supported by Scan Design Foundation). All prizes include publication of an excerpt in Scandinavian Review and a commemorative bronze medallion. Submissions must be from the writing of one Nordic author and include poetry (15-25 pages) or prose (25-50 pages), along with author permission for publication. The competition is open to translators working with Danish, Norwegian, Swedish, Icelandic, or Finnish source texts.

Scandinavian Folk Arts and Cultural Traditions in the Upper Midwest: Public Programs and Community Projects

Grants for public programs and community projects are awarded to nonprofit (501(c)3) organizations. These grants encourage the perpetuation of Scandinavian cultural traditions through the support of community events such as festivals, celebrations, and heritage events as well as workshops, performances, classes, and demonstrations. The program aims to perpetuate an interest in and understanding of traditional arts and skills, encourage broad public awareness of folk cultures and traditions, and add new dimensions to improve ongoing programs. Projects focus on Scandinavian folk arts and cultural traditions in the Upper Midwest region of the United States. The American-Scandinavian Foundation supports cultural heritage programs that demonstrate compliance with relevant regulations and respect for indigenous peoples' cultural rights.

SFKH Stipendium

Sveriges Förbund för Kroppslig Hälsa offers an annual scholarship of 5,000 SEK to students at Swedish universities and colleges. The scholarship is aimed at students writing bachelor's or master's theses with a focus on physical health. The goal of the scholarship is to promote increased understanding of physical health, as the organization believes this can contribute to new and improved treatment methods within digital healthcare in the long term. The scholarship is open year-round with the exception of one week before the winner is announced on June 1st each year. Applications are accepted from students across various disciplines including economics, psychology, law, and health-related fields, as long as the thesis relates to physical health in some way.

Mystep Stipendium

Mystep.se offers a scholarship worth 5,000 SEK awarded twice per year to students studying abroad or studying economics in Sweden while writing a bachelor's or master's thesis. The scholarship is provided by Mystep.se, a comprehensive comparison website for finance and loans, aimed at increasing knowledge about loans and savings. The scholarship is awarded to applicants who meet the eligibility criteria and have the best thesis idea or, for international studies, the most compelling application letter. Winners are selected approximately 3-4 weeks after the application deadline by a jury consisting of personnel from Beck Solutions AB.

Min Doktors stipendium inom digital vård

Min Doktors uppsatsstipendium delas ut till den bästa uppsatsen inom ämnesområdet digital vård och omsorg. Stipendiet är värt 10 000 kr och instiftades i samband med att Min Doktor, Sveriges första digitala primärvårdgivare, fyllde 10 år. Syftet är att främja utvecklingen av digital vård i Sverige. Stipendiet kan sökas av studenter som har skrivit en uppsats på kandidat-, magister- eller masternivå vid ett svenskt universitet eller högskola under det gångna läsåret. Uppsatsen ska handla om digital vård, men ämnet kan angripas från flera håll, exempelvis från ett patient- eller behandlarperspektiv, alternativt utifrån kommunikations-, samhälls- eller produktutvecklingsperspektiv. Du kan ha skrivit uppsats ensam eller tillsammans med flera. Vid det sistnämnda fördelas stipendiet mellan er. Vinnaren utses av en jury som består av experter på Min Doktor. Juryn kommer utse den uppsats som de bedömer bäst bidragit med nya kunskaper inom digital vård. Uppsatserna bedöms ur ett helhetsperspektiv, men särskild vikt läggs vid nytänkande frågeställning och välformulerad slutsats.

Tryggas stipendium för utlandsstudier

Trygga offers an annual scholarship for students studying abroad. The scholarship provides 5,000 SEK to support students who are planning to or currently studying outside of Sweden. The scholarship is tax-free and awarded once per year. Trygga is a Swedish financial market actor that helps customers compare loans and lenders. Since its founding in 2015, they have helped over 100,000 Swedes reduce their costs and build stronger personal finances. Through this scholarship, they aim to support students in their international educational pursuits and cultural exchange experiences. Eligible applicants must be full-time students who are registered in Sweden (folkbokförd) and studying abroad at a university or college level. The scholarship winner is selected by Trygga's founder and CEO Olle Gordh together with a jury consisting of Trygga employees. Applications are evaluated from a holistic perspective, and the jury's decision cannot be appealed. Winners receive their prize in January following the December deadline.

Kreditkortlistan Stipendium

Kreditkortlistan's scholarship (stipendium) is offered by Enkla Media to support students in economics-related fields. The scholarship is awarded twice per year to students writing bachelor's, master's, or doctoral theses in areas such as economics, personal finance, corporate finance, debt, digital payment solutions, fintech, or financial markets. The scholarship is also available for students planning to study abroad. The award amount is 5,000 SEK. Applications are reviewed by a jury consisting of Enkla Media's CEO Fredrik Falkengren and additional staff members. The scholarship aims to promote academic success and strengthen students' educational pursuits in these important economic disciplines.

Karolinska Institutets Stiftelsestipendier

Karolinska Institutet announces annual foundation scholarships for students. Applications can be made based on scientific merit and/or for economic need. Awards are distributed from several different foundations following proposals from a scholarship committee. All registered students at undergraduate and graduate levels at KI, with at least 1 year of completed study time, are eligible to apply. The remaining study time must extend at least through the spring semester of 2026. For those applying for economic need, priority is given to applicants who are not entitled to student aid or have limited student aid. Eligible to apply on scientific merit are those who have done scientific work other than project work/thesis within undergraduate or graduate education and are not doctoral students or have defended their doctorate. Applications for travel funds are not granted.

Din Psykologs stipendium

Din Psykolog offers an annual scholarship of 5,000 SEK to students from colleges and universities in Sweden. The scholarship is available to students writing a bachelor's or master's thesis related to the human psyche, either within psychology education or in other fields such as economics focusing on consumer behavior or similar topics. The purpose of this scholarship is to encourage the development of understanding of the human psyche, which the organization believes can ultimately lead to new and improved treatment options for digital mental health care. Applications are accepted annually from April 30 to October 31, with winners selected by November 31 of the same year by a jury consisting of licensed psychologists and Din Psykolog management.

Carl Tullus Minnesfond Stipendium

Carl Tullus Minnesfond has annually awarded a scholarship since 2008 to medical students and/or doctoral candidates with medical education who are engaged in research but have not yet completed their doctoral degree or finished their internship (AT-tjänstgöring). The scholarship is awarded to those who, in Carl's spirit, pursue research while also being engaged in student union work and/or have humanistic interests. The memorial scholarship honors the memory of Carl, a physician and doctoral candidate who died in an accident in 2006 at the age of 26. Throughout his studies, he was very active in the student union, including as a member of MF's board, performer in student theater, clarinetist in the brass ensemble, and the student union's host and chairman. The fund does not stipulate how the money is used, but the scholarship recipient must provide a written report within one year on how the funds have been allocated.

Brixos stipendium

Brixo offers a scholarship of 10,000 SEK to support aspiring academics and provide an extra boost in their educational journey. The scholarship is available to students who contribute to knowledge development within any subject area. Applicants must be full-time students at a Swedish university or college, registered in Sweden, and writing a bachelor's or master's thesis during the current semester. The scholarship aims to support students whose thesis topics are important for knowledge development and societal benefit. Winners are selected by a jury consisting of Brixo's CEO and CFO, and the decision is based on originality in topic choice, research methods, and clear justification of why the applicant deserves the scholarship.

AJ Produkters stipendium för att bidra till mer Happiness at work

AJ Produkters stipendium syftar till att uppmuntra och stödja studenter som har nya idéer och projekt för att förbättra arbetsmiljöer på framtidens arbetsplats. Stipendiet är öppet för heltidsstuderande studenter vid högskolor och universitet i Sverige inom områden som ergonomi, hälsa, arbetsvetenskap och design. Ansökan kan göras för enskilda personer eller som grupp. Ansökare uppmanas att lämna in en kort beskrivning av en idé eller ett projekt (max 1000 ord) som förklarar hur det kan förbättra framtidens arbetsplats, till exempel genom en produkt eller en arbetsmetod. Ansökningar bedöms utifrån projektets potential att förbättra arbetsmiljöer samt grad av innovation och praktisk nytta.

Kvinnliga Läkares Förenings Stiftelse

The Swedish Female Physicians' Association Foundation (Kvinnliga Läkares Förenings Stiftelse, formerly known as Kvinnliga Läkares Klubbs Hjälpfond) provides financial assistance to female physicians in Sweden. The foundation's primary purpose is to support elderly or sick Swedish female physicians who are in need through financial grants. In particularly urgent cases, assistance can also be provided to foreign female physicians residing in Sweden. Applications are accepted twice per year with deadlines on March 15 and October 15. The foundation prioritizes well-written applications with a clear connection to the foundation's purpose and a detailed cost plan. Recipients must submit receipts and documentation showing how the funds were used within one year of receiving the grant.

Behovsstipendier

Sjukhusläkarna offers needs-based scholarships (Behovsstipendier) to members and relatives of deceased members who require financial support. The scholarship is designed for individuals in economic need, with specific income and asset criteria. Applicants must have a total annual income below four price base amounts and assets below one price base amount, or alternatively be members with special needs assessed on a case-by-case basis. The scholarship comes from returns from Stiftelsen Sjukhusläkarföreningens Understödsfond and Stiftelsen Gustaf Wennerströms Donationsfond. Applications require a completed application form, a copy of the most recent tax return, and for students, a study plan and report of study results. The application deadline is December 29, 2025.

Stipend for Children without Glasses

The Stipend for Children without Glasses (SCWG) is a charitable foundation established in 2012 dedicated to supporting youth who have maintained natural visual acuity throughout their developmental years. Founded by optometrist Dr. Helena Brightwell, the organization awards annual grants of $500–$2,000 to children ages 8–17 who demonstrate both exceptional uncorrected vision and academic achievement. The foundation's somewhat tongue-in-cheek mission arose from Dr. Brightwell's observation that while numerous programs exist to provide corrective eyewear to those in need, no recognition existed for children whose genetic fortune and eye-care habits preserved their natural sight. Recipients must submit proof of 20/20 vision or better from a licensed eye care professional, along with a short essay on eye health awareness. The SCWG distributes approximately $150,000 annually across 200 grants and has funded vision health education programs in over 40 schools nationwide.