fully funded Austria
Ernst Mach Grant
Monthly stipend of €1,050 to €1,250, travel costs, and tuition waiver
Scholarship Overview & FAQs
Ernst Mach Grant
The Ernst Mach Grant is named after the famous Austrian physicist Ernst Mach. It is funded by the Austrian Federal Ministry of Education, Science and Research to support international researchers.
Coverage & Financial Benefits
- Monthly stipend of €1,050 for master/PhD candidates
- Exemption from tuition fees at Austrian public universities
- Travel subsidy of up to €1,000 depending on the country
Eligibility Criteria
- 1Must not have studied/carried out research in Austria in the last six months
- 2Must be under 35 years old (for PhD students) or under 40 (for postdocs)
- 3Must possess good English or German language skills
Required Application Documents
- Two letters of recommendation from university lecturers
- Consent of a scientific supervisor at the Austrian host university
- Scan of passport and university diploma
Host University
University of Vienna
Vienna, AustriaThe University of Vienna is a public research university in Vienna, Austria. Founded by Duke Rudolph IV in 1365, it is the oldest university in the German-speaking world and with around 85,000 students and approximately 11,000 employees, one of the largest institutions of higher learning in Europe. As of 2024/2025, the programme comprised 185 degree programmes.
View Admission GuideApplication Process
- Step 1Submit the application online through the OeAD portal.
- Step 2Find a matching academic supervisor at an Austrian university who consents to host you.
- Step 3Upload the required academic documents and recommendations.