Deadline: 30-Jun-2026
The Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation offers scholarships to support students of Armenian origin who are living in crisis-affected countries in the Middle East. The programme is designed to help financially disadvantaged students complete their undergraduate education in recognized higher education institutions.
The scholarship is primarily focused on undergraduate studies, with limited support available for master’s students and exceptional study-abroad cases.
Purpose of the Scholarship
- Support access to higher education for Armenian-origin students
- Reduce financial barriers to completing university studies
- Promote academic development in crisis-affected regions
- Encourage education in social sciences and other disciplines
- Strengthen long-term educational opportunities for vulnerable students
Funding Details
- Annual scholarship amount: €4,000
- Duration: Up to 3 years
- Number of awards: Up to 50 new scholarships per year
- Funding is fixed annually, with possible adjustments if tuition fees are reduced
Eligible Fields of Study
- All academic disciplines are eligible
- Priority given to social sciences (e.g., sociology, political science, economics, anthropology)
- Undergraduate programmes are the primary focus
- Limited support available for master’s level studies
- Exceptional cases may include study abroad programmes
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must meet all of the following conditions:
- Be of Armenian origin
- Reside in Lebanon or another developing country in the Middle East
- Be 25 years old or younger at the time of application
- Be enrolled in or accepted by a recognized higher education institution
- Demonstrate strong academic performance
- Show clear financial need
Financial Need Requirement
- Applicants must be in a situation of financial difficulty
- The scholarship prioritizes students who cannot complete studies without support
- Additional scholarships must be disclosed if already received
Additional Conditions
- Students already receiving other scholarships must report them
- Institutions attended must be officially recognized by national authorities
- Scholarships are reviewed and awarded competitively each year
Selection Priorities
Applications are evaluated based on:
- Academic excellence and results
- Financial hardship and need
- Relevance of study programme
- Institutional admission or enrollment status
- Potential contribution to future academic or professional fields
Expected Outcomes
- Increased access to higher education for Armenian-origin youth
- Improved graduation rates among financially vulnerable students
- Strengthened academic capacity in crisis-affected regions
- Greater representation in higher education fields, especially social sciences
Why This Scholarship Matters
- Reduces financial barriers to university education
- Supports students in unstable or crisis-affected environments
- Encourages academic continuity and achievement
- Invests in long-term human capital development
- Helps preserve educational opportunities for displaced or vulnerable communities
Conclusion
The Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation Scholarship provides targeted financial support to Armenian-origin students in crisis-affected Middle Eastern countries, enabling them to complete undergraduate education. By offering multi-year funding and prioritizing students in financial need, the programme helps ensure continued access to higher education and academic success in challenging contexts.
For more information, visit Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation.