Scholarships in Portugal for international students

4 scholarships you can use to study in Portugal are listed on Pathyras — Portugal's own government, university and foundation funding plus international awards that cover it. Check eligibility, deadlines and the official application page in the scholarship tool.

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By study level

Bachelor's · 1 Master's · 4 PhD / research · 2

Portugal scholarships

Camoes Institute Scholarships
Camoes - Instituto da Cooperacao e da Lingua · Bachelor's / Master's / PhD
Varies by programme (language & culture, research, or teaching grants)
Erasmus Mundus Joint Masters
European Commission (Erasmus+) · Master's
EUR 1,400/month for up to 24 months (max ~EUR 33,600)

Multi-country scholarships you can use in Portugal

International and regional awards whose host universities include Portugal.

Erasmus Mundus Joint Masters
European Commission · Master's
🌍 European Union award — usable in Portugal
All tuition and participation costs, insurance, plus EUR 1,400 per month for up to 24 months

Study-anywhere scholarships

Awards you can take to a university of your choice, including in Portugal.

Aga Khan Foundation International Scholarship Programme
Aga Khan Foundation · Master's / PhD
🌍 Study anywhere except United Kingdom, Russia
Postgraduate costs awarded as 50% grant / 50% loan; full degree duration for Master's, first two years for PhD

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Frequently asked questions

Are there scholarships for international students in Portugal?

Yes. 4 scholarships you can use to study in Portugal are listed on Pathyras: Portugal's own government, university and foundation funding (such as Camoes Institute Scholarships and Erasmus Mundus Joint Masters) plus international awards that cover it.

Which study levels do Portugal scholarships cover?

Listed scholarships by level: Bachelor's 1, Master's 4, PhD / research 2. Eligibility differs per award, so check each one's official source.