Croatian Government Scholarship for Young Christians, 2021-2022

Applications are opened for the 2021-2022 Croatian Government Scholarship for Young Christians. Fully funded by the Ministry of Science and Education of the Republic of Croatia (Ministry) and the Ministry of Foreign and European Affairs (MFEA), this scholarship to study in Europe is opened for young Christians from developing countries.

This scholarship program is available for eligible candidates to study in Croatia at undergraduate and graduate degree levels. Religious minorities, primarily Christians are one of the vulnerable groups in the world. The Republic of Croatia has recognized this negative trend on a global scale, and within its scope of work in the field of the international development cooperation is committed to respect and protect the rights of religious groups, as the vulnerable groups in developing countries.

Undergraduate university study typically lasts three to four years. Upon completion students are awarded an academic title of baccalaureus or baccalaurea with reference to a specialization, which qualifies a student for a specialized work in art or science. Graduate university study typically lasts for one to two years. Upon completion of graduate study, students are awarded an academic title of Magister or Magistra with reference to a specialization.

After completing their studies, the scholarship holders are obliged to return to their home countries. They are expected to contribute to the development of their communities and to building capacities and strengthening resilience at the local level with their knowledge acquired in Croatia upon return to their homelands. If you want to check out other governments scholarships, please click here.

Program Details

• Host Institutions: Higher educational institutions in Croatia (Please click here for full list).
• Eligible Program: available programs at host universities.
• Number of Awards: Not specified.
• Duration: Up to 4 years.
• Target Group: Opened to citizens of developing countries.

Croatian Government Scholarship for Young Christians Benefits

Selected candidates for this Europe scholarship will have the following benefits:

1. Monthly allowance of 1,600 kuna;
2. Round trip airfare;
3. Basic health insurance;
4. Accommodation;
5. Costs of one-year preparatory Croatian language course.

Croatian Government Scholarship for Young Christians Eligibility

To apply for the Republic of Croatia Scholarship for Young Christians, candidates must be citizens of developing countries in the Middle East, Asia and Africa.

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How to Apply for the Croatian Government Scholarship for Young Christians

Interested applicant who would like to apply for this Croatia scholarship must send their applications via the following e-mail address: [email protected] . The results of the selection will be communicated in June 2021.

Applicants should submit a write-up/letter of motivation with a minimum of 250 words concerning the first choice of study and append therewith the medical certificate of candidates. Applicants should also submit their Curriculum Vitae (in Europass format) and a scan of their high school or university diploma and report cards for the two previous academic years.

The Application deadline is May 17, 2021. For more information about the Croatian Government Scholarship for Young Christians, please visit the official page. To be the first to see latest opportunities, please follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest and Instagram.