European Forum Alpbach Scholarship 2026 (EFA26)

Applications are now open for the European Forum Alpbach (EFA) Scholarship 2026 (EFA26), a prestigious, partially to fully funded opportunity for young changemakers to join one of Europe’s leading interdisciplinary forums in the stunning Austrian Alps. This scholarship supports first-time participants to attend the full European Forum Alpbach event, held from 24 August to 4 September 2026.

It covers core costs like the participation fee and accommodation, with optional additional support for travel, food, or special needs based on solidarity funds and demonstrated need. There is no application fee. The program is open to applicants from all nationalities and disciplines, including students, young professionals, artists, and non-graduates. It focuses on fostering dialogue on critical issues like climate, innovation, security, and democracy, with no restriction to specific academic fields. You can check out BS, MS, PhD and postdoc positions here.

Key Details:

• Host Country: Austria
• Forum Dates: 24 August – 4 September 2026
• Open to All Nationalities
• Application Fee: None.
• Funding Type: Partially to fully funded
• Language Requirement: Fluent English (minimum B2 level, proof required).
• Age Limit: 18–30 years
• Application Deadline: 22 March 2026, 11:59 p.m. CET

What This Scholarship Offers:

• Coverage of the full participation fee for the entire European Forum Alpbach event, granting free access to all seminars, conferences, studios, artistic programs, and activities.
• Accommodation provided for the full 11 nights (from 24 August to 4 September 2026), with bookings arranged by EFA — valued at €49 per night (total €539 if self-funded via opt-out).
• Solidarity-based additional support available upon request for remaining costs such as food, transportation (travel to/from Alpbach), special needs, or other expenses.
• Option for financially able applicants to opt out of accommodation coverage, directly supporting scholarships for those from less privileged backgrounds and embodying the Forum’s principle of solidarity.
• Free entry to a unique, fully immersive two-week stay in the picturesque Alpine village of Alpbach, including all on-site social, cultural, and networking events without extra entry costs.

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Eligibility Criteria:

• Be a first-time scholarship holder (no prior onsite EFA scholarship; virtual 2020/2021 is fine).
• Demonstrate fluent English (B2 minimum per CEFR, with accepted proofs like certificates, degrees in English, or native passport from majority English-speaking countries).
• Be aged 18–30 (or up to 35 for Global South citizens) at the forum time.
• Commit to full attendance for the entire duration (24 August – 4 September 2026).
• Submit your most recent academic/professional record (e.g., transcript, diploma, or employment proof).
• Apply as a student, young professional, changemaker, artist, or non-graduate from any discipline.
• Applicants from any background are welcome, as the focus is on impact and active citizenship.

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How to Apply:

1. Choose your path:
   • If you have regional ties (nationality/residency) to a FAN club with its own process (e.g., CA Poland, CA Tirol, CA Wien, etc.), apply via that club — check their websites for details.
   • Otherwise, apply directly via the European Forum Alpbach (EFA) online platform (international applicants).
   • Special case: Nationals/permanent residents of ROC Taiwan apply via Lung Yingtai Cultural Foundation.
2. Prepare documents:
   • Proof of English B2 level (certificate, degree proof, passport, etc.).
   • Most recent qualification/academic record (transcript from 2025/2026 if studying, diploma if completed, etc.; include translation if not in English/German).
   • CV details and motivational statement.
3. Submit via the official online platform only.

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