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University of Lisbon Merit Scholarship (Bolsas de Estudo por MΓ©rito)
by University of Lisbon (Universidade de Lisboa) in collaboration with DGES Β· University of Lisbon
πŸ† Fully Funded πŸ”΄ Open πŸŽ“ Bachelor, Master, and Doctoral 🌍 Portugal πŸ“Œ Merit-based and Need-based
⚑ Apply Now πŸ€– Check Eligibility
60%
Match
8%
Win Rate
6/10
Effort
10/10
Reward
20–35 hrs
Time Needed
Award
Varies; typically equa
Duration
1 academic year
Deadline
Varies by faculty
Level
Bachelor, Master, and Doctoral
Acceptance
Varies
Difficulty
High
✨ Should I Apply for University of Lisbon Merit Scholarship (Bolsas de Estudo por Mérito)?
Instant AI-powered application intelligence
60%
Eligibility Match
8%
Win Probability
6/10
Difficulty
10/10
Reward Score
20–35 hrs
Time Required
Varies (Highly competitive, top 1-5% of students)
Competition
🌍 Overview
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Award Amount
Varies; typically equal to the annual tuition fee (approx. €697 to €3,000 depending on the cycle)
⏱
Duration
1 academic year
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Deadline
Varies by faculty (Typically between September and November)
🌐
Fields
All academic fields offered by the University of Lisbon
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Awards/Year
Varies (Proportional to the number of students in each faculty)
🌏
Study Country
Portugal
πŸ›οΈ
Provider
University of Lisbon (Universidade de Lisboa) in collaboration with DGES
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Acceptance
Varies
The University of Lisbon Merit Scholarship is designed to reward academic excellence among its student body. It is awarded to students who demonstrate exceptional performance in their studies. Additionally, the university provides Social Action scholarships through SASULisboa to support students from lower-income backgrounds with living costs and accommodation.
πŸ‘₯ Who Should Apply
Open to all students (national and international) who have completed all ECTS of the previous year with a high GPA, or new students with high entry scores.
πŸ›οΈ Host University
University of Lisbon
🀝 Sponsor
Universidade de Lisboa and the Portuguese Ministry of Science, Technology and Higher Education
🌐 Fields of Study
All academic fields offered by the University of Lisbon
✨ Key Benefits
The merit scholarship primarily covers the full cost of the annual tuition fee for the subsequent academic year. For students with financial needs, separate SASULisboa grants provide monthly stipends and subsidized accommodation.
🎯 Target Students
Domestic and International Students
🏷 Tags
Portugal University of Lisbon Merit Tuition Waiver Europe International Students
πŸ“Š Statistics & Competitiveness
Varies by faculty
Applicants Last Year
Varies by faculty
Winners
Varies
Acceptance Rate
Varies (Highly competitive, top 1-5% of students)
Competition Level
Win Probability
8%
Match Score
60%
Competition
95%
πŸ’Έ Funding Breakdown
Tuition
Yes
Living Stipend
Varies (Available through SASULisboa social grants only)
Total Award
Varies; typically equal to t
✈️ Travel: No 🏠 Accommodation: No (Priority access to university residences for social grant holders) πŸ’Š Health Insurance: Check official website (Standard student insurance included in enrollment) πŸ”„ Renewable: Yes πŸ’³ App Fee: None (Standard university application/enrollment fees apply)
πŸŽ“ Tuition Coverage
Yes
🏠 Living Stipend
Varies (Available through SASULisboa social grants only)
🏑 Accommodation
No (Priority access to university residences for social grant holders)
✈️ Travel Allowance
No
πŸ’Š Health Insurance
Check official website (Standard student insurance included in enrollment)
🎁 Other Benefits
Recognition certificate and potential access to specialized research groups
πŸ”„ Renewable
Yes
πŸ“‹ Renewal Conditions
Must maintain top-tier academic performance in the following year
βœ… Eligibility Requirements
🌍 Eligible Nationalities
Students enrolled in a degree program with exceptional academic results
πŸŽ“ Academic Level
Bachelor, Master, and Doctoral
πŸ“Š Minimum GPA
Usually 16 out of 20 (Portuguese scale)
πŸ—£οΈ English Requirement
Varies (B2 level typically required for English-taught programs)
πŸ’Ό Work Experience
Not required
πŸ† Leadership
Not required
πŸ’° Financial Need
Not required for Merit Scholarships; Required for Social Action grants
🎯 Target Students
Domestic and International Students
πŸ“ Application Requirements
Essay / SOP
No
Rec Letters
No
Interview
No
Application Fee
None (Standard university application/enrollment fees apply)
Documents Required
  • Academic Transcripts
  • Passport / National ID
  • No Recommendation Letters
  • CV / Resume
  • Varies (B2 level typically required for English-taught programs)
  • Interview: No
  • Min GPA: Usually 16 out of 20 (Portuguese scale)
πŸ“‹ Application Process
Focus on achieving the highest possible grades in your first year. For international students, ensure your prior academic records are properly equated to the Portuguese scale early.
πŸ’‘ Insider Tip: Monitor your faculty's specific internal 'Edital' (announcement) as deadlines and specific requirements can vary between the Faculty of Law, Faculty of Sciences, etc.
πŸ—ΊοΈ Application Roadmap
1
Research eligibility and gather requirements
Start Early
2
Collect all required documents
Start Early
3
Request recommendation letters early
4
Write compelling essays and personal statement
⚠ High Risk Stage
5
Submit complete application before deadline
6
Await shortlisting and attend interview if required
⚠ High Risk Stage
πŸ“… Key Dates & Timeline
πŸ“… Opens
Varies by faculty (Usually at the start of the academic year)
⏰ Deadline
Varies by faculty (Typically between September and November)
🎀 Interview
No
πŸŽ“ Study Starts
September
Varies by faculty (Usually at the start of the academic year)
Applications Open
Gather documents and begin essays
Varies by faculty (Typically between September and November)
Application Deadline
Submit complete application β€” no late entries
No
Shortlisting & Interview
Selected candidates invited for interview
After results
Award Announced
Successful applicants notified
September
Studies Begin
Commence degree at host institution
βš–οΈ Selection Process
πŸ“‹ Selection Criteria
Ranked highest GPA within the specific course or faculty
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Open to all students (national and international) who have completed all ECTS of the previous year with a high GPA, or new students with high entry scores.
This scholarship covers: The merit scholarship primarily covers the full cost of the annual tuition fee for the subsequent academic year. For students with financial needs, separate SASULisboa grants provide monthly stipends and subsidized accommodation.. It is a fully funded scholarship.
The deadline is Varies by faculty (Typically between September and November). Always verify with the official website as dates may change annually.
Competition level: Varies (Highly competitive, top 1-5% of students). Acceptance rate: Varies. Strong academic record and clear motivation are essential.
Yes
Typically required: academic transcripts, passport, Varies (B2 level typically required for English-taught programs), No recommendation letters, CV. Check official website for the complete list.
🌐 Official Information
Last updated: May 2024
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