Grant Details

General Overview

Grant Name and Funding Organization

VILNIUS TECH MERIT Project Targeted Scholarship Call

Co-funded by the European Union

Total Funding Amount and Duration

Total funding amount: up to 66,500 euros

Duration: Scholarships paid monthly until July 2026

Primary Objective and Mission Statement

Increase accessibility of master's studies in advanced digital skills

Promote growth of higher-level skills, equality, and diversity in computer science

Key Stakeholders and Beneficiaries

EU citizens studying at Vilnius Gediminas Technical University

Students enrolled in specific master's programs

Grant Program Context and History

Part of the MERIT project aimed at enhancing digital skills education

Funding Source and Type

Co-funded by the European Union

Type: Scholarships

Significance within Funding Landscape

Supports higher education in digital skills, addressing EU priorities

Grant Frequency

Recurring funding through monthly scholarship payments

Organizational Aspects

Eligible Organization Types

Individuals (EU citizens)

Specific Qualifications and Certifications Needed

Enrollment in specific master's degree programs at VILNIUS TECH

Geographic Location Requirements

Applicants must be EU citizens

Track Record and Experience Requirements

Not specified

Inclusivity and Diversity Considerations

Promotes gender equality and accessibility for students from various regions

Scope and Focus

Primary Focus Areas and Priorities

Advanced digital skills education

Equality and diversity in computer science

Target Beneficiaries and Stakeholders

EU citizens enrolled in master's programs in Engineering of Artificial Intelligence or Management of Artificial Intelligence Solutions

Expected Outcomes and Deliverables

Increased enrollment and completion rates in targeted master's programs

Technical Details

Technical Expertise Requirements

Not specified

Team Composition and Qualification Requirements

Not specified

Financial Structure

Budget Range and Limitations

Total budget: 66,500 euros

Eligible and Ineligible Costs

Eligible: tuition fees, hardware/software for study, living costs, training resources

Ineligible: Not specified

Payment Schedule and Mechanisms

Monthly payments until July 2026

Timeline and Implementation

Application Deadlines and Submission Windows

Applications accepted until October 15, 2025

Key Milestones and Deliverables Timeline

Final list of scholarship recipients published by November 15, 2025

Compliance and Requirements

Regulatory Compliance Requirements

Must comply with EU regulations for funding

Application Process

Required Documentation and Materials

Identity document, declaration of residence, application detailing motivation and plans

Evaluation Criteria and Scoring System

Criteria include socio-economic factors, gender equality, and academic performance

Grant Details

scholarship higher education digital skills artificial intelligence EU funding master's programs gender equality accessibility
VILNIUS TECH MERIT Project Targeted Scholarship Call
8122COMPETITIVE_CALLen
DIGITAL-2021-SKILLS-01-SPECIALISED
INDIVIDUAL
EU
EDUCATION TECHNOLOGY
OTHER
0-10
SDG4
FUNDING
None
66500.00
350.00
10820.00
EUR
100.00
Oct. 15, 2025, midnight
Not specified