How much is the One World Scholarship?
€500 per month for master’s students and €550 per month for PhD students during the semester.
Is it fully funded?
No. It is a partial scholarship and does not cover all study and living costs.
What special PhD document is required?
An Abstract of the Master’s Thesis plus confirmation of doctoral supervision.
What does this scholarship actually cover?
A partial Austrian scholarship for financially needy Global South master's and PhD students already studying in Salzburg or Tyrol with a sustainability/social-justice focus.
Other verified benefits
Master's students receive €500 per month during semester; PhD students receive €550 per month, plus mentoring, workshops, excursions and an alumni network.
Costs not confirmed or not covered
It is a partial scholarship. Tuition, travel, visa, insurance and full living costs are not comprehensively covered.
Who is eligible to apply?
Applicants need Global South citizenship, admission to an eligible regular master's or PhD in Salzburg/Tyrol, financial need, good academic progress and a development/sustainability focus.
PhD applicants must provide supervision confirmation and an Abstract of the Master's Thesis. Applicants need a student residence permit/visa and must already be studying or admitted in Salzburg/Tyrol.
Eligible countries
Citizens of countries in the Global South from Africa, Asia, Near/Middle East, Oceania, Caribbean or Latin America who study in Salzburg or Tyrol.
Language requirements
Host-university requirements apply.
Which documents should you prepare?
- CV or résumé
- Passport/ID
- Admission/offer letter
- Academic transcripts
- Degree certificate
- Abstract of Master's thesis
- Host supervisor commitment letter
What should you do next?
- Wait for the next spring application window.
- Ensure you are admitted to an eligible Salzburg/Tyrol institution.
- Prepare financial evidence, CV, passport/residence permit and academic records.
- PhD applicants add Master's thesis abstract and supervisor confirmation.
- Submit through the AAI application page.
Frequently asked questions
How much does the One World Scholarship pay?
The Afro-Asian Institute Salzburg currently provides €500 per month during the semester for master's students and €550 per month for PhD students.