Fulbright-Aalto University Graduate Award
The Fulbright-Aalto University Graduate Award funds U.S. students for interdisciplinary graduate study or research at Aalto University in Finland, promoting academic and scientific exchange.
Funder: Fulbright Finland Foundation
Due Dates: August 1, 2025 (Earliest campus Fulbright deadline) | October 1, 2025 (Latest campus Fulbright deadline) | January 2, 2026 (Aalto University master’s application) | March 20, 2026 (Pekka Mattila Excellence Scholarship) | October 1, 2026 (National Fulbright deadline)
Funding Amounts: €1,000/month stipend for 9 months, travel allowance (USD 1,600), full tuition waiver for 1–2 years, residence permit fees, summer school, and support services.
Summary: Enables U.S. students to pursue graduate study or research at Aalto University in Finland with full tuition and living support, fostering academic and cultural exchange.
Key Information: Dual application required: Fulbright and Aalto University; full tuition covered for two years if academic progress is satisfactory.
Description
This award provides U.S. citizens the opportunity to undertake graduate studies or research at Aalto University in Finland, a globally ranked institution known for its interdisciplinary approach across science, technology, art, and business. The Fulbright-Aalto University Graduate Award covers full tuition, a monthly living stipend, a travel allowance, and additional support for residence permit fees and orientation programs. Grantees benefit from integration into Aalto's vibrant international community, extensive support and networking from the Fulbright Finland Foundation, and the chance to serve as cultural ambassadors, strengthening ties between the U.S. and Finland.
