Overview
Eligible applicants include individual students who are nationals of EU Member States, EEA countries, and countries associated with the Digital Europe Programme. The scholarship program also actively encourages applications from women and students from countries included in the EIT Regional Innovation Scheme (RIS).
The funding structure offers three types of scholarships: half tuition fee waivers of €3,000 per academic year, full tuition fee waivers of €6,000 per academic year, and Excellence Scholarships which combine a full tuition fee waiver with a living allowance of €900 per month, adjusted for cost of living variations. The total budget for this recruitment cycle is €432,000, with approximately 40 scholarships available.
The application process is a single-stage call, open until June 30, 2026. Applicants are encouraged to select preferences for their entry and exit universities among the consortium. Required documents include academic records, proof of English proficiency, a motivation letter, and a CV detailing relevant experiences.
The evaluation of applications comprises several stages: pre-screening, formal ranking by a selection committee, and final checks by the admission office. Scholarships are awarded based on merit, with specific goals for gender diversity and representation from RIS countries.
Overall, the ACHIEVE program aims to address Europe's skills gap in critical technology sectors while promoting diversity among its recipients. The structure of support includes not only financial assistance but access to mentoring and entrepreneurial opportunities, enhancing graduates' prospects in a competitive job market.
Detail
The scholarships aim to promote diversity in terms of gender, age, and socioeconomic background, providing financial support for two years of study. There are three types of scholarships available: half tuition fee waivers (covering 50% of tuition costs), full tuition fee waivers (covering the entire tuition cost), and scholarships of excellence (including a full tuition fee waiver and a monthly living allowance adjusted to the host country's cost of living).
To apply for an ACHIEVE scholarship, candidates must enroll in the ACHIEVE master’s program through a single application portal. Applicants can select 3 options for Entry University and 3 options for Exit University, ranked by priority. Required documents for the application include:
Degree Certificate/Diploma in its original language and translated into English, with visible credentials, signature, and stamps of the authorized translator (if applicable). If studies are ongoing, a statement from the degree administration office confirming final year enrollment and expected completion date. For Aalto entry, the bachelor's degree must be completed by July 31, 2026.
Mandatory technical prerequisites as detailed on the EIT Digital Master School website.
Official and stamped transcript of records in the original language and translated into English, including all courses taken, with fully visible stamps and signatures on both sides of each document.
Proof of English proficiency, varying based on the selected higher education institution/country. Refer to the EITD Master School website for details.
Curriculum Vitae with details on academic and professional career.
A letter of motivation (maximum 3 pages) demonstrating the applicant's innovative potential and need for financial support, including an entrepreneurial idea and explanation of their financial situation.
Supporting documents regarding the applicant’s financial situation (e.g., credit report).
An official ID, such as a passport or National ID.
The Master School Scholarship allocation process involves several stages:
Pre-screening by the Admission Officer at the Master School Office (KTH), confirming university recognition/accreditation, a GPA of at least 70%, and bachelor's degree relevance.
Evaluation and ranking by a programme selection committee of 8 members.
General requirements check by the KTH admission office, confirming the provided documents.
Selected students must sign an agreement with the EIT Digital Master School outlining their rights and obligations. The ACHIEVE project operates under the standard terms and conditions of EU-funded projects, including Articles 12, 13, 14, 17.2, 18, 19, and 20 of the ACHIEVE Grant Agreement.
Eligibility requirements include being a national of an eligible country, which includes EU Member States (including overseas countries and territories), listed EEA countries, and countries associated with the Digital Europe Programme. Only students enrolled and accepted into the ACHIEVE Masters’ programme are eligible for financial support.
The selection committee, consisting of local programme representatives from each participating university, evaluates applicants based on the following criteria:
Suitability of acquired Bachelor’s degree for intended study programme (Weight: 1, Evaluation range: 1-5)
Quality and recognition of home university (Weight: 1, Evaluation range: 1-5)
Study success (Weight: 1, Evaluation range: 1-5)
Entrepreneurial and Innovative experience (CV, Recommendations) (Weight: 1, Evaluation range: 1-5)
Innovative and Entrepreneurial attitude (Letter of Motivation) (Weight: 1, Evaluation range: 1-5)
Overall evaluation of CV and application (Weight: 1, Evaluation range: 1-5)
The evaluation range is from 1 (Non-satisfactory) to 5 (Excellent). The initial merit score is an average of scores from the Local Programme Coordinators at the Entry and Exit Universities, reviewed by Programme Leaders. A final meeting is held to agree on the final merit score.
The scholarship programme promotes diversity in terms of gender, age, and socioeconomic background, with specific scholarships for women and participants from RIS (Regional Innovation Scheme) countries. The programme aims to reach at least 30% female scholarship recipients and 50% from RIS countries. Applicants are automatically considered for all available scholarship types, with gender and RIS status used as priority conditions in cases of equal merit scores.
Countries eligible for the RIS include EU Member States (including OCTs) and non-EU countries listed as EEA countries and countries associated with the Digital Europe Programme.
Applicants can appeal any perceived errors by contacting the Master School Office. The Head of the Master School Office, along with the Head of Education Programmes, Admission Officer, and Programme Lead, will review the appeal.
Scholarships are applied as tuition fee discounts, with the financial support reflected in the net tuition fee. Scholarships consist of tuition fee waivers (half or full) and, for Scholarship of Excellence recipients, monthly living allowances. The base reference for the allowance is EUR 900 per month, adjusted by Eurostat Country Correction Coefficients (CCCs).
For the academic years 2026-2028, the nominal values are:
Half tuition fee waiver: EUR 3,000 per academic year.
Full tuition fee waiver: EUR 6,000 per academic year.
Excellence scholarship: Full tuition fee waiver and a monthly living allowance.
Students submit a single application and are considered for all three scholarship types. Scholarships are assigned based on a merit-based ranking system, with the highest-ranked candidates receiving Scholarships of Excellence, followed by Full Tuition Fee Waivers and Half Tuition Fee Waivers.
Scholarships are awarded on a rolling basis until the budget is consumed or the maximum number of recipients is reached. An indicative cap of 40 scholarships is available, split as approximately 8 Scholarships of Excellence, 24 Full Tuition Fee Waivers, and 8 Half Tuition Fee Waivers.
The opening date for applications is December 11, 2025, and the deadline is June 30, 2026, at 17:00 (Brussels time). The total funding available is EUR 432,000.
The ACHIEVE scholarship program is designed to support talented students in the field of Cloud and Networking Infrastructure, particularly High-Performance Computing, by providing financial assistance to pursue a double-degree master's program. It aims to foster diversity and promote excellence in digital education, aligning with Europe's Green Deal and digital transformation objectives. The program offers various levels of financial support, including tuition waivers and living allowances, and prioritizes applicants from RIS countries and women to address underrepresentation in the field. The selection process is merit-based, ensuring that the most qualified candidates receive the scholarships while also promoting diversity and inclusion.
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Breakdown
Funding Type: The funding type is scholarship, including tuition fee waivers (half and full) and monthly living allowances for excellence scholarship recipients.
Consortium Requirement: The opportunity is for single applicants, specifically individual students.
Beneficiary Scope (Geographic Eligibility): The geographic eligibility includes EU Member States (including overseas countries and territories), listed EEA countries, and countries associated with the Digital Europe Programme. There is also a focus on applicants from countries included in the EIT Regional Innovation Scheme (RIS).
Target Sector: The target sector is ICT, specifically Cloud and Networking Infrastructure, and High-Performance Computing (HPC). It also includes Innovation and Entrepreneurship.
Mentioned Countries: EU Member States, EEA countries, countries associated with the Digital Europe Programme, and countries included in the EIT Regional Innovation Scheme (RIS). Aalto University in Finland is mentioned as a possible entry university.
Project Stage: The project stage is education and advanced skills training, specifically a double-degree master's program (ISCED Level 7, 120 ECTS).
Funding Amount: The funding amounts vary: Half tuition fee waiver is EUR 3,000 per academic year, Full tuition fee waiver is EUR 6,000 per academic year, and Excellence scholarship includes a full tuition fee waiver and a monthly living allowance (base reference of EUR 900 per month, adjusted by Eurostat Country Correction Coefficients). The total funding available is EUR 432,000.00.
Application Type: The application type is an open call, with a single-stage deadline.
Nature of Support: Beneficiaries will receive money in the form of tuition fee waivers and, for excellence scholarship recipients, monthly living allowances.
Application Stages: The application process involves several stages: Pre-screening (performed by the Admission Officer at the Master School Office), Evaluation and ranking by the programme selection committee (consisting of 8 members), and General requirements check (performed by the KTH admission office).
Success Rates: The success rates are not explicitly mentioned, but the document indicates that 40 scholarships are available, distributed based on a merit-based ranking system. The allocation aims for 50% of recipients from RIS countries and 30% female participation.
Co-funding Requirement: Co-funding is not explicitly required, but the scholarships cover either half or the full tuition fees, and the excellence scholarship covers living costs. Students may need to cover any additional expenses beyond the scholarship amount.
Summary:
The ACHIEVE project offers scholarships for a double-degree master's program in Cloud and Networking Infrastructure with specializations in advanced, green, and efficient HPC systems, including a minor in Innovation and Entrepreneurship. The program is designed and delivered by a consortium of higher education institutions, SMEs, large enterprises, research centers, and EIT Digital. The scholarships aim to promote diversity in terms of gender, age, and socioeconomic background, targeting students from EU Member States, EEA countries, countries associated with the Digital Europe Programme, and countries within the EIT Regional Innovation Scheme (RIS). There are three types of scholarships available: half tuition fee waivers (EUR 3,000 per academic year), full tuition fee waivers (EUR 6,000 per academic year), and excellence scholarships (full tuition fee waiver plus a monthly living allowance of EUR 900, adjusted by Eurostat Country Correction Coefficients). The application process involves enrolling in the ACHIEVE master’s program through a single application portal, where candidates can select entry and exit university preferences. Applicants must upload required documents, including degree certificates, transcripts, proof of English proficiency, a CV, a letter of motivation, and supporting documents regarding their financial situation. The selection process includes pre-screening, evaluation and ranking by a selection committee, and a general requirements check. Scholarships are awarded based on a merit-based ranking system, with consideration given to gender and RIS status in cases of equal merit scores. The ACHIEVE project will make available 40 scholarships, distributed among the Master’s programme, with an indicative split of ~8 Scholarships of Excellence, ~24 Full Tuition Fee Waivers, and ~8 Half Tuition Fee Waivers. The opening date for applications is December 11, 2025, and the deadline is June 30, 2026. The total funding available is EUR 432,000.00.
Short Summary
Impact The ACHIEVE project aims to democratize access to advanced digital skills training in cloud computing and high-performance computing, addressing Europe's critical skills gap in these sectors. | Impact | The ACHIEVE project aims to democratize access to advanced digital skills training in cloud computing and high-performance computing, addressing Europe's critical skills gap in these sectors. |
Applicant Eligible applicants are individual students who are nationals of EU Member States, EEA countries, and countries associated with the Digital Europe Programme, with a minimum GPA of 70%. | Applicant | Eligible applicants are individual students who are nationals of EU Member States, EEA countries, and countries associated with the Digital Europe Programme, with a minimum GPA of 70%. |
Developments Funding will support a double-degree master's program in Cloud and Networking Infrastructure, focusing on advanced, green, and efficient HPC systems, along with a minor in Innovation and Entrepreneurship. | Developments | Funding will support a double-degree master's program in Cloud and Networking Infrastructure, focusing on advanced, green, and efficient HPC systems, along with a minor in Innovation and Entrepreneurship. |
Applicant Type This funding is designed for individual students pursuing higher education. | Applicant Type | This funding is designed for individual students pursuing higher education. |
Consortium Single applicants only; individual students apply directly to the ACHIEVE Master's programme. | Consortium | Single applicants only; individual students apply directly to the ACHIEVE Master's programme. |
Funding Amount The total funding available is €432,000, with approximately €10,800 per scholarship on average, depending on the type of scholarship awarded. | Funding Amount | The total funding available is €432,000, with approximately €10,800 per scholarship on average, depending on the type of scholarship awarded. |
Countries Eligible countries include all EU Member States, EEA countries, and countries associated with the Digital Europe Programme, with a focus on applicants from Regional Innovation Scheme (RIS) countries. | Countries | Eligible countries include all EU Member States, EEA countries, and countries associated with the Digital Europe Programme, with a focus on applicants from Regional Innovation Scheme (RIS) countries. |
Industry The funding targets the education sector, specifically higher education in ICT, cloud computing, and high-performance computing. | Industry | The funding targets the education sector, specifically higher education in ICT, cloud computing, and high-performance computing. |
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