Viborg Stift - Provst Hans Christian Erichsen og hustru Ella Margrethe født Utzons Legat

What you get

You receive a one-off cash grant to help pay for studying theology. It is paid once a year in mid-March, and 2 grants are awarded each year. The amount is not stated. The money comes from the interest on a fund set up by Hans Christian Erichsen and Ella Margrethe Utzon. It is managed by Viborg Stiftsøvrighed, the diocesan authority of Viborg in Denmark.

Who can apply

• Field of study: You study theology.
• Family background: Your father is or was a priest in the Danish national church (folkekirken).
• Gender: Only men can apply.
• Financial need: You struggle to cover the cost of your studies.
• Priority region: Sons of priests who serve or served in the Middelsom-Sønderlyng Herreders provsti (parishes around Viborg and Bjerringbro) get preference. A documented connection to this area can also count in your favour.

How to apply

Send the official application form to Viborg Stiftsøvrighed by post or email. The deadline is 1 February each year. The form asks for your study progress and details of your income and savings.