Helsinki University professors spouses Association - Scholarship

Scholarship for students with disabilities at the University of Helsinki

You will receive a grant of up to 2,000 EUR, which will be paid as a one-off sum to one or more students. You have three years from the date of approval to spend the amount. The money comes from the fund of the Association of Spouses of Professors at the University of Helsinki, one of over 350 funds that together make up the University of Helsinki’s funds.

Who can apply

• University: You are studying at the University of Helsinki. You can also apply if you completed your degree this year or last year. A 2025 graduate can therefore apply in the 2026 round.
• Disability: You have a disability.
• Study progress: Judging by the credits you have earned and your marks, you are making good progress. This is the main criterion.
• Field of study: Open to all subjects.
• Nationality: All nationalities can apply.
• Employment: You are not employed by the University of Helsinki.

How to apply

Applications must be submitted online via the University of Helsinki’s funding portal during the annual application period. For 2026, this runs from 14 January to 6 February. Please attach a summary of your credits earned as a PDF file; references are optional. Decisions will be made by the end of April, and each applicant will be informed personally of the outcome.

If you are looking for more funding options during your studies in Finland, our guide Scholarships in Finland brings together scholarships and grants from across the country.