Oiva Allan Pölkkynen Foundation - Scholarship

Oiva Allan Pölkkynen Foundation scholarship (Aalto University)

You will receive a sum of one-off scholarship in a single instalment to support your studies at the Faculty of Chemical Engineering at Aalto University in Finland. The Foundation determines the number of scholarships and the exact amount each year, so neither is fixed in advance. You may only receive this scholarship once.

Who can apply

• University: You are studying at the Faculty of Chemical Engineering at Aalto University in Espoo, Finland.
• Field of study: You are enrolled in one of the school's degree programmes, such as Chemical Engineering, Biotechnology, Bioproducts Engineering, Chemistry and Materials Science, Biosystems and Biomaterials Engineering, Industrial Energy Processes, Creative Sustainability or International Design Business Management.
• Study year: Priority is given to students in their second, third or fourth year of study.
• Grades: You have performed well, with an average mark of around 3 and around 55 credits per year.
• Going abroad: Previous experience of, or plans for, a period abroad is an advantage, but not a requirement.
• Master's thesis option: You can also apply to write your Master’s thesis, provided you do so free of charge and do not receive any other scholarship for it.
• Nationality: All nationalities can apply.

How to apply

The application deadline is usually in May. The Faculty of Chemical Engineering at Aalto University announces the exact dates each year.

If you are exploring additional funding options for your studies in Finland, you may find our guide Scholarships in Finland a useful next step.