Auran kunta - Scholarship

Pauli Ilmari Routamaa Fund scholarship

You will receive a one-off grant of 500 EUR towards your studies in horticulture, agriculture or the food and catering sector. The amount is determined on a case-by-case basis and takes into account the duration of your studies; however, the most recent grants awarded were all for 500 EUR. The money comes from the Pauli Ilmari Routamaa Fund, which is managed by the municipality of Aura in south-west Finland, and is paid out from the fund’s annual interest income.

Who can apply

• Where you live: You must live in the municipality of Aura. This is an essential requirement.
• Field of study: You are studying horticulture, agricultural sciences or a degree programme in the field of food and catering.
• School or college: You study at a vocational school, a college (opisto) or a higher education institution in one of these fields.
• Progress: You have achieved the learning objectives set for your course or academic year.
• Adult learners: You can also apply as an adult student if you are eligible for the Finnish adult education grant (aikuisopintoraha).

How to apply

Please submit a written application to the municipality of Aura by post or email. Please enclose a certificate from your school confirming that you are continuing your studies, as well as a copy of your most recent term report. The deadline is 15 June at 15:00. Applications received after this date will not be considered. The local council will decide on the award of scholarships based on the documents you have submitted.

If you are looking for additional funding alongside this grant, our guide Scholarships in Finland covers further opportunities available to students in Finland.