ISPA – Instituto Universitário de Ciências Psicológicas Sociais e da Vida - ISPA Social Merit Award

ISPA Social Merit Award

You get a reduction of your tuition fees in exchange for helping with projects at ISPA (Instituto Universitário de Ciências Psicológicas, Sociais e da Vida) in Lisbon. The reduction depends on how many hours you work and comes straight off the fees you owe. In a single month you can get up to 50% off the normal fee for a full 60-ECTS enrolment. Any extra hours count towards next year's fees. The award runs for one academic year, and you can reapply to renew it. You also build skills in time management, teamwork, research and working with people, and your contribution can be noted on your degree certificate supplement. You do not receive any cash payment.

Who can apply

• University: You are studying for a Bachelor’s, Master’s or PhD degree at ISPA.
• Field of study: Any subject.
• Nationality: Any nationality.
• Financial need: Your household income per person is equal to or less than 16 times the IAS (the Portuguese social assistance index), plus the statutory maximum annual fee for the first year of study.
• Grades: Last academic year you passed at least 50% of your enrolled ECTS credits if you took 36 or more, or all of them if you took 35 or fewer.

How to apply

Complete the online form on the ISPA website. Attach your CV and proof of your income for the past calendar year. You can apply between October and February. The ISPA Social Engagement Department selects students based on financial need, academic merit and the number of project places available.

Our guide Scholarships in Portugal brings together further funding options for students looking to support their studies in Portugal.