Extraordinary Student Grants
Extraordinary student grants to support Upper Austrian students in special financial hardship situations. Applications can be submitted at any time (valid since 07.01.2014).
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Grant criteria
Funding objective
Support for students from Upper Austria facing exceptional financial hardships to ensure their participation in school and educational opportunities.
Eligible to apply
- Individuals
Funding requirements
- Requirements according to the general funding guidelines of the State of Upper Austria
- Written application
Documents required for application
- Written application
Description
The Extraordinary Student Grants support students from Upper Austria who are experiencing special financial hardships, in order to sustainably secure their participation in school and educational opportunities. As a continuously available subsidy program, it has been in place since January 2014 to cushion unforeseen expenses in everyday school life. The funds are allocated for specific purposes and require proof of proper use through original payment receipts. By aligning with the general funding guidelines of the State of Upper Austria, transparency and reliability are ensured, while comprehensive accessibility is guaranteed for all eligible private individuals in Upper Austria.
Interested parties may submit a written application at any time, which will be reviewed according to statewide regulations. Applicants should include all required documents in full to enable prompt processing. The funding is provided as a one-time grant, the amount of which is determined based on individual need. The goal is to ensure that no child has to forgo unrestricted school participation even in financially challenging times. The continuous availability of the grants eliminates strict deadlines and facilitates tailored support precisely when it is most urgently needed.