Scientific Scholarships of the City of Vienna

The scientific scholarships of the City of Vienna support outstanding scientific projects with a content-related, institutional, or geographical connection to the City of Vienna. Eligible applicants are natural persons aged 18 and over with their main residence in Vienna, who have completed a degree (at least a bachelor's) or can demonstrate research-related activity. Both excellent projects by graduates and smaller research initiatives addressing current scientific and societal questions are funded. Application documents can be submitted at any time; there is no fixed deadline. A maximum funding amount of up to €10,000 per person is available in the form of a grant.

In selecting the scholarship recipients, the focus is on the outstanding quality of the project, its innovation potential, and its relevance to scientific and cultural progress. The aim is to promote creative approaches with a direct connection to Vienna, thereby strengthening the common good and the city's reputation. The continuous submission possibility facilitates the planning and implementation of research projects without time constraints. Interested researchers and graduates can find comprehensive guidelines and further information in the funding guidelines of the City of Vienna Culture.