# European University Institute doctoral programmes

**Funder:** European University Institute (EUI)
**Deadline:** 15 January 2027
**Consortium:** No - individual applicant, hosted by the European University Institute
**Frequency:** Annual
**Official call:** https://www.aka.fi/en/research-funding/apply-for-funding/calls-for-applications/international-calls/european-university-institute-eui-doctoral-programmes-2027/
**Last updated:** 25 Oct 2026

## Eligibility & scope

Doctoral programme funding at the European University Institute; Finnish applicants apply via Research Council of Finland funding.

## Summary

This funding supports doctoral study at the European University Institute (EUI), covering programmes for individual applicants pursuing a PhD at the institute. It is aimed at early-career researchers applying to EUI's doctoral programmes, with the call run annually; Finnish applicants apply through a separate Research Council of Finland route.

## Who should apply

- Early-career researchers applying to start a PhD
- Individual applicants, not consortium-based
- Applicants hosted at the European University Institute
- Finnish applicants, who apply via the Research Council of Finland instead

## Key dates

- Annual deadline, next on 15 January 2027
- Call runs yearly

## Tips for applicants

- Finnish applicants should apply through the Research Council of Finland rather than directly to EUI.
- Since this is an individual application with no consortium, focus the proposal on your own research plan and fit with EUI's doctoral programme.

## Frequently asked questions

### Who can apply for EUI doctoral programme funding?

Early-career researchers applying individually for a PhD programme at the European University Institute.

### Do Finnish applicants apply the same way?

No, Finnish applicants apply via Research Council of Finland funding instead of directly to EUI.

### Is this grant open to consortium applications?

No, it is for individual applicants hosted by the European University Institute.

### How often does EUI run this call?

The call runs annually, with the next deadline on 15 January 2027.

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