Eligibility

Requirements

Eligibility & Requirements

Review all criteria, required documents, and key dates before submitting your application.

Who Can Apply

Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for the Alija Izetbegović Doctoral Scholarship, applicants must meet all of the following conditions.

1

Enrolled in a Doctoral Program

Be officially registered and enrolled in a doctoral (PhD) program at a university in Bosnia and Herzegovina.

2

PhD Qualifying Exam Passed

Have successfully passed the PhD qualifying exam, or provide proof of completing an equivalent stage at the applicant's institution.

3

Age Requirement

Be no older than 30 years of age as of the application deadline.

4

Academic Standing

Maintain a cumulative GPA of at least 3.20/4.00, or 8.00/10.00 for institutions using a 10-point grading system.

5

Employment Status

Not be employed full-time during the scholarship period. A written declaration confirming that the applicant is not and will not be engaged in full-time employment is required.

Exception: Applicants employed in academic positions at universities, research centers, or similar institutions are exempt from this restriction, subject to official documentation. The scholarship amount is reduced by 25% during the period of such employment. The Foundation and Scholarship Committee must be informed in writing before starting any such position.
Application Dossier

Required Documents

All documents must be submitted in original or certified copies during the application period. A total of 11 documents are required.

1
ID Card
2
Thesis Proposal Form
Officially endorsed and certified by the relevant academic department or faculty.
3
Official Master's Transcript
Officially approved transcript from the completed Master's program.
4
Official PhD Transcript
Officially approved transcript. Cumulative GPA must be at least 3.20/4.00 or 8.00/10.00.
5
PhD Qualifying Exam Certificate
Proof of passing the qualifying exam or equivalent stage at the institution.
6
Letter of Recommendation
7
Letter of Motivation / Statement of Purpose
8
Proof of Student Status
Official enrollment certificate.
9
Supervisor's Approval Letter
Confirming mentorship and support for the proposed research.
10
Employment Declaration
Written declaration confirming non-employment. Academic employees must provide an official letter from their institution.
11
Certificate of No Criminal Record
Issued by the competent authority.
Key Dates

Application Timeline

Application

Application Period

1 July – 15 July

Submit your complete application dossier through the online portal.

Results

Announcement of Results

30 July

Results published on the official website.

Reporting

Progress Reports Due

September & February

Biannual progress documentation submitted by all scholarship recipients.

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