University of Luxembourg PhD Grant (Luxembourg National Research Fund, AFR)
About this scholarship
In Luxembourg, doctoral study is funded as a salaried research position rather than a traditional scholarship. The main route is the Luxembourg National Research Fund (FNR) AFR PhD grant, whose ‘AFR Incoming’ strand is open to candidates of any nationality who secure a doctoral position at a Luxembourg host institution such as the University of Luxembourg. Beneficiaries are employed on a contract with a competitive salary plus a training and mobility budget. For master’s study, Luxembourg keeps enrolment fees very low (the same for international and national students) and offers the Guillaume Dupaix International Master’s Scholarship.
Eligibility
- AFR Incoming PhD is open to candidates of any nationality.
- Must secure a doctoral position at an eligible Luxembourg host institution and spend more than 50% of the time in Luxembourg.
- Application is submitted jointly by the candidate and the host institution.
- Master's scholarship: international applicants with excellent academic records, not receiving Luxembourg state financial aid.
Benefits & Coverage
- A salaried PhD employment contract (about EUR 44,322 per year salary contribution).
- EUR 6,000 training and mobility allowance plus a travel lump sum.
- Up to four years of funding.
- Master's option: very low enrolment fees and a EUR 11,000 per year master's scholarship.
Required Documents
- For AFR PhD: a joint application by candidate and host institution, including a signed joint declaration.
- Research project proposal and work plan.
- Academic transcripts, degree certificates and CV.
- Letters of reference and proof of English.
- For the master's scholarship: degree certificates, transcripts, personal statement and recommendation letters.
How to Apply
- Identify a doctoral position and supervisor at a Luxembourg host institution (for example, the University of Luxembourg).
- Submit the AFR application jointly with the host institution by the annual deadline through the FNR system.
- For master's study, apply to the programme and to the Guillaume Dupaix scholarship as instructed.
- Await the FNR or university decision.
Frequently asked questions
Is University of Luxembourg PhD Grant fully funded? +
This scholarship is listed as fully funded (salaried phd). The listed award is: AFR PhD: an employment contract with a salary contribution of about EUR 44,322 per year (employer may top up to a maximum gross of around EUR 62,461), plus a EUR 6,000 training and mobility allowance and a one-off travel lump sum, for up to four years. Master's: low enrolment fe…. Coverage can change between cycles, so confirm the details on the official page.
What degree levels does University of Luxembourg PhD Grant cover? +
This scholarship is listed for: PhD / Doctorate (plus master's funding option).
When is the application deadline? +
The application deadline listed here is March 15, 2027. Deadlines move, so always verify the date on the official page before planning your application.
Who can apply? +
Key eligibility points from this listing: AFR Incoming PhD is open to candidates of any nationality; Must secure a doctoral position at an eligible Luxembourg host institution and spend more than 50% of the time in Luxembourg; Application is submitted jointly by the candidate and the host institution; Master's scholarsh… See the Eligibility section above for the full requirements.
How do I apply? +
Apply directly through the official portal linked on this page. Legitimate scholarships never charge an application fee, so treat any request for payment as a scam and use official channels only.
Answers are based on this scholarship's listed details. Always confirm on the official page.
