European Central Bank (ECB) Scholarship for Women 2025

Omran Aburayya
Apr 29
2 min read

If you're a woman from an EU country pursuing or planning to pursue a master's degree in economics, statistics, engineering, or computing, and you're facing financial challenges, the European Central Bank (ECB) Scholarship for Women 2025 could be a transformative opportunity. This initiative aims to support your academic journey and provide insights into the ECB's pivotal role in central banking and banking supervision.

🎓 Scholarship Summary

Location: European Union
Host Institution: European Central Bank (ECB)
Study Level: Master’s degree
Target Group: Women from EU Member States
Fields of Study: Economics, Statistics, Engineering, Computing
Award Value: €10,000 grant
Award Duration: One-time grant
Application Deadline: 17 May 2024
Start Date: 2024–2025 academic year
Eligible To: EU nationals facing financial barriers to postgraduate education

🧭 Scholarship Overview

The ECB Scholarship for Women is designed to empower female students from low-income backgrounds by providing financial support and professional development opportunities. In addition to the €10,000 grant, recipients will benefit from:

Study Visit: A one-week visit to the ECB, offering firsthand experience of its operations.
Professional Insights: Exposure to the ECB’s central banking and banking supervision functions.
Networking Opportunities: Meet fellow scholars and connect with the ECB’s “Women in Leadership” network.
Mentorship: Guidance from an ECB economist or expert in the fields of banking supervision, statistics, engineering, or computing.

🎁 Scholarship Benefits

Financial Support: €10,000 grant to assist with tuition and study-related expenses.
Professional Development: Gain insights into the ECB’s operations and career opportunities.
Networking: Connect with professionals and peers in the field.
Mentorship: Receive personalized advice and guidance from ECB experts.

✅ Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for the ECB Scholarship for Women, applicants must:

Gender: Identify as female.
Citizenship: Be a national of an EU Member State.
Academic Status: Be currently enrolled or about to enroll in a master's course in economics, statistics, engineering, or computing at a European university or business school.
Financial Need: Demonstrate a funding gap that may hinder the pursuit of studies.
Academic Excellence: Have obtained excellent grades in undergraduate studies.

ℹ️ The ECB encourages applications from women of diverse backgrounds, irrespective of age, disability, ethnicity, race, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, or other characteristics.

📝 Application Procedure

Applicants must submit the following documents by the deadline:

Application Form: Download and fill the Application form
Motivation Letter: Explain the reasons for pursuing the chosen field of study and career aspirations.
Current Funding Situation: Outline the financial challenges faced.
Proof of Enrollment: Provide evidence of acceptance or enrollment in a relevant master's program.
Academic Transcripts: Submit official transcripts of undergraduate qualifications.
Letter of Recommendation: An official academic letter from a professor, guidance counselor, administrator, coach, or mentor (to be submitted only when called for an interview).