Jean Monnet Scholarship Programme (JMSP) 2026–2027
- Omran Aburayya
- Sep 5
- 4 min read
Updated: Sep 6
If you are a student, academic, or professional in Türkiye seeking to specialise in European Union studies, here is your chance: applications are now open for the Jean Monnet Scholarship Programme (JMSP) 2026–2027. This long-standing EU-funded scholarship supports individuals who want to pursue graduate or research-level studies in fields related to the EU acquis in universities across EU member states. Around 150 scholarships will be awarded this year, providing participants with the opportunity to deepen their expertise while contributing to Türkiye’s EU integration process. Here's everything you need to know.
🎓 Scholarship Summary
Location: EU member states
Host Institutions: Universities or similar higher education/research institutions in the EU
Study Level: Graduate (Master’s, PhD) or Research-level studies (3–12 months)
Target Group:
Public sector employees in Türkiye
Private sector employees (including NGOs, resident diplomatic missions, etc.)
University academic/administrative staff
Senior undergraduate and postgraduate (Master’s/PhD) students in Türkiye
Fields of Study: EU acquis chapters (policy-based studies only), such as:
Free Movement of Goods
Public Procurement
Competition Policy
Energy
Environment & Climate Change
Digital Transformation & Media
Education & Culture
Foreign, Security and Defence Policy
(Full list available in the official call)
Value & Coverage:
Tuition fees (up to €22,000)
Living expenses (country-based rates)
One-time allowance of €3,500 (visa, travel, insurance, study visits, materials)
Duration: Minimum 3 months – maximum 12 months
Application Deadline: 4 November 2025
Start Date: 2026–2027 academic year (studies must end by 1 March 2028)
Eligible to Apply: Nationals of Türkiye, EU member states, and IPA III beneficiary countries
📚 Scholarship Overview
The Jean Monnet Scholarship Programme was first launched in 1990–1991 and remains one of Türkiye’s most enduring EU projects. Its main objective is to:
Increase the number of experts specialised in EU-related fields,
Strengthen Türkiye’s administrative capacity in implementing the EU acquis,
Support the EU integration process through academic excellence.
Unlike many scholarships, JMSP is focused only on policy-based studies linked to the EU acquis. Applicants must choose one acquis chapter as their study field and pursue a programme directly relevant to it. Fully online or distance-learning programmes are not eligible.
Approximately 50% of awards are reserved for the public sector, 30% for universities, and 20% for the private sector, although quotas may shift to ensure full use of available funding.
🎁 Scholarship Benefits
Full or partial tuition fee coverage (up to €22,000)
Living allowance tailored to the host EU country
One-time €3,500 allowance for travel, visa, insurance, and study-related expenses
Opportunity to join a network of over 2,000 Jean Monnet alumni contributing to Türkiye–EU relations
Exposure to high-level academic and policy discussions on European integration
✅ Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must:
Be a national of Türkiye, an EU member state, or an IPA III beneficiary country
Hold an undergraduate degree (or be a senior undergraduate student)
Have a minimum undergraduate CGPA of 2.70/4.00 or 70/100
OR have a graduate degree / at least 36 months of professional experience if CGPA is lower
Demonstrate foreign language proficiency in one or two official EU languages (valid certificates required)
Belong to one of the eligible groups (public sector, private sector, universities, students)
❌ Not Eligible:
Holders of previous Jean Monnet Scholarships
Those who already earned a graduate degree abroad with EU-funded scholarships
Distance-learning programme students outside Türkiye
📝Application Procedure
Prepare Documents
Completed English application form (2026–2027 academic year)
Copy of ID card/passport
Valid language proficiency certificate(s) (TOEFL, IELTS, DELF, Goethe, DELE, etc.)
Undergraduate diploma & transcript (graduate diploma/work experience documents if applicable)
Sector-specific documents:
Public sector: Employer consent letter
Private sector: Employment letter/payroll & social security registration
University staff/students: Student certificate or employer consent letter
Submission
Applications must be submitted in sealed envelopes by registered mail, courier, or hand-delivery to:
Jean Monnet Scholarship Programme – 2026-2027 Academic Year
Merkezi Finans ve İhale Birimi
Emek, İnönü Bulvarı No:36
T.C. Hazine ve Maliye Bakanlığı Kampüsü E Blok
06490 Ankara / TÜRKİYE
Deadline: 4 November 2025, 17:00 (local time)
Evaluation
Administrative eligibility check
Written exam (based on selected EU acquis chapter + EU–Türkiye relations)
Placement into EU universities with offer letters
Placement & Contracting
Awardees must secure offers from at least two institutions in different EU countries
Scholarships are finalised with contracts signed with the Central Finance and Contracts Unit
📂 Required Documents Checklist
Application form (English)
ID card/passport copy
Language proficiency certificate(s)
Undergraduate diploma & transcript
Graduate diploma or proof of 36-month work experience (if applicable)
Sector-specific documents (consent letters, employment documents, student certificates)
Additional Information
Application clarifications can be requested until 14 October 2025 (via jm2026-2027@jeanmonnet.org.tr).
No age limit applies, though employer institutions (esp. public sector) may impose restrictions.
Returning to Türkiye after study is encouraged but not contractually required.
Approx. 90% of the scholarship is paid upfront, and the remaining 10% upon successful completion of the programme.
🚀 Conclusion
The Jean Monnet Scholarship Programme (JMSP) 2026–2027 is a unique opportunity for students, professionals, and academics in Türkiye to specialise in EU policies and contribute to Türkiye’s EU integration process. With full financial coverage, prestigious placements in EU institutions, and a rich alumni network, this scholarship opens doors for future leaders in governance, policy, and academia.
For official details and to download the full announcement file
