Learn about the grant that helps Portuguese students pay for college. Find out if you qualify and how to apply. Get financial support for tuition and housing. Understand deadlines and benefits, like making college more affordable. Use the simulator to estimate your grant. Start your higher education journey now!
About
The higher education study grant helps students in public and private colleges.
It helps if you are studying for a technical course, bachelor’s degree, integrated master’s, or master’s degree.
This grant supports your education.
Requirements
To qualify for the higher education study grant, you must meet these requirements:
- Nationality or Residency: You must have legal residency status in Portugal.
- Enrollment Status: You should be enrolled in a course that equals at least 30 ECTS credits.
- Educational Level: You should not already have a degree or diploma that matches or exceeds the level of the course for which you’re applying for the grant.
- Academic Performance: After the first year, you must continue to meet the conditions for usage and maximum number of enrollments.
- Household Income: Your total annual household income must be less than EUR 11,049.89.
- Movable Property: The total value of movable property in your household must be less than EUR 115,303.20.
- Tax and Social Security Compliance: You must be current with all tax and social security obligations.
Special Conditions:
- Working Students: Students who earn occasional income during holiday periods can have a total income limit of EUR 12,569.89.
- Humanitarian Situations: Students from Syria, Afghan refugees, and those under temporary protection from Ukraine may qualify for the maximum grant amount and are exempt from the minimum income requirements.
Required Documents
When applying for the higher education study grant, you will need to provide detailed information and documents for all household members, including:
Tax Identification Numbers (NIF and foreign TINs): These are required for all household members.
Social Security Identification Numbers (NISS): You’ll need to provide these numbers for everyone in your household.
Bank Account Balances: Provide balances as of December 31st of the previous year.
Movable Property Values: Include values of savings certificates, shares, bonds, etc.
IRS Tax Return: Submit the tax return for the previous calendar year.
Proof of Property Ownership or Rental Agreement: If applicable, provide documents showing property ownership or rental agreement.
IBAN Proof: This includes proof of IBAN (International Bank Account Number) showing the account holder’s identity for grant payment purposes.
Benefits
The benefits of the higher education study grant include:
Financial Support: Helps cover tuition fees, accommodation costs, and other educational expenses, reducing the financial burden on students and their families.
Accessibility: Provides financial aid to students from diverse economic backgrounds, ensuring that higher education remains accessible.
Support for Educational Journey: Supports students pursuing various levels of education, from technical courses to master’s degrees, fostering academic growth and career development.
Flexibility: Offers different grant amounts based on individual financial circumstances and special conditions like humanitarian emergencies, ensuring support is tailored to specific needs.
Ease of Application: The online application process and availability of a grant simulator make it easier for students to understand their eligibility and estimate potential grant amounts.
Overall, the grant aims to promote equal opportunities in higher education by providing financial assistance to eligible students in Portugal.
How to Apply
Here are the steps for the application process for the higher education study grant:
- Online Submission: Visit eportugal.gov.pt to start your application.
- Login Details: Use your user code and password to access the student’s restricted area. If you’re a new applicant, you’ll receive login information via email.
- Document Upload: Upload all necessary documents as listed earlier during the application process.
- Simulator: Use the DGES Simulator to estimate the grant amount you might qualify for.
Make sure to follow these steps carefully to complete your application for the higher education study grant.
Application deadline
Here are the application deadlines for the higher education study grant:
Primary Application Period: From 25 June to 30 September, 2024.
Post-Enrollment: Within 20 working days after enrollment, if enrolling after 30 September, 2024.
Professional Traineeship: Within 20 working days following the issue of proof of commencement.
Ongoing Applications: Between 1 October and 31 May, 2024 (grant amount pro-rated based on application date).
Transitioning Students: For students finishing a bachelor’s degree and starting a master’s degree, the application period remains 25 June to 30 September, 2024, or within 20 working days post-enrollment.
Ensure you meet the deadlines applicable to your situation to complete your application for the higher education study grant.