Cimo Fellowships
The CIMO Fellowships programme is open to young Doctoral level students and researchers from all countries and from all academic fields. Neither studies at Master's level nor post-doctoral studies are supported in the programme.
The scholarship period may vary from 3 to 12 months. The monthly allowance is 900-1200 euros (in 2011). The scholarship is intended to cover living expenses in Finland for a single person. No additional allowance for housing is paid. Expenses due to international travel to and from Finland are not covered by CIMO.
How to apply
The prerequisite for applying is that the visiting researcher must have established contacts with a Finnish host university - please see the section 'Doctoral Admissions' for further information.
If a Finnish university is willing to host you, then the Finnish university department wishing to host you can apply to CIMO for the grant on your behalf. In other words, only the hosting Finnish university can act as an "applicant" in the CIMO Fellowship programme.
The application form for the CIMO Fellowship can be downloaded below. Additionally, the following attachments are required for a CIMO Fellowship application:
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A motivation letter from the applicant (the hosting university), max 1 page
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Complete CV of the scholarship candidate
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Research plan (2-5 pages)
Two printed and signed copies of the application with required attachments should be submitted to the following address: CIMO, PO Box 343, 00531 Helsinki. Please mark the envelope with “CIMO Fellowships”.
When to apply
There are no annual application deadlines in the CIMO Fellowship programme. Applications may be considered at all times. However, please note that applications should be submitted at least 5 months before the intended scholarship period. Decisions will be made within approximately 3 months after receipt of application.
Application form and detailed instructions
A detailed set of guidelines for a CIMO Fellowship application is provided (in English) at the end of the downloadable application form, see the link below.
CIMO Fellowship application form and instructions