Dubrovnik-Neretva County has published a call for applications for scholarships for gifted pupils and students, as well as those training in occupations with a shortage of skilled workers. Alongside issuing the call, the County has increased the total budgetary funds allocated to scholarships, as well as the monthly scholarship amounts.
The monthly scholarship amount for pupils will be €120 instead of the previous €100. Student scholarships have been increased from €200 to €250 per month.
The Budget for this year provides €200,000 for scholarships, while the amount in the 2027 Budget has been increased to €250,000.
Eligibility to participate in the call is open to secondary school pupils and students who are citizens of the Republic of Croatia. They must also have the status of a regular pupil or student and reside in the area of Dubrovnik-Neretva County.
Candidates must also meet the condition that they do not have a scholarship agreement concluded with other sponsors, except in the case of undertaking professional practice or participating in a mobility or international exchange programme.
Applications for the call are accepted until 10 November 2026. Applications are submitted with forms accessible on the Dubrovnik-Neretva County website, within the Administrative Department for Education, Culture and Sport, under the Scholarship Allocation section.
