Applications are now open for the UNU-WIDER Visiting Scholars Program 2025 in Finland. This fully funded program offers selected scholars the chance to spend 2 to 3 months in Helsinki at UNU-WIDER, conducting research on development and global economic issues. Participants will also have the opportunity to engage in UNU-WIDER’s academic activities. There is no application fee, and all costs are covered under this program. Details about the eligibility requirements, financial support, and application procedure are provided below.

Details About UNU WIDER Visiting Scholars Program

• Host Country: Finland
• Location: Helsinki
• Duration: 3 Months
• Benefits: Fully Funded
• Deadline: 30th September 2025

Financial Benefits

The Program Covers:

• Medical Insurance: Covers medical and hospital services resulting from sickness and accident during your stay at UNU-WIDER.
• Airfare Ticket
• Monthly Stipend: EUR 3,330 to cover:
  • Travel
  • Visa
  • Accommodation
  • Other out-of-pocket expenses.

Program Focus

Qualified scholars in the Visiting Scholars Program spend 2-3 months at UNU-WIDER to research development and global economic issues. They prepare papers for the WIDER working paper series and present a research seminar.

Eligibility Criteria

• Applicants from around the world are eligible to apply.
• Required: A PhD in economics or a development-related discipline.
• Advantage: A good publication record.
• Applications are particularly encouraged from:
  • Early-career researchers.
  • Female researchers.
  • Researchers from developing countries.

How to Apply for the UNU WIDER Visiting Scholars Program?

Candidates must submit an online application. The Link to the official website is below.