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University of Lisbon cuts Erasmus grants for students abroad

The University of Lisbon has limited Erasmus grants to five months, affecting students' mobility overseas.

20 August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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The University of Lisbon has announced a reduction in the Erasmus grants allocated to students studying abroad, limiting them to a maximum of five months, which equates to a single semester. This decision comes at a time when the university is among the most sought-after for student mobility, having awarded around 2,100 grants in the previous year.

According to received information, this measure arises from a 10% cut in funding intended for the Erasmus project. This cut has had a significant impact on the distribution of grants, resulting in a substantial decrease in the financial support students can receive.

Students were informed of the change on August 18, which has raised concerns within the academic community regarding mobility opportunities. The announcement of the reduction was considered unexpected by many students, who had hoped to receive the same level of support as in previous years.

The University of Lisbon, known for having a large number of students participating in exchange programs, now faces the challenge of effectively communicating the reasons behind this change to its student community.

The impacts of this reduction in Erasmus grants are not yet fully clear, but it is expected to influence students' decisions regarding participation in exchange programs for the upcoming academic year.

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