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Santander Scholarships

Are you a student in Portugal with a financial aid scholarship? Join 150 peers in experiencing four days of cutting-edge science, international networking, and career-defining opportunities—at no cost.

BREAKTHROUGH OPPORTUNITY

AIMS Meeting 2026, in partnership with Santander Foundation Portugal, is proud to offer 150 full scholarships to students across Portugal. We believe that talent and ambition should never be limited by financial circumstances.

Application Period

February 10 – March 10, 2026

Results Announcement

Within 2 working days after March 10

AIMS Meeting 2026

April 16-19, 2026

Who Can Apply?

You’re eligible if you:

Integrated Master’s in Medicine

You must be enrolled in a Portuguese university.

Active Academic Status

You need to have active enrollment for the 2025/2026 academic year with a minimum of 30 ECTS.

Financial Aid Recipient

You must receive a valid financial aid or social action scholarship (e.g., DGES scholarship, AEFML scholarship, or similar programs).

How to Apply

Gather Your Documents

Prepare the following:

  • Proof of enrollment
  • Declaration of weighted grade point average
  • Official proof of your financial aid/social action scholarship

Submit Your Application

Visit the Santander Open Academy platform and complete your application:
app.santanderopenacademy.com/program/aims-meeting-2026

Wait for Results

Results will be announced within 2 working days after the application period closes. Selected candidates must confirm acceptance within 24 hours of notification.

Register with AIMS Meeting

After the publication of the results, complete your registration as a scholarship applicant on our platform. This step links your scholarship application to the AIMS Meeting 2026.

Register here.

Selection Criteria

Candidates are ranked based on:

  1. University of enrollment (FMUL students have priority)
  2. Academic performance (weighted grade point average)

In case of a tie, preference is given to candidates with more scholarships and those in higher academic years.

Full regulations are available for download.

Questions?

We’re here to help! Contact us at:
đź“§ support@aimsmeeting.org

Or visit our full regulations for detailed information about eligibility, selection criteria, and conditions.

Don’t Let Financial Barriers Stop You!

This is your opportunity to be part of Europe’s largest student-led biomedical congress. Join 150 scholarship recipients in experiencing four transformative days of cutting-edge science, international networking, and unforgettable moments.

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