The Union of Greek Shipowners (UGS) has announced its scholarship program for the 2025-2026 academic year, offering more than 100 scholarships through its “SYN-ENOSIS FOR EDUCATION” initiative.
The program supports postgraduate studies in Greece and abroad, covering full-time master’s programs lasting one or two years.
Following the success of the 2024-2025 program, which distributed over €1.5 million and awarded 111 scholarships to 46 women and 65 men from 20 regions across Greece, the UGS continues its commitment to education. Last year’s recipients pursued studies in 10 academic fields across 52 universities in 14 countries. Building on this, the UGS has now opened applications for its next round of funding, with a submission deadline of April 30, 2025.
Among the scholarships is the prestigious “Aristeia” award, granted to a candidate with exceptional academic performance. This year’s program is the largest in the UGS’s history, reflecting the Greek shipping industry’s deep ties to society. “In a world where traditions are shaken and values questioned, Greek shipping, guided by our youth, strengthens and protects our foundations,” said UGS President Melina Travlou. “Our faith in the common good is tied to education, our culture, excellence, and a healthy, positive future.”
The UGS scholarship program is the largest of its kind in Greece, forming a cornerstone of the organisation’s humanitarian efforts. Over recent years, the UGS has contributed more than €130 million to support education, healthcare, social welfare, food aid, public infrastructure, and crisis response.
Interested applicants can find details on eligibility, requirements, and application procedures on the UGS website, with all submissions due by April 30, 2025. This initiative underscores the UGS’s ongoing dedication to fostering the next generation of Greek scholars on a global stage.