Safe Bulkers has extended the application deadline for its 2026-27 scholarship programme to Sept. 7, 2026, offering 10 awards of €10,000 each to students pursuing studies linked to the maritime sector.
Now in its sixth year, the programme is offered by the New York-listed shipping company and CEO Polys V. Hajioannou. It is open to Cypriot citizens and Greek citizens permanently residing in Cyprus, including recently graduated lyceum graduates and students already enrolled at universities in Cyprus, Greece, the UK and other countries.
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Scholarships Cover Maritime And Technology Fields
Selection will be based on academic performance, financial need and social criteria, including household income and family or marital status.
Eligible fields include naval architecture and marine engineering, mechanical and electrical engineering, electronic and computer engineering and automation. The programme also covers computer science, cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, data science, shipping law, and MSc studies in shipping trade and finance.
Academic Requirements Vary
School leavers must provide university acceptance and either a school-leaving grade of at least 18 or an A-level grade of at least B in mathematics or physics.
For students at UK universities, the requirement is an annual average above 60% or a 2:1 classification. Applicants at Greek polytechnic institutions need an annual average above 6.5, while candidates for UK master’s programmes must hold a Greek polytechnic degree with a grade of at least 7.5 or a UK 2:1 degree.
Students enrolled at other universities abroad must have an annual average classified as “very good”.
Applications Close September 7
Applications can be submitted through Safe Bulkers’ scholarship portal, together with the required supporting documents.
Applicants can contact ypotrofies@safebulkers.com for additional information. Final approval is subject to the submission and verification of all required documents.
