The scholarship is intended solely for educational and professional development. What does that mean in practice? You can enroll in a professional course or obtain a certification, attend national or international conferences, travel abroad to improve your English skills. The sky is the limit – as long as you invest in developing professional skills relevant to your field of study. We will promote initiatives and people with good English skills, strong analytical thinking, problem-solving abilities, and a collaborative mindset.

Eligibility criteria to apply for the program:

• I am currently enrolled as a student
• I am under 26 years old at the time of application
• I am a student of a 2nd or a 3rd year of a bachelor’s degree program at a Polish university
• My field of study is Economics, Finance, Accounting, or related fields
• I have strong English skills, analytical thinking, problem-solving abilities, and a collaborative mindset
• In the future, I am planning to give back to society through my skills, time, or resources

Applications will be accepted in English from October 8 to November 1, 2026.

All submissions will first undergo a formal eligibility screening by our Foundation to ensure compliance with the scholarship criteria. Shortlisted candidates may be invited to brief online interviews. Eligible applications will then be reviewed by a Selection Committee composed of representatives from our Foundation, ICG Warsaw, SGH Warsaw School of Economics, Kozminski University, and two ICG scholars from 2025/2026 cohort.

Final scholarship recipients will be announced in January 2027 during an in person awards ceremony in Warsaw, followed by scholarship disbursements by January 31, 2027.

From February to June 2027, scholarship holders will take an active part in the Scholar Cultivation Program, a 5-month program focused on community building, learning, and professional development.

After the Scholar Cultivation Program, selected Scholars will be invited to complete an internship with ICG Warsaw.

• October 8 – November 1, 2026: Application period — only complete applications in English will be accepted
• October – November, 2026: Ongoing formal criteria assessment and online interviews with shortlisted candidates
• December 2026: Final selection of 2026/2027 ICG Scholars by the Selection Committee
• January 12, 2027: Live scholarship awards ceremony in Warsaw
• By January 31,  2027: Formalities and scholarship disbursements
• February – June 2027: Scholar Cultivation Program (active participation phase)
• July – September 2027: Internship with ICG Warsaw (for selected and willing ICG Scholars)
• November 30, 2027: Final date by which the scholarship funds may be spent
• By December 15, 2027: Final reporting to the Foundation by ICG Scholars

Students awarded scholarships will be invited to join a 5-month Scholar Cultivation Program designed to foster community, learning, and personal growth. Planned activities include Lunch & Learn in person gatherings with special guests and inspiring discussions, Virtual Q&A Sessions with top investment professionals, Community Building Events (bowling, group volunteering, etc.), and others.

The regulations of this scholarship program have been approved by the Minister of Science and Higher Education, thanks to which the scholarships awarded under the program are exempt from PIT under the applicable provisions of law (under Polish law, scholarships may be subject to Personal Income Tax (PIT), unless a specific exemption applies). In case the Foundation is legally required to withhold and remit tax on your scholarship, it will do so and provide you with the relevant tax statement (PIT-11). In such a case, you are required to provide the Foundation with the information and documents necessary to correctly calculate and settle the tax.

PROGRAM REGULATIONS (pdf)

SAMPLE AGREEMENT (pdf)

Through active participation in the program, students will also gain a head start in applying for internships at ICG, creating a unique opportunity to put their knowledge into practice and explore career development within the company. Participation in an ICG internship is optional and is not a condition for receiving the scholarship.

1. What is the ICG Scholarship Fund?

The ICG Scholarship Fund is a scholarship fund for students at Polish universities, combining financial support with opportunities for personal, academic, and professional development.

2. How much can I apply for?

You can apply for any amount between PLN 5,000 and PLN 10,000, depending on what you need to pursue your idea and support your development. The amount you request is not a factor in the decision to award the scholarship. Asking for a lower amount does not increase your chances of being selected.
We encourage you to apply for the amount that is appropriate for your plans and the specific opportunity you would like to pursue.

3. When can I apply?

Applications are open from October 8 to November 1, 2026.

Please note that applications must be complete and submitted in English. The application requires a little time and preparation. You will be asked to answer several questions and record a short video introducing yourself and sharing your motivation for applying. The video does not need to be professionally produced — you can simply record it on your phone. You don’t need to upload the video file directly; a link to your video hosted on a cloud service (such as Google Drive or SharePoint) is enough. Just make sure that the link is accessible to the Selection Committee.

We encourage you to set aside some time to prepare thoughtful answers and make sure you submit a complete application before the deadline.

4. What happens after I submit my application?

All applications will first undergo a formal eligibility screening. Shortlisted candidates may be invited to a brief online interview in November. Eligible applications will then be reviewed by the Selection Committee before the final Scholars are selected.

5. Who selects the ICG Scholars?

The Selection Committee includes representatives from the Foundation, ICG Warsaw, SGH Warsaw School of Economics, and Kozminski University, as well as two ICG Scholars from the 2025/2026 cohort.

6. When will the results be announced?

The final selection will take place in December 2026.

The new ICG Scholars will be contacted in December 2026 and officially announced during an in-person scholarship awards ceremony in Warsaw at SGH Warsaw School of Economics on January 12,  2027.

7. What happens after I receive the scholarship?

The scholarship is just the beginning. From February to June 2027, Scholars will take part in the 5-month Scholar Cultivation Program, designed to support community building, learning, personal growth, and professional development.

8. What does the Scholar Cultivation Program include?

The program will offer opportunities to learn, connect, and grow through activities such as:

• Lunch & Learn sessions with special guests and inspiring discussions,
• Virtual Q&A sessions with leading investment professionals,
• Community-building events, including social and volunteering activities,
• opportunities to build meaningful connections with fellow Scholars and professionals.

9. Is there an opportunity to intern at ICG?

Yes. Selected and interested Scholars may be invited to complete an internship with ICG Warsaw from July to September 2027. Participation in the internship is optional and is not a condition for receiving the scholarship.

10. When will the scholarship be paid?

Scholarship formalities and disbursements will be completed by January 31, 2027.

11. Is the scholarship subject to tax?

Scholarships awarded under the program are exempt from Personal Income Tax (PIT) under applicable Polish law. If the Foundation is legally required to withhold and remit tax, it will handle the relevant process and provide the necessary tax statement.

12. By when do I need to use the scholarship funds?

Scholarship funds may be used until November 30, 2027.

13. Where can I find the full program details?

Full details are available in the Program Regulations and the Sample Scholarship Agreement.

Ready to take the next step?

If you are curious, eager to learn, and looking for opportunities to grow both personally and professionally, explore the program requirements and prepare your application before November 1, 2026.

Have an idea? Give it a try.

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