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Apply for the Erasmus+ ICM grant
Are you interested in a partnership with universities outside the European Union, or in exchange of students and staff with organisations beyond the EU borders? Apply for the Erasmus+ International Credit Mobility (ICM) grant. Let the Student and Educational Affairs Grant Department know that you are interested by 20 November 2024, 23:59 hr, by sending your 'Expression of Interest' to EduGrants@sea.leidenuniv.nl.
What is ICM?
The European Erasmus+ International Credit Mobility (ICM) programme facilitates the exchange of staff members, bachelor's and master's students, and PhD candidates with universities outside the European Union. The ICM grant can be used for both outgoing (to the university abroad) and incoming (to Leiden University) staff and students. Please note, however, that outgoing student exchanges may in some cases be restricted. For more information, please contact the Grant Department.
How can I apply for an ICM grant?
The first step in applying is the internal pre-selection, which acquires you to send in an 'Expression of Interest' by 20 November.
The further steps in the application process are as follows:
- Expression of Interest: 20 November 2024
- Results pre-selection available: 6 December 2024
- Draft application: 13 January 2025
- Final application: 5 February 2025
More information and contact
Keep in mind that each ICM project requires good coordination from both the applicant and the partner university abroad. The Student and Educational Affairs Grant Department offers you personal guidance and advice during the entire application process. Make sure to involve your faculty's international office as well.
With questions regarding the ICM grant, please contact the Grant Department, Ivo Bles and Theodore Poumpalov, at EduGrants@sea.leidenuniv.nl. More information can also be found on the grants webpage.