Evaluation And Selection
Evaluation & Selection
Understand how applications are assessed, what criteria are prioritized, and what obligations recipients must fulfill.
Evaluation Criteria
The Scholarship Commission compiles a list of complete applications, ranks candidates, and collects evaluations from two expert reviewers. Shortlisted candidates are invited for interviews (in person or remotely).
Doctoral GPA & Dissertation Proposal
The overall score is formed based on the average grade in doctoral studies and the average assessment of the dissertation proposal by two expert evaluators.
- Average grade in doctoral studies
- Quality and originality of the dissertation proposal
- Assessment by two independent expert evaluators
- Alignment with the specified research topics
Commission Interview
Shortlisted candidates are invited for an interview with the Scholarship Commission, conducted in person or via remote communication.
- Presentation of research goals and methodology
- Relevance of research to national development
- Academic preparedness and communication
- Commission's overall assessment score
Selection Process
Application Submission
Candidates submit their complete application dossier with all 14 required documents via email to info@alijaizetbegovic.org by 15 September 2026.
Administrative Review
Applications are reviewed for completeness. Incomplete or late submissions are excluded from further consideration.
Academic Evaluation
Eligible applications are assessed against the two evaluation criteria: research relevance and academic merit.
Results Announcement
Selected candidates are notified and results are published on the official website on 30 July.
Scholarship Obligations
Recipients of the Alija Izetbegović Doctoral Scholarship are expected to maintain academic progress and fulfill the following obligations throughout the scholarship period.
Biannual Progress Reports
Submit a progress report every six months, documenting academic milestones. Prepare at least one scientific paper and submit it for publication within one year of the scholarship start.
Research Budget & Publications
An annual budget of 3,000 BAM is provided for research activities: conferences, publication costs, academic programs, and research travel. Special approval is required for use of funds. Publishing in Q2+ journals (SSCI, SCI, SCI-E, AHCI, Scopus) is encouraged.
Termination Conditions
The scholarship may be terminated if the recipient fails to submit reports on time, enters full-time employment (outside academic exceptions), or shows insufficient academic progress. Precise obligations are determined by the scholarship agreement.
Begin Your Application
If you meet the eligibility criteria and understand the evaluation process, start your application today.