Q&A Leapfrogs

Leapfrogs Malmö

Frequently asked questions

Q: Who is eligible to apply for Leapfrogs Malmö? 

A: Applicants must be enrolled in a program or a single course at Malmö University during the spring semester of 2025 or have at least one registered credit at Malmö University after May 31, 2024.

Q: How developed does my idea need to be to apply for Leapfrogs Malmö? 

A: Leapfrogs Malmö aims to provide a platform for experimentation and learning. We want to give students the opportunity to develop their ideas without any preconditions, so the scholarship does not emphasize the stage of your process. However, your idea must be developed enough to answer the application questions. This means you should have conducted a basic needs assessment and area review. If you are unsure what this entails, please contact Drivhuset Malmö for assistance.

Q: Are Leapfrogs Malmö and Leapfrogs Lund the same? 

A: No, Leapfrogs Malmö is only for students at Malmö University, while Leapfrogs Lund is for students at Lund University, Blekinge Institute of Technology, and Kristianstad University. The scholarships have different application procedures and target projects at different stages of the idea development process.

Q: How much funding do you receive from Leapfrogs? 

A: The scholarship amounts to 40,000 SEK per individual, paid out in installments during the project period.

Q: Can I work or study while participating in Leapfrogs? 

A: Leapfrogs Malmö is a full-time commitment during the program period (June to August). Participants are not expected to take on other full-time jobs or studies that would interfere with this commitment.

Q: Is it possible to combine the Leapfrogs scholarship with CSN grants during the summer? 

A: No, scholarship recipients are expected to take a study break during the program period and focus entirely on their project. It is not allowed to receive CSN study grants simultaneously with the Leapfrogs scholarship.

Q: Can I apply for other scholarships or participate in competitions while receiving Leapfrogs Malmö? 

A: Yes, you can participate in other competitions or programs, provided they do not conflict with your commitment to Leapfrogs.

Q: Can multiple team members from a project apply? 

A: Yes, multiple team members can apply. Although the scholarship is awarded to individuals, we can grant up to two scholarships per project. Each team member must submit an individual application.

Q: Can I apply with multiple ideas? 

A: Yes, but each idea requires a separate application and must meet the eligibility criteria.

Q: Can I apply again if I have previously received the Leapfrogs scholarship? 

A: Yes. However, an individual can be awarded the Leapfrogs scholarship a maximum of two times.

Q: Can international students or those studying abroad apply? 

A: Yes, international students are welcome to apply. However, note that physical presence during the mandatory sessions in Malmö is required.

Q: Do I have to repay the scholarship if the project fails? 

A: No, you do not have to repay the scholarship if your project is unsuccessful, provided all the information you provided was correct and you fulfilled the program’s commitments.

Q: What happens if I decide to terminate the project during the summer? 

A: If you choose to terminate your project, you must immediately inform the project manager for Leapfrogs Malmö. Further scholarship payments will cease, and you may be required to repay any unused funds.

Q: Do I need a Swedish bank account for payment? 

A: Yes.

Q: Can I get guidance in developing my idea and application? 

A: Yes, Drivhuset Malmö is happy to support you during the application phase and also arranges a writing workshop for Leapfrogs applications at the end of January.