An exciting opportunity for approximately 250 students from all nationalities and fields from all 4EU+ universities, from the second year of Bachelor studies up to PhD level, aged 30 years or under, to join the European Student Assembly 2026. The ESA26 will take place at the European Parliament in Strasbourg, France, from 20 to 22 April 2026. All costs related to the participation will be covered by the European Parliament and the 4EU+ universities.
About the ESA
The European Student Assembly is the main initiative of the EUC Voices Erasmus+ project. It is an annual event that each year gathers more than 230 students from the European Universities Alliances (EUAs) to debate, first online and then onsite, issues that are central to students in Europe, draft policy recommendations on the future of Europe, and advocate for them among stakeholders and decision-makers.
The main focus of the EUC Voices project is active European citizenship, which is implemented through 3 main activities: the European Student Assembly, the European Universities Student Ambassadors Forum, and the EUC Voices Alumni Network.
About ESA26
The fifth edition of the European Student Assembly (#ESA26) is launching and will bring a new generation of EUAs’ students together. Participants will debate and draft policy recommendations on 8 topics related to the future of Europe and essential for students.
From January to April 2026, the selected students will work remotely with other members of the same panel to deepen their understanding of their chosen topic and start drafting policy recommendations. They will meet experts and follow online training sessions on policy drafting and moderation.
This several-month project will culminate in a deliberative assembly gathering at the European Parliament in Strasbourg from 20 to 22 April 2026. During the event, many activities will be organised for students and the 65 EUAs.
Why Participate in ESA26?
- Represent the voices of students from diverse fields, backgrounds, and levels of study.
- Build connections with peers across European University Alliances.
- Influence European politics and advocate for democratic processes.
- Collaborate in shaping policies on key issues, contributing to Europe's future.
Eligibility | Who can apply?
- Applications are open to students from all nationalities, fields and levels of study from the second year of Bachelor's to PhD, and they are not older than 30 years of age.
- To participate, you must be registered in a higher education institution belonging to one of the 65 European Universities Alliances. Please check the list HERE
- Students who have never participated in ESA are welcome to apply as participants and/or panel coordinators.
- It is essential that all participants are prepared to actively engage with the group from the start
- Students who participated in the previous edition of ESA as coordinators cannot apply anymore.
- Faculty members are not eligible except for PhD candidates
Expenses and Benefits
- Participation is free of charge; ESA doesn't charge any Participation fees.
- Meals will be provided for free, as well as accommodation for three nights in a youth hostel in Strasbourg, France.
- The reimbursement of travel costs is at the discretion of the European universities' Alliances.
- An excellent opportunity to meet with NGOs, Members of the European Parliament, and representatives from the European Commission.
Timeline
Application deadline: 2 November 2025
Coordinators' selection result: 1 December 2025
Participants' selection result: 10 December 2026
coordinators onboarding session: 15 January 2026
Participants' onboarding session: 21 January 2026
Online preparation phase: January - April 2026
ESA at the European Parliament: 20 - 22 April 2026
How to apply?
If you are interested in joining the European Student Assembly 2026 at the European Parliament, fill in this form no later than the 2nd of November 2025
More Details
For more details about the European Student Assembly 2026, read the ESA26 handbook from HERE
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