The scholarships offered by the Bjärkqvist Fund can be used for studying at a university or a polytechnic, or for scientific research or artistic activity. The maximum amount of scholarships awarded is altogether 50,000 euro.
The recipient of this scholarship has been a student in one of the basic education schools of Kangasala, or of Kangasala lukio. Excellent study results are expected of the applicant. Also applicants, whose scientific and artistic work progresses the culture of Kangasala can be considered.