Master Mind Scholarships 2026 (Fully Funded) Belgium

Applications for the Master Mind Scholarships 2025-2026, funded by the Government of Flanders, are now open. In this article, we will explain the scholarship benefits, eligibility criteria, and step-by-step application process.

The Master Mind Scholarship is designed to attract outstanding international students to pursue a Master’s degree program at leading Flemish universities and university colleges in Belgium. It provides a fully funded package, combining a tuition waiver and a generous grant, making higher education in Belgium accessible for talented students worldwide.

Scholarship Summary

• Level of Study: Master’s degree

• Institution(s): Flemish Universities (KU Leuven, Ghent University, University of Antwerp, Vrije Universiteit Brussel, Hasselt University, and others) Study in Flanders

• Country: Belgium

• Scholarship Type: Fully Funded

• Duration: 1–2 years (depending on Master’s program)

• Deadline: February–April 2025 (varies by institution)

Scholarship Coverage – Master Mind Scholarships

The Master Mind Scholarships 2025-2026 provide:

• Tuition fee waiver (students only pay a small administrative fee)

• Grant of €10,000 per academic year to cover accommodation, living expenses, and insurance

• Scholarship renewable for up to 2 years (for two-year Master’s programs)

• Opportunity to study at world-ranked Flemish institutions with high international recognition

Note: Travel expenses are generally not included, and students must arrange their own airfare to Belgium.

Eligibility Criteria – Master Mind Scholarships

To qualify for the Master Mind Scholarship, applicants must:

• Be an international student applying for a Master’s program at a participating Flemish university.

• Have a strong academic record (minimum GPA equivalent of 3.5/4.0 or higher).

• Demonstrate English proficiency:

  • IELTS 7.0 or higher

  • TOEFL iBT 94 or higher

• Be accepted into a full-time Master’s degree program at a Flemish institution.

• Already hold a Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) relevant to the chosen program.

Participating Institutions – Master Mind Scholarships

The scholarship is available at:

• KU Leuven

• Ghent University

• University of Antwerp

• Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB)

• Hasselt University

• Flemish universities of applied sciences and arts

How to Apply – Master Mind Scholarships

1. Apply for admission to a Master’s program at one of the participating Flemish universities.

2. If shortlisted, the university will nominate you for the Master Mind Scholarship.

3. Submit required documents via the online application system:

   • Academic transcripts

   • CV/Resume

   • Motivation letter

   • Proof of English proficiency (IELTS/TOEFL)

   • Recommendation letters

4. Wait for selection results (announced by the Government of Flanders after review).

Official Links

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