The Master Mind Scholarships 2026–2027 offer an excellent opportunity for outstanding international students who want to pursue a master’s degree in Belgium. The scholarship is funded by the Flemish Ministry of Education and Training to attract talented students from around the world to study at leading universities in the Flanders.
This scholarship allows students to gain a high-quality European education while studying in one of the most international and innovative regions of Europe.
The Master Mind Scholarship is a government-funded initiative that supports international students enrolling in master’s programs at universities in Belgium. The program promotes Flemish higher education as a top study destination for talented students worldwide.
Each year, around 30 scholarships are awarded to outstanding international applicants who demonstrate strong academic performance and leadership potential.
Participating Host Institutions:
These top-ranked Flemish higher education institutions can apply for Master Mind Scholarship:
- KU Leuven / University of Leuven
- Ghent University
- University of Antwerp
- Hasselt University
- Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB)
- Antwerp Maritime Academy
- AP University of Applied Sciences and Arts
- Erasmus Brussels University of Applied Sciences and Arts
- HOGENT University of Applied Sciences and Arts
- LUCA School of Arts
- KdG University of Applied Sciences and Arts
- PXL University College
Country: BelgiumFinancial coverage: Partially Funded
- Different Universities
Scholarship Benefits
The Master Mind Scholarship 2026–2027 provides financial support that helps reduce the cost of studying in Belgium.
Successful applicants receive:
- A grant of about €10,000 per academic year
- Full or partial tuition fee waiver
- Access to top universities in Belgium
- Opportunity to study in a multicultural European environment
Students usually pay only a small administrative fee of around €140 per year while the scholarship covers the main tuition cost.
Duration of the Scholarship
The scholarship duration depends on the length of the master’s program:
- 1 year for master’s programs with 60 ECTS credits
- 2 years for master’s programs with 120 ECTS credits
Fields of Study
Students can apply for many master’s programs offered by participating universities. Common fields include:
- Engineering and Technology
- Business and Economics
- Computer Science and Data Science
- Environmental Science
- Biomedical Sciences
- Social Sciences
Programs are usually taught in English, making them accessible to international students.
Eligibility Requirements
To qualify for the Master Mind Scholarship, applicants must meet the following conditions:
- Be an international student from outside Belgium
- Have an excellent academic record
- Apply for a master’s program at a participating Flemish university
- Hold a bachelor’s degree obtained outside Flanders
- Meet the required English language proficiency (IELTS, TOEFL, or equivalent)
Students already studying at a Flemish university are generally not eligible for this scholarship.
Required Documents
Applicants typically need the following documents:
- Completed scholarship application form
- Academic transcripts and certificates
- Updated Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Motivation letter
- Passport copy
- Proof of English language proficiency
- Recommendation letters (if required)
Strong academic performance and a well-written motivation letter can significantly increase your chances of selection.
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