25. September 2025
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Best Master’s Scholarships in Europe for Non-EU Students
Discover top European scholarships that offer full funding for non-EU students aiming to pursue a Master’s degree in 2025/26.
Notice: Fully funded means tuition + living stipend; some scholarships may also include travel or research allowances. Always check details with the scholarship provider.
- Erasmus Mundus Joint Master’s Programs — Multi-university programmes across Europe with tuition, monthly stipend and travel support.
- Swedish Institute Scholarships — Fully-funded Master’s awards including tuition waiver and living allowance.
- Swiss Government Excellence Scholarships — Postgraduate grants for international students, with monthly stipend and research support.
- Eiffel Excellence Scholarships (France) — Awards for outstanding non-EU Master’s students with funding for tuition, stipend, and living cost.
- DAAD Scholarships (Germany) — Master’s scholarships for non-EU students, offering stipend, often travel and insurance.
- NL (Netherlands) Holland Scholarship / Orange Knowledge Programme — Funding options for non-EU students; sometimes full or near-full support.
- Finnish Government / EDUFI Scholarships — Grants for international Master’s students to cover tuition and living expenses.
- Spanish University Merit Scholarships — Select universities in Spain offer full funding or fee waivers plus stipend for non-EU students.
- Polish Government Scholarship Programs — Scholarships covering tuition and accommodation/living support in Poland for Master’s applicants.
- Portugal University Merit Awards — Regional and university-level full scholarships for eligible international students.
Tips to Apply Successfully
- Begin your preparation 3-6 months before application deadlines.
- Prepare a strong SOP/research proposal tailored to European academic expectations.
- Secure recommendation letters from professors who know your academic potential well.
- Ensure validity of transcripts, test scores, and proof of English/French/German proficiency as required.
- Consider cost of living differences — even fully funded scholarships may require proof of finances or extra funds.
