Call for the Master Mind Scholarship for master’s programmes 2026-2027 is open now!!!
The Flemish Ministry of Education and Training awards scholarships for master’s programmes in Flanders and Brussels to outstanding students from around the world. A Master Mind Scholarship includes a grant of €10.225 and a tuition fee waiver per academic year.
The duration of the scholarship is one academic year for a master’s programme of 60 ECTS or two academic years for a master’s programme of 120 ECTS.
The host institution can ask the applicant for a tuition fee that equals the lowest rate of the yearly tuition fee for a local student who receives a study grant from the Flemish government. The rate for the academic year 2026-2027 is €136,50. This rate may increase slightly on a yearly basis.
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There are many scholarships reserved for students from priority countries for the Flemish government: Japan (3), Mexico (3), Palestine (2), and the USA (5). If a selected student from one of these countries cancels or declines the scholarship, the opportunity will first be offered to the next highest-ranking applicant from the same country before moving on to the general ranked list of candidates as decided by the Selection Committee. If the available amount of reserved scholarships is not fulfilled, they will be awarded according to the general ranked list of candidates as decided by the Selection Committee.
Students cannot combine the Master Mind scholarship with:
- another scholarship from the Flemish Government;
- an Erasmus+ or Erasmus Mundus scholarship;
- a BAEF scholarship;
- a Fulbright scholarship.
Each Flemish higher education institution can submit a maximum of 20 applications.
If a scholarship is cancelled or declined by the selected candidate, it is awarded to the next highest-ranked candidate by the Flemish Selection Committee.
If a student loses their scholarship, they will have to pay the full tuition fee if they want to continue the programme without the scholarship. See “payment of the scholarship” for more information.
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Additional Information:
- Open to all nationalities except Russian nationals.
- Mobility to partner institutions abroad is allowed, but at least 50% of credits must be earned in Flanders.
- Not eligible for:
- Preparatory programmes
- Bridging programmes
- Distance learning
Location:
BelgiumBenefits
The benefits of the Master Mind Scholarship in Flander:
- Tuition fee waiver: You don’t pay the standard international tuition fees.
- Prestigious recognition: Awarded to academically excellent students, which strengthens your academic profile.
- Access to top Flemish universities and schools of arts in cities like Leuven, Ghent, Antwerp, Brussels, and Hasselt.
- Grant of €10,225 per academic year (depending on programme length: 1 or 2 years).
- Covers a significant portion of living costs in Belgium.
- Opportunity to study in Flanders and Brussels, a multicultural and innovative region in Europe.
- Mobility to partner institutions abroad is allowed, provided at least 50% of credits are earned in Flanders.
- Enhances your CV with a government-funded scholarship from the Flemish Ministry of Education and Training.
Eligibilities
Programme Requirement:
- Must apply for a master’s degree at a Flemish higher education institution.
- Programme must be 1–2 academic years with at least 60 ECTS per year.
- Not all English-taught programmes are eligible—check if your chosen institution participates.
Academic Requirement:
- Strong academic record with a GPA of 3.5/4.0 (calculated using Scholaro).
- GPA is based on your most recently obtained bachelor’s or master’s degree.
English Language Requirement:
- For universities/universities of sciences:
- IELTS: 7.0 overall
- TOEFL iBT: 94 minimum
- CEFR: C1 level
- Or equivalent recognized test result
- For schools of arts:
- IELTS: 6.5 overall
- TOEFL iBT: 90 minimum
- CEFR: B2 level
- Or equivalent recognized test result
Proof must be no older than 3 years at the time of application.
Host Institution Requirement:
- Must be accepted by a Flemish institution for a degree programme.
- Can only be nominated by one institution.
- If selected by multiple, you must choose one.
Previous Degrees:
- Your qualifying degree must not be from a Flemish institution.
- Students with prior credit mobility (e.g., Erasmus+) in Flanders are still eligible.
- Already enrolled students in Flemish institutions cannot apply, except those in a preparatory programme starting a master’s in September 2026.
Application Process
Step 1 – Check Eligibility
- Review the official eligibility criteria (GPA, English proficiency, programme type, etc.).
Step 2 – Verify Host Institution Participation
- Confirm that your chosen Flemish institution participates in the scholarship.
- Check their specific application deadline.
- Submit your application documents to the host institution before that deadline.
Step 3 – Preselection by Institution
- After the deadline, the institution reviews applications.
- Each institution can nominate up to 20 candidates to the Flemish Higher Education Council.
Step 4 – Preselection Notification
- If you qualify, the institution creates your application file in the Mobility Online tool.
- You’ll receive an email notification if preselected.
Step 5 – Complete Application in Mobility Online
Upload the following documents before the stated deadline:
- Profile picture
- Copy of passport or national ID
- Curriculum Vitae (including GPA, awards, publications, scholarships if applicable)
- Transcript of records (with certified translation if not in Dutch, French, German, or English)
- English language test results (or exemption letter from host university)
- Motivation letter in English
- Two signed recommendation letters (professors or recent employer, in English)
- Copy of diploma(s) (with certified translation if needed)
Step 6 – Validation by Host Institution
- Institution validates and submits your completed file to the Flemish Higher Education Council.
- Late submissions are not accepted.
Step 7 – Final Selection
- The Flemish Higher Education Council’s committee awards scholarships to the highest-ranking students.
- You’ll be notified of the results.
Note: This opportunity has multiple deadlines which varies from university to university.
Application Deadline: April 1, 2026 (26 Days Remaining)
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