๐ŸŽ“ Belgium Master Mind Scholarship

๐Ÿ“š About the Scholarship

The Belgium Master Mind Scholarship is a prestigious, fully funded scholarship program financed by the Flemish Ministry of Education and Training. It aims to support outstanding international students worldwide to pursue a masterโ€™s degree at one of the leading universities and universities of applied sciences in the Flanders and Brussels regions of Belgium. This program promotes high academic standards and encourages international academic exchange and cooperation.

๐Ÿ“ Summary

  • ๐ŸŽฏ Degree Level: Masterโ€™s
  • โณ Duration: 1โ€“2 years (depending on program)
  • ๐ŸŒ Location: Flanders & Brussels, Belgium
  • ๐Ÿซ Eligible Institutions: 5 Universities + 7 Universities of Applied Sciences & Arts
  • ๐Ÿ“… Application Deadline: 27 Aprilย 

๐ŸŒŸ Why Study in Belgium with Master Mind Scholarship?

  • ๐ŸŽ“ Study at top-ranked Flemish universities
  • ๐ŸŒ Experience multicultural and multilingual environment
  • ๐Ÿ’ธ Fully funded tuition, living, and insurance costs
  • ๐Ÿš€ Excellent career and research opportunities in Europe

๐Ÿ’ฐ Scholarship Benefits

  • ๐ŸŽŸ Tuition fees waived (small administrative fee may apply)
  • ๐Ÿ’ถ โ‚ฌ10,000 grant per academic year
  • ๐Ÿ  Accommodation support
  • ๐Ÿฝ Living expenses allowance
  • ๐Ÿฅ Health and accident insurance

โœ… Eligibility Criteria

  • ๐ŸŒ Open to international applicants except Russian nationals
  • ๐ŸŽ“ Must enroll full-time masterโ€™s program in Flanders or Brussels
  • ๐Ÿ“Š Minimum GPA: 3.5/4.0
  • ๐Ÿ—ฃ Language proficiency:
    • IELTS โ‰ฅ 7.0 (including IELTS Indicator)
    • TOEFL โ‰ฅ 94 (including iBT Home Edition)
  • ๐ŸŽ“ Previous degree obtained outside Flanders

๐Ÿ“„ Required Documents

  • ๐Ÿ—‚ Application form for chosen Flemish university
  • ๐ŸŽ“ Certified transcripts and diplomas
  • ๐Ÿ—ฃ Proof of English proficiency (IELTS or TOEFL)
  • ๐Ÿ“„ CV (Curriculum Vitae)
  • ๐Ÿ–‹ Motivation or statement of purpose letter
  • ๐Ÿ›‚ Valid passport copy

โฐ Deadline

  • ๐Ÿ“… University application deadline: 27 Aprilย 
  • โณ Mobility-Online scholarship application deadline after preselection

๐Ÿ“ How to Apply

  1. โœ… Check eligibility and find your program at participating Flemish universities.
  2. ๐Ÿ–ฅ Apply directly to the host institution before their internal deadline.
  3. ๐Ÿ“ฉ If preselected, institution submits your application via Mobility-Online.
  4. ๐Ÿ–ฅ Complete your Mobility-Online application after notification.

๐Ÿ”— Official Website / Apply Link

  • https://www.studyinflanders.be/scholarships/master-mind-scholarships

๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ช ARES Scholarship in Belgium (Fully Funded)

๐Ÿ“– About the Scholarship

Applications are now open for theย ARES Scholarship in Belgiumย for the academic year.ย This is aย fully funded scholarship in Europeย for international students and professionals, allowing them toย enrollย inย specialized Bachelorโ€™s, Masterโ€™s,ย andย training coursesย at Belgian universities.ย The specialized Bachelorโ€™s and Masterโ€™s programs last one year, while training courses are six months in duration. This programย aimsย to deepen skills and knowledge in development-related topics; it is not a full-time degree program.ย The ARES Scholarship isย fundedย by theย Government of Belgium, specifically through the Federation of Wallonia-Brussels.ย Applicants must have already obtained a Bachelorโ€™s or a Masterโ€™s Degree. More details are provided below.

๐Ÿ“ Summary

  • Host Country: Belgium
  • Program Name: ARES International Training Scholarships
  • Funded by: Agency for Development Cooperation and Humanitarian Aid (ARES)
  • Benefits: Fully Funded
  • Degree Level: Specialized Bachelors and Masters, and Short Training Courses
  • Deadline: 19th Septemberย 

๐ŸŒ Why Study in ARES Scholarship in Belgium?

  • ๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ช Study in one of Europe’s leading education hubs with high-quality universities.
  • ๐Ÿ’ผ Access to advanced research facilities and professional networks.
  • ๐ŸŒ Opportunity to experience multicultural environments and enhance global career prospects.
  • ๐ŸŽ“ Obtain recognized degrees that improve employability worldwide.

๐ŸŽ Scholarship Benefits

  • ๐Ÿ’ฐ Full tuition fee waiver.
  • ๐Ÿ  Monthly living allowance (~โ‚ฌ850-โ‚ฌ1000).
  • โœˆ๏ธ Round-trip airfare to and from Belgium.
  • ๐Ÿฅ Health insurance coverage.
  • ๐Ÿ“š Additional support for research materials and study-related costs.

โœ… Eligibility Criteria

  • Must be a citizen of an eligible developing country (check official list).
  • Hold a Bachelorโ€™s degree or equivalent for Masterโ€™s applicants; Masterโ€™s degree for Doctoral candidates.
  • Demonstrate academic excellence and meet university admission requirements.
  • Committed to returning to home country to contribute to development after studies.

๐Ÿ“‘ Required Documents

  • Valid passport.
  • Completed application form.
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV).
  • Motivation letter / Statement of purpose.
  • Certified copies of academic transcripts and diplomas.
  • Letter(s) of recommendation.
  • Proof of language proficiency (English/French/Dutch depending on program).
  • Medical certificate.
  • Police clearance certificate (if applicable).

โฐ Deadline

  • Typically between January and March annually
  • Early preparation of documents is recommended.

๐Ÿ–ฑ๏ธ How to Apply

  • Submit application through the ARES scholarship portal or Belgian embassy in your country.
  • Follow detailed instructions as provided on the official website.
  • Ensure all documents are translated into English, French, or Dutch as required.

๐Ÿ”— Official Website / Apply Link

๐ŸŒ https://www.ares-ac.be/en/scholarships