Overview
Master’s Degree Programs
60 ECTS (1 academic year)
Description
Master’s Degree Programs
60 ECTS (1 academic year)
120 ECTS (2 academic years)
The scholarship duration matches the official length of the selected master’s program.
Eligibility
To be considered for the Master Mind Scholarship, applicants must:
Apply for an eligible Master’s program at a Flemish higher education institution
Have an excellent academic record
Meet the academic and language requirements of the chosen program
Be nominated by the host institution
Not combine the scholarship with: Another Flemish Government scholarship Erasmus+ or Erasmus Mundus BAEF Scholarship Fulbright Scholarship
Another Flemish Government scholarship
Erasmus+ or Erasmus Mundus
BAEF Scholarship
Fulbright Scholarship
Each Flemish institution can submit a maximum of 20 scholarship applications.
Additional Information
Degree Level
Master’s Degree Programs
60 ECTS (1 academic year)
120 ECTS (2 academic years)
The scholarship duration matches the official length of the selected master’s program.
Available Subjects
The Master Mind Scholarship Belgium is available for a wide range of English-taught master’s programs, including:
Engineering and Technology
Business, Economics, and Management
Natural and Applied Sciences
Arts and Humanities
Social Sciences
Health and Life Sciences
Programs must be offered by eligible Flemish higher education institutions in Flanders or Brussels.
Benefits
The Master Mind Scholarship provides the following benefits per academic year:
€10,225 grant paid to the student
Tuition fee waiver
Access to high-quality education in Belgium
Tuition Fee For Scholarship Holders
Host institutions may charge a reduced tuition fee equal to the lowest rate for local grant-holding students:
€136.50 for the 2026–2027 academic year (This amount may increase slightly each year.)
Eligible Nationalities
Open to students from all countries worldwide
A limited number of scholarships are reserved for priority countries: Japan: 3 scholarships Mexico: 3 scholarships Palestine: 2 scholarships United States: 5 scholarships
Japan: 3 scholarships
Mexico: 3 scholarships
Palestine: 2 scholarships
United States: 5 scholarships
If a reserved scholarship is declined, it will first be offered to the next highest-ranking applicant from the same country.
Eligibility Criteria
To be considered for the Master Mind Scholarship, applicants must:
Apply for an eligible Master’s program at a Flemish higher education institution
Have an excellent academic record
Meet the academic and language requirements of the chosen program
Be nominated by the host institution
Not combine the scholarship with: Another Flemish Government scholarship Erasmus+ or Erasmus Mundus BAEF Scholarship Fulbright Scholarship
Another Flemish Government scholarship
Erasmus+ or Erasmus Mundus
BAEF Scholarship
Fulbright Scholarship
Each Flemish institution can submit a maximum of 20 scholarship applications.
Application Procedure
The Master Mind Scholarship application is institution-based. Students cannot apply directly to the Flemish Government.
Step 1 Apply To A Flemish University
Apply for admission to an eligible Master’s program in Flanders or Brussels.
Step 2 Request Scholarship Nomination
Indicate your interest in the Master Mind Scholarship during or after your program application, following the host institution’s instructions.
Step 3 Institutional Selection
The host institution selects and nominates candidates to the Flemish Selection Committee.
Step 4 Final Decision
The Flemish Selection Committee ranks applicants and awards the scholarships.
Host Institutions Deadlines
Only recognized Flemish higher education institutions can nominate candidates
Deadlines vary by institution, so applicants must check with their chosen university
Payment of the Scholarship
Payment Of The Scholarship
The €10,225 grant is paid by the host institution
If a student loses or declines the scholarship, they must pay the full tuition fee to continue the program
Cancelled scholarships are reassigned to the next highest-ranked candidate
Important Conditions
Scholarships cannot be combined with other major international or Flemish scholarships
If a selected student withdraws, the scholarship is reallocated
Reserved country quotas are respected before moving to the general ranking list
Why Study In Flanders With A Master Mind Scholarship
Study at top-ranked European universities
Affordable tuition and generous financial support
High quality of life and strong international student support
Strategic location in the heart of Europe
Frequently Asked Questions Faqs
Is the Master Mind Scholarship in Belgium fully funded? No, it is partially funded, offering a €10,225 grant plus a tuition fee waiver, with a small reduced tuition fee.
Who can apply for the Master Mind Scholarship? Outstanding international students from all countries admitted to eligible Master’s programs in Flanders or Brussels can apply.
Can I combine the Master Mind Scholarship with Erasmus or Fulbright? No, the Master Mind Scholarship cannot be combined with Erasmus+, Erasmus Mundus, Fulbright, BAEF, or other Flemish Government scholarships.
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