Are you an ambitious international student aiming to study in Europe with full financial support? The Danish Government Scholarships at the University of Copenhagen (UCPH) offer an exceptional opportunity for talented students from non-EU/EEA countries to pursue their master’s degree in one of Denmark’s top-ranked universities.
This prestigious fully funded scholarship in Denmark provides full or partial tuition fee waivers and living expense grants, enabling international students to focus on academic excellence while enjoying Denmark’s rich culture and innovative research environment. UCPH is internationally recognized for its world-class education, offering over 50 master’s programs in English across diverse disciplines.
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Scholarship Summary
- Host Country: Denmark
- Host University: University of Copenhagen (UCPH)
- Scholarship Type: Fully Funded / Partially Funded (Tuition fee waivers and living grants)
- Eligible Nationalities: Non-EU/EEA countries
- Field of Study: Multiple master’s degree programs in English
- Degree Level: Master’s degree
- Application Fee: €100
- Application Deadlines:
- February intake: 1 September (Non-EU/EEA applicants)
- September intake: 15 January (Non-EU/EEA applicants)
- Result Announcement Dates:
- February intake: By 1 December
- September intake: By 10 June
Scholarship Benefits
Recipients of the Danish Government Scholarship at UCPH will receive:
- Full or partial tuition fee waivers
- Grants to cover basic living expenses during the study period
Note: No separate application for the scholarship is required. All eligible international students who receive admission will automatically be considered.
Eligibility Criteria
To qualify for this scholarship in Denmark, applicants must:
- Be a citizen of a country outside the EU, EEA, or Switzerland
- Be admitted to a master’s degree program at the University of Copenhagen
- Hold a time-limited residence permit for study purposes in Denmark
- Meet the eligibility rules under Danish law regarding the State Educational Grant and Loan Scheme (SU)
- Not have a legal claim to the rights of Danish citizens
- Not hold a residence permit under special conditions related to being the child of a foreign citizen in Denmark
Participating Faculties
The Danish Government Scholarship is available across the following faculties:
- Faculty of Social Sciences
- Faculty of Humanities
- Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences
- Faculty of Science
- Faculty of Theology
Required Documents
Applicants should prepare:
- Completed UCPH application form
- Official academic transcripts
- Proof of English language proficiency (IELTS/TOEFL)
- Copy of passport
- Letters of recommendation
- Personal statement or motivation letter
How to Apply
- Apply for admission to your chosen master’s degree program at UCPH via the official application portal.
- Upload all required documents within the application deadline.
- All eligible non-EU/EEA applicants will automatically be considered for the scholarship.
- If nominated, respond to the scholarship offer within the given timeframe.
- See the users’ guide for the application.
Further details and information are available on the official UCPH website.