Are you a talented student with an outstanding academic record looking for financial aid to study in Europe? Have you considered applying for a scholarship that covers tuition and living expenses at a prestigious university? If so, the Danish Government Scholarships at the University of Copenhagen (UCPH) might be the perfect opportunity for you. These scholarships aim to attract highly talented students from non-EU/EEA countries to pursue their master’s degrees at UCPH.
The Danish Government Scholarships are highly competitive and awarded based on academic achievement. Each year, UCPH offers limited tuition waivers and grants to non-EU/EEA students admitted to one of its master’s degree programs. This scholarship program provides full or partial tuition fee waivers and can also cover basic living costs to help students focus on their studies.
With a rich history and a strong international reputation, UCPH offers over 50 master’s degree programs taught in English. Students from all over the world are welcome to apply, and all non-EU/EEA applicants who received admission will automatically be considered for the Danish Government Scholarships, making the application process straightforward and inclusive.
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Summary
- Host Country: Denmark
- Host Institution: University of Copenhagen (UCPH)
- Funding Type: Tuition fee waivers (full or partial) and living expense grants
- Field: Various master’s degree programs
- Study Level: Master’s degree
- Program Language: English
- Application Fee: 100 EUR
- Application Deadline:
- For February intake: 1 September (Non-EU/EEA applicants)
- For September intake: 15 January (Non-EU/EEA applicants)
- Result Announcement Dates:
- For February intake: By 1 December
- For September intake: By 10 June
Benefits
You will benefit from the scholarship program as follows:
- Full or partial tuition fee waivers
- Grants covering basic living costs
Note: No separate application for the scholarship is needed; consideration will automatically go to all eligible non-EU/EEA applicants.
Eligibility Criteria
You must meet the following scholarship requirements:
- You must be a citizen of a country outside the EU, EEA, or Switzerland
- Admitted to a master’s degree program at UCPH
- Granted a time-limited residence permit for studying in Denmark
- You are not eligible if you have a legal claim to the Danish citizens’s rights.
- Eligible for a scholarship by Danish rules and law regarding the State Educational Grant and Loan Scheme (SU)
- Granted a residence permit under specific conditions related to being the child of a foreign citizen in Denmark
Participating Faculties
The following faculties offer scholarships and seats for Non-EU-EEA students:
- Faculty of Social Sciences
- Faculty of Humanities
- Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences
- Faculty of Science
- Faculty of Theology
Required Documents
Please prepare and submit these required materials:
- Completed application form
- Academic transcripts
- Proof of English language proficiency (TOEFL or IELTS)
- Passport copy
- Letters of recommendation
- Personal statement
How to Apply
- Apply for admission to your desired master’s degree program at UCPH through the university’s application portal.
- Ensure to submit all required documents in your application.
- All eligible non-EU/EEA applicants will automatically be considered for the Danish Government Scholarships.
- Respond to the scholarship offer within the specified deadline if nominated for a scholarship.
- See the users’ guide for the application.
Further details and information are available on the official UCPH website.
