KU Leuven Master Mind Scholarship 2027/2028 in Belgium

Applications are now open for the KU Leuven Master Mind Scholarship 2027/2028, a funded opportunity for outstanding international students who want to study a master’s degree in Belgium. The scholarship is open to students of all nationalities and covers a wide range of eligible master’s programmes at KU Leuven.

Selected students receive a grant of €10,750 along with a tuition fee waiver, which makes it a strong funding option for studying in Europe. Applicants need an excellent academic record, a previous degree from a university outside Flanders, and good English skills. The deadline is 15 January 2027 at 23:59 CET. You can check out BS, MS, PhD and postdoc positions here.

Key Details:

• University: KU Leuven
• Host country: Belgium
• Funded by: Flemish Ministry of Education and Training
• Degree level: Master’s
• Funding type: Funded (grant plus tuition fee waiver)
• Open for all nationalities: Yes
• Application deadline: 15 January 2027, 23:59 CE

Note: This information is preliminary and may change. Final confirmation is expected by January 2027.

What This Scholarship Offers:

• A grant of €10,750 to help with your living costs in Belgium. (Some official sections still show €10,225, so check the final amount.)
• A tuition fee waiver, so you do not pay the regular fee of about €1,200 per academic year.
• Support for your whole programme: one academic year for a 60 ECTS master’s, or two academic years for a 120 ECTS master’s.
• A degree from a leading European university, which strengthens your career and your CV worldwide.
• Automatic consideration for other scholarships. One application also considers you for these:
  • Inspiring the Outstanding Scholarship
  • KU Leuven ASEAN Scholarship (for eligible nationalities)
  • KU Leuven Scholarship for Africa (for eligible nationalities)
  • KU Leuven Scholarship for Central and South America (for eligible nationalities)

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Eligibility Criteria:

• You have a high standard of academic performance and potential, shown by a high GPA on your transcript of records.
• You obtained your previous degree at a higher education institution outside Flanders. Students who completed a credit mobility programme at a Flemish institution are still eligible.
• You apply for an eligible master’s programme at KU Leuven.
• You can show good English skills if English is not your first language.

English Language Requirement

Take your language test before the 15 January deadline. You can upload the results after the deadline. You do not need a certificate if you previously completed an English taught programme in Australia, Canada (English speaking provinces), Ireland, New Zealand, the United Kingdom or the United States.

Who Cannot Apply:

• Students already enrolled at a Flemish higher education institution (with a limited exception for some preparatory programme students)
• Students applying for bridging programmes or distance learning programmes
• Students who receive another scholarship from KU Leuven, the Belgian national or regional governments, or the European Commission

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Programs Available:

The Master Mind Scholarship covers eligible master’s programmes at KU Leuven in three main areas. Most programmes are taught in Leuven, and some are offered in Antwerp, Brussels or Ghent. “Leuven et al” means the programme is run together with partner universities. Always confirm your programme on the official list before applying.

Humanities and Social Sciences

• Research Master: Master of Advanced Studies in Theology and Religion (Leuven)
• Master of Philosophy (Leuven)
• Research Master of Philosophy (Leuven)
• Master of Laws (LLM) (Leuven)
• Master of Business Administration (Antwerp)
• Master of Business Administration (Brussels)
• Master of Economics (Leuven)
• Master of Business Economics (Leuven)
• Master of Business Engineering (Leuven)
• Master of Business and Information Systems Engineering (Leuven)
• Master of Information Management (Leuven)
• Master of International Business (Brussels)
• Master of Actuarial and Financial Engineering (Leuven)
• Master of Advanced Studies in Economics (Leuven)
• Master of Management Engineering (Brussels)
• Master of International Politics (Leuven)
• Master of Advanced Studies in European Policies and Public Administration (Leuven et al)
• Master of Social and Cultural Anthropology (Leuven)
• Master of Communication Sciences: Digital Media and Society (Leuven)
• Master of Cultural Anthropology and Development Studies (Leuven)
• Master of Sociology (Leuven)
• Master of Western Literature (Leuven)
• Master of Cultural Studies (Leuven)
• Máster en Estudios Ibéricos e Iberoamericanos (Leuven)
• Master en langue et littérature françaises (Leuven)
• Master of English Linguistics and Literature (Leuven)
• Master of History (Leuven)
• Master of European Studies: Transnational and Global Perspectives (Leuven)
• Master of Digital Humanities (Leuven)
• Master of Multilingual Communication: Cross Cultural Communication Management (Brussels)
• Master of Psychology: Theory and Research (Leuven)
• Master of Educational Studies (Leuven)

Science, Engineering and Technology

• Master of Architecture (Brussels)
• Master of Architecture (Ghent)
• Master of Astronomy and Astrophysics (Leuven)
• Master of Biophysics, Biochemistry and Biotechnology (Leuven)
• Master of Biology (Leuven)
• Master of Chemistry (Leuven)
• Master of Geology (Leuven et al)
• Master of Geography (Leuven et al)
• Master of Mathematics (Leuven)
• Master of Physics (Leuven)
• Master of Statistics and Data Science (Leuven)
• Master of Sustainable Development (Leuven et al)
• Erasmus Mundus Master of Science in Theoretical Chemistry and Computational Modelling (Leuven et al)
• Master of Biomedical Engineering (Leuven)
• Master of Civil Engineering (Leuven)
• Master of Cybersecurity (Leuven)
• Master of Chemical Engineering (Leuven)
• Master of Engineering: Computer Science (Leuven)
• Master of Electrical Engineering (Leuven)
• Master of Engineering: Energy (Leuven)
• Master of Materials Engineering (Leuven)
• Master of Mobility and Supply Chain Engineering (Leuven)
• Master of Mechanical Engineering (Leuven)
• Master of Mathematical Engineering (Leuven)
• Master of Nanoscience, Nanotechnology and Nanoengineering (Leuven)
• Erasmus Mundus Master of Science in Nanoscience and Nanotechnology (Leuven et al)
• Master of Artificial Intelligence (Leuven)
• Master of Conservation of Monuments and Sites (Leuven)
• Master of Human Settlements (Leuven)
• Master of Nuclear Engineering (Leuven et al)
• Master of Safety Engineering (Leuven)
• Master of Bioinformatics (Leuven)
• Master of Food Technology (Leuven et al)
• Master of Water Resources Engineering (Leuven et al)
• Master of Bioscience Engineering: Cellular and Genetic Engineering (Leuven)

Biomedical Sciences

• Master of Bioethics (Leuven)
• Master of Rehabilitation Sciences and Physiotherapy (Leuven)

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Selection Criteria:

The selection committee looks at:

• Academic performance
• Academic awards
• Motivation
• Relevant experience
• Demonstrated leadership abilities
• Sense of commitment
• Top applicant profile

Important Dates:

• 15 October 2026: Applications open
• 15 January 2027: Application and candidacy registration deadline
• 10 March 2027: Nominated candidates informed
• 16 March 2027: Motivational video deadline
• End of March 2027: Selection results

How the Grant Is Paid:

The grant is paid in instalments during your studies. For a two year master’s, you need at least 54 ECTS in the first year to receive the second year grant. If you leave the programme early, you may have to refund part of the scholarship.

Tips to Strengthen Your Application:

• Start early and gather your transcripts and documents in advance.
• Book your English test well before 15 January.
• Show leadership, relevant experience and commitment in your motivation.
• Prepare a short motivational video in case you are nominated.
• Check the official KU Leuven page regularly, since the scholarship is under review by the Flemish Ministry.

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How to Apply:

1. Choose your programme.
2. Submit your application. Send a complete application file for that programme before 15 January 2027, 23:59 CET. Include the KU Leuven Scholarships & Master Mind Candidacy Form as an annexe, uploaded under the document type “Annexe”.
3. Register your candidacy. Complete the online scholarship registration before 15 January 2027, 23:59 CET.
4. Wait for nomination. If you are nominated, you will be informed by 10 March 2027.
5. Submit your video. Nominated candidates must send a one minute motivational video by 16 March 2027.
6. Get the result. Selection results are announced at the end of March 2027. If you do not receive a personal message, you were not selected.

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