The Flemish Ministry of Education and Training offers Master Mind Scholarships, providing a grant of €10,020 and a tuition fee waiver per academic year for exceptional international students pursuing master’s programmes in Flanders and Brussels.
Eager to apply? Learn more about this scholarship below!
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When is the Application Deadline:
January 15, 2026 – 23:59 CET
Tell Me About The Award:
The Master Mind Scholarship is offered by the Flemish Ministry of Education and Training to outstanding international students pursuing a master’s degree in Flanders or Brussels, Belgium.
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Benefits include:
- €10,000 grant per academic year
- Full tuition fee waiver for the master’s programme
- Administrative enrolment fee only (€136.50/year)
- Covers living expenses, accommodation, and insurance partially through the grant
Duration:
- 1 academic year for 60 ECTS master’s programmes
- 2 academic years for 120 ECTS master’s programmes
Which Fields are Eligible?
- Any master’s programme offered at participating Flemish universities, except:
- Preparatory programmes
- Bridging programmes
- Distance learning programmes
Type:
- Master’s Scholarship / Full Tuition Fee Waiver
- Postgraduate (60–120 ECTS)
Who Can Apply?
- International students from all countries (except Russian citizens)
- Must have a high academic record (high GPA)
- Previous degree must be obtained outside Flanders
- Applicants whose first language is not English must demonstrate proficiency:
- TOEFL iBT ≥ 94
- IELTS ≥ 7
- Cambridge CPE ≥ C2
- Or completion of a prior English-taught programme in certain countries
Disqualifying conditions:
- Current enrolment at a Flemish higher education institution (except for preparatory programme candidates)
- Cannot combine with other Flemish government scholarships or Erasmus Mundus scholarships
How are Applicants Selected?
- Application Submission: Submit a complete application for an eligible master’s programme including the KU Leuven Scholarships & Master Mind Candidacy Form by 15 January 2026.
- Nomination: KU Leuven master’s programmes nominate eligible students; up to 20 students are preselected.
- Motivational Video: Preselected students submit a 1-minute motivational video for final consideration.
- Final Selection: Flemish government Selection Committee evaluates all nominees; results announced end of May / early June 2026.
Selection Criteria:
- Academic performance and awards
- Motivation and leadership potential
- Relevant experience
- Commitment and overall profile
Which Countries Are Eligible?
- Open to all nationalities, except Russian citizens
- Priority scholarships reserved for Japan (3), Mexico (3), Palestine (2), USA (5)
Where will the Award be Taken?
- Flanders or Brussels, Belgium
- Participating Flemish institutions, including KU Leuven
How Many Awards?
- 30 Master Mind Scholarships in total
- KU Leuven nominates 20 candidates
How to Apply:
- Apply for a participating master’s programme at KU Leuven.
- Submit the Master Mind Candidacy Form in the application portal.
- Register scholarship candidacy via KU Leuven’s online tool.
- If nominated, submit a 1-minute motivational video.
- Complete the Flemish government’s online application if selected for the next phase.
