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Applications are now open for admission to eligible Master’s programmes at the University of Copenhagen, where outstanding international students from outside the EU/EEA may be considered for the Danish Government Scholarship.

Funded by the Danish Ministry of Higher Education and Science, this prestigious scholarship is awarded to highly qualified non-EU/EEA students admitted to selected Master’s degree programmes at the University of Copenhagen. Applicants do not submit a separate scholarship application—all eligible non-EU/EEA applicants are automatically considered during the admission process.

The University of Copenhagen is Denmark’s oldest university and consistently ranks among the leading universities in Europe, offering world-class education and research opportunities across a wide range of disciplines.

Summary

• Scholarship: Danish Government Scholarship at the University of Copenhagen
• Host Institution: University of Copenhagen
• Host Country: Denmark
• Scholarship Provider: Danish Ministry of Higher Education and Science
• Study Level: Master’s Degree (MA/MSc)
• Scholarship Type: Fully Funded or Partial Tuition Scholarship (depending on award)
• Eligible Applicants: Outstanding Non-EU/EEA International Students
• Application Mode: Online (through Master’s admission)
• Separate Scholarship Application: Not Required
• Application Deadline: 15 January 2027 (for most September 2027 Master’s programmes)

About the Scholarship

The Danish Government Scholarship is intended to attract highly talented international students from countries outside the European Union (EU), European Economic Area (EEA) and Switzerland.

Scholarships are awarded solely on the basis of academic excellence. Financial need is not considered during the selection process. The University automatically evaluates every eligible non-EU/EEA applicant admitted to a Master’s programme for scholarship consideration.

Scholarship Benefits

Depending on the scholarship awarded, successful applicants may receive:

• Full tuition fee waiver
• Partial tuition fee waiver
• Monthly living stipend (for selected recipients)
• Opportunity to study at one of Europe’s leading research universities
• Access to modern research facilities and international academic networks

The exact funding package varies according to the scholarship awarded by the University.

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must:

• Be citizens of a country outside the EU, EEA or Switzerland.
• Apply for admission to an eligible Master’s (MA/MSc) programme at the University of Copenhagen.
• Be required to pay tuition fees.
• Meet all academic and language admission requirements.
• Demonstrate outstanding academic achievement.

Students admitted under another legal basis that exempts them from paying tuition are generally not eligible for the Danish Government Scholarship.

Required Documents

Applicants should prepare:

• Online Master’s admission application
• Bachelor’s degree certificate
• Academic transcripts
• Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Statement of purpose or motivation letter (if required)
• Proof of English language proficiency
• Passport
• Programme-specific supporting documents

Requirements may vary depending on the Master’s programme.

Step-by-Step Application Process

Step 1

Choose an eligible Master’s programme at the University of Copenhagen.

Step 2

Submit your online admission application before the programme deadline.

Step 3

Upload all required academic and supporting documents.

Step 4

If you are a non-EU/EEA applicant required to pay tuition, you will automatically be considered for the Danish Government Scholarship.

Step 5

The University assesses applicants based on academic excellence.

Step 6

Successful scholarship recipients are notified directly through the University’s admissions portal after the admission assessment.

Important Deadline

For the majority of Master’s programmes beginning in September 2027, the application deadline is:

• 15 January 2027

Applicants should verify the deadline for their specific programme, as a small number of programmes may follow different admission timelines.

Related Opportunities

• University of Warsaw Scholarships 2027 | Study in Poland
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• Erasmus Mundus MARIHE Scholarship 2027 (Fully Funded)

Official Application Link

Final Note from AK Travels LTD

One of the biggest advantages of the University of Copenhagen Danish Government Scholarship is that there is no separate scholarship application. Once you submit a complete application for an eligible Master’s programme, the University automatically considers qualified non-EU/EEA applicants for the scholarship. Because awards are made solely on academic merit, your academic record, programme fit and application quality are the most important factors in the selection process. Apply early, submit complete documentation and ensure your admission application is as competitive as possible.

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