Aarhus University offers a limited number of scholarships to the most talented applicants from outside Europe.
This post will take you through a list of Aarhus University’s Danish state scholarships, external scholarships, and loan programmes, and some of the frequently asked questions about funding.
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1. Scholarship Coverage by Faculty
| Faculty | Scholarship Coverage |
| Faculty of Arts | Tuition fee waiver + monthly living grant |
| Aarhus BSS | Tuition fee waiver + monthly living grant |
| Faculty of Natural Sciences | 100% Tuition fee waiver |
| Faculty of Technical Sciences | 100% Tuition fee waiver |
2. Grants & Allowances
| Grant / Allowance | Who it applies to | Notes |
| Monthly living grant (faculty-specific) | Typically Faculty of Arts & Aarhus BSS scholarship recipients | Regular allowance to support everyday living costs in Denmark (amount varies). |
| Danish State Scholarships for non-EU/EEA students | Non-EU/EEA students liable to pay tuition fees | Main category under which AU awards scholarships; selection automatic with Master’s application. |
| The Danish State Educational Grant and Loan Scheme (SU) | Potentially eligible EU/EEA/Swiss students and some other cases | Check AU guidance — some students may be eligible for SU; not for all non-EU students. |
| External grants & scholarships | Students with third-party funding (e.g., national scholarship bodies) | AU often not involved in administration; students must apply to external bodies directly. |
| Canada — Student loans & grants | Canadian students | AU is registered with Canadian tax authorities and accepts Canadian loan schemes. |
| US — Federal Direct Loan (note) | American students (past/current borrowers) | From 2025–26 AU will no longer administer US Federal Direct Loans; AU can provide enrollment confirmation for existing loans. |
| LPDP (Beasiswa Reguler LPDP) — Indonesia | Indonesian Master’s (and PhD via graduate schools) | Indonesian national scholarship covering tuition, living costs, and support fees; separate LPDP application required. |
3. Why This Scholarship/Grant Matters for Non-EU Applicants
| Benefit | Details |
| Automatic consideration | Scholarship review occurs when you apply for a Master’s degree—no separate scholarship form. |
| For tuition-paying students | Scholarships are awarded only to applicants liable to pay tuition (typically non-EU). |
| Prestige & competitiveness | Very competitive — often only 1–2 scholarships per programme. |
| Strategic priorities | Some faculties prioritize applicants from specific countries or programmes. |
4. Who Is Most Likely to Be Selected?
| Selection Criteria | Details |
| Academic excellence | Strong grades and transcripts. |
| Program priority | Strategic or high-priority programmes. |
| Country priority | Applicants from selected countries may be favoured. |
| Number of awards | Extremely competitive — usually 1–2 scholarships per programme. |
5. How to Apply
| Step | Action |
| 1 | Apply for a Master’s degree at Aarhus University via the official portal. |
| 2 | Upload all required academic documents and meet program criteria. |
| 3 | You’ll be automatically considered for AU scholarships and Danish state scholarships — no separate form required. |
Visit the Award Webpage for Details: https://masters.au.dk/scholarships-and-grants
6. Important Deadlines (2026 Entry)
| Admission Intake | Deadline | Notes |
| Summer Admission (most programmes) | 15 January 2026 | Apply before this date to be considered for scholarships. |
| Winter Admission (limited programmes) | 15 September 2026 | Limited programmes only. |
| Natural & Technical Sciences — Award processing | 1 April (summer) / 1 November (winter) | After these dates, if no waiver is awarded you must pay full tuition. |
7. External Scholarships, Loans
| Scheme | Who / Notes |
| External scholarships & loan programmes | AU is usually not the administrator — apply to third-party funders directly. |
| Canada loans & grants | AU accepts Canadian loan schemes; check Canadian authorities for eligibility. |
| US loans | AU will not administer new US Federal Direct Loans from 2025–26; AU can confirm enrollment for existing borrowers. |
| LPDP (Indonesia) | Separate national scholarship application required — covers tuition and living costs. |
8. FAQ Overview
| Question | Answer Summary |
| Does AU offer student loans? | No — AU does not operate its own student loan scheme. |
| How do I apply for AU scholarships? | Apply for a Master’s programme; scholarship consideration is automatic. |
| Can I be exempted from paying tax? | Students from some developing countries may be eligible for tax exemption — check Danish Tax Council rules and AU guidance. |
