Belgium Government Master Mind Scholarships 2026/2027 International Master’s Students

Government of Flanders Mastermind Scholarships 2026/2027 for International Students – Belgium

Application Deadline:

• 27 April 2026 at 23:59 GMT+1

Tell Me About The Scholarship:

The Master Mind Scholarships, funded by the Flemish Ministry of Education, provide financial support to outstanding international students pursuing Master’s programmes at Flemish universities, Schools of Arts, and the Antwerp Maritime Academy. The programme promotes Flanders and Brussels as top study destinations, with a total budget of €480,000 supporting about 30 international students.

Which Fields are Eligible?

• Any Master’s programme at a Flemish higher education institution.
• Excluded programmes:
  • Preparatory programmes
  • Bridging programmes
  • Distance learning

Type:

• Postgraduate Scholarship | Tuition + Living Support

Who can Apply?

Applicants must:

• Apply for a Master’s degree programme at a Flemish institution.
• Hold a GPA of 3.5/4.0 (calculated via Scholaro).
• Provide proof of English proficiency (valid within 3 years):
  • IELTS ≥ 7.0 (≥ 6.5 for Schools of Arts)
  • TOEFL ≥ 94 (≥ 90 for Schools of Arts)
  • CEFR C1 (B2 for Schools of Arts)
• Be accepted by the host institution.
• Not already hold a degree from a Flemish institution (credit mobility allowed).
• Not already enrolled in a Flemish programme (except preparatory students starting a Master’s in Sept 2026).
• Be of any nationality (except Russian).

How are Applicants Selected?

Selection is based on a 100-point rubric:

• Motivation letter (30 points)
• Transcript of records (30 points)
• Recommendation letters (20 points)
• Host institution endorsement (10 points)
• Applicant’s top talent profile (10 points)

Applications are reviewed by two independent jury members, with re-evaluation if scores differ by more than 8%.

Which Countries Are Eligible?

• All nationalities except Russian.
• Priority reserved slots:
  • Japan (3)
  • Mexico (3)
  • Palestine (2)
  • USA (5)

Where will the Scholarship be Taken?

• Flemish universities, Schools of Arts, and Antwerp Maritime Academy (Belgium).

How Many Awards?

• 30 scholarships total (with reserved slots for priority countries).

What is the Benefit of the Scholarship?

• Up to €10,225 per academic year.
• Tuition capped at €140 per year.
• Duration:
  • 1 year for 60 ECTS programmes.
  • 2 years for 120 ECTS programmes (must earn ≥ 54 ECTS in Year 1).
• Additional benefits:
  • Participation in conferences (conditions apply).
  • Access to Flemish academic resources.
  • Required essay and questionnaire upon completion.

How Long Will the Scholarship Last?

• One or two academic years, depending on programme length.

How to Apply:

1. Apply to a Flemish host institution (internal deadlines may vary).
2. If accepted, the institution preselects candidates.
3. Institution creates application file in Mobility-Online tool.
4. Applicant receives email to register and complete application.
5. Upload required documents:
   • Profile photo
   • Passport/ID copy
   • CV (with GPA, awards, publications)
   • Transcript of records (with certified translation if needed)
   • English test results or exemption letter
   • Motivation letter
   • Two recommendation letters (signed, in English)
   • Diploma copies (with certified translation if needed)
   • Host institution’s motivation (150+ words)
6. Institution validates and submits application before 27 April 2026 at 23:59 GMT+1.

Visit the Application Webpage for Details