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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. Read Also: PalmPay Flagship Scholarship Programme 2025 for Bayero University Kano (BUK) Students — ₦500,000 Award for 20 Students The US and Canada are losing international students to Asia and Europe The King’s Foundation Oxford DPhil Scholarships 2026/2027 (Nature, Health & Wellbeing Research Opportunity at the University of Oxford) NOVA Bank Graduate Trainee Program 2026 | Launch Your Banking Career in Nigeria Rise Academy Tech Internship Program 2025 | Paid Tech Training for Young Africans How to Apply for Bachelors and Masters Programmes at the University of Luxembourg: A Step-by-Step Guide 1. Scholarship Coverage by Faculty FacultyScholarship CoverageFaculty of ArtsTuition fee waiver + monthly living grantAarhus BSSTuition fee waiver + monthly living grantFaculty of Natural Sciences100% Tuition fee waiverFaculty of Technical Sciences100% Tuition fee waiver 2. Grants & Allowances Grant / AllowanceWho it applies toNotesMonthly living grant (faculty-specific)Typically Faculty of Arts & Aarhus BSS scholarship recipientsRegular allowance to support everyday living costs in Denmark (amount varies).Danish State Scholarships for non-EU/EEA studentsNon-EU/EEA students liable to pay tuition feesMain 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 casesCheck AU guidance — some students may be eligible for SU; not for all non-EU students.External grants & scholarshipsStudents 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 & grantsCanadian studentsAU 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) — IndonesiaIndonesian 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 BenefitDetailsAutomatic considerationScholarship review occurs when you apply for a Master’s degree—no separate scholarship form.For tuition-paying studentsScholarships are awarded only to applicants liable to pay tuition (typically non-EU).Prestige & competitivenessVery competitive — often only 1–2 scholarships per programme.Strategic prioritiesSome faculties prioritize applicants from specific countries or programmes. 4. Who Is Most Likely to Be Selected? Selection CriteriaDetailsAcademic excellenceStrong grades and transcripts.Program priorityStrategic or high-priority programmes.Country priorityApplicants from selected countries may be favoured.Number of awardsExtremely competitive — usually 1–2 scholarships per programme. 5. How to Apply StepAction1Apply for a Master’s degree at Aarhus University via the official portal.2Upload all required academic documents and meet program criteria.3You’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 IntakeDeadlineNotesSummer Admission (most programmes)15 January 2026Apply before this date to be considered for scholarships.Winter Admission (limited programmes)15 September 2026Limited programmes only.Natural & Technical Sciences — Award processing1 April (summer) / 1 November (winter)After these dates, if no waiver is awarded you must pay full tuition. 7. External Scholarships, Loans SchemeWho / NotesExternal scholarships & loan programmesAU is usually not the administrator — apply to third-party funders directly.Canada loans & grantsAU accepts Canadian loan schemes; check Canadian authorities for eligibility.US loansAU 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 QuestionAnswer SummaryDoes 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.

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