The Danish Government Scholarship at Aarhus University has opened applications for international students seeking to pursue a Master’s degree in Denmark for the 2026/27 academic session.
The Danish Government Scholarship 2027 offers full or partial tuition fee waivers alongside monthly living stipends for outstanding students from outside Europe. The scholarship is designed to support talented international students by easing financial burdens and enabling them to focus fully on their academic journey in Denmark.
Scholarship Summary
- Host Country: Denmark
- Category: Postgraduate Scholarships | Masters Scholarships
- Eligible Countries: All Countries
- Reward: Full Scholarship | Tuition Waiver | Living Stipends
- Deadline: September 15, 2026
Scholarship Details
The Danish Government Scholarship at Aarhus University is awarded to highly talented applicants from countries outside the EU/EEA/Switzerland who wish to pursue a Master’s degree programme in Denmark. The scholarship package differs depending on the faculty and programme of study.
In several cases, beneficiaries receive either a full or partial tuition fee waiver, while some recipients may also receive monthly grants to support their accommodation and living expenses throughout the duration of their Master’s studies. Certain faculties may only provide tuition waivers but can also assist recipients with additional support services such as guidance in securing relevant student jobs.
Founded in 1928, Aarhus University has developed into one of Denmark’s leading public universities with a strong international reputation for academic excellence, innovation, and impactful research. The institution is committed to fostering global collaboration and delivering world-class education across several disciplines.
Eligibility Criteria
To be qualified for the Danish Government Scholarship, applicants must:
- Be citizens of countries outside the EU/EEA/Switzerland
- Meet the general admission requirements for their chosen Master’s programme
- Comply with the university’s application procedures and deadlines
- Satisfy the language requirements for the selected programme
Scholarship Benefits
Successful applicants for the Danish Government Scholarship will receive:
- Full or partial tuition fee waiver
- Monthly stipend for living expenses (in selected faculties)
- Opportunity to study at one of Denmark’s leading universities
Faculty-Based Scholarship Benefits
- Faculty of Arts: Tuition fee waiver + monthly living grant
- Aarhus BSS: Tuition fee waiver + monthly living grant
- Faculty of Natural Sciences: Tuition fee waiver
- Faculty of Technical Sciences: Tuition fee waiver
Required Documents
To apply for this scholarship, applicants must prepare to submit:
- Official academic transcripts
- Official grading scale from previous institution
- Course descriptions for completed or ongoing courses
- Proof of language proficiency requirements
- Evidence of payment of application fee (if applicable)
How to Apply
To apply for the Danish Government Scholarship:
- Check the admission requirements for your preferred Master’s programme
- Review the application deadlines carefully
- Gather and upload all required documents
- Submit your application before the deadline
- Pay the application fee where applicable
The required information and documents may differ depending on the applicant’s educational background and chosen programme of study.
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