Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB), in collaboration with the Flemish Government of Belgium, has opened applications for the 2026 Master Mind Scholarship for outstanding international students.
The VUB Master Mind Scholarship 2026 is a fully funded opportunity that covers a major portion of tuition fees and provides a generous annual living allowance of €10,020 for selected students to pursue a Master’s degree in Belgium.
Scholarship Summary
- Host Country: Belgium
- Host Institution: Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB)
- Category: Postgraduate Scholarships | Masters Scholarships
- Eligible Countries: All Countries (Except Russia)
- Reward: Full Scholarship | €10,020 Living Allowance per year | Tuition Fee Reduction
- IELTS: Required
- Deadline: March 26, 2026
- To receive Scholarship Alerts on WhatsApp, Click HERE
Scholarship Details
The Flemish Government of Belgium has announced the 2026 edition of the prestigious Master Mind Scholarship Programme, hosted at leading Flemish universities, including Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB). This scholarship is designed to attract highly talented international students with strong academic backgrounds who wish to pursue a Master’s degree in Belgium.
The VUB Master Mind Scholarship aims to support academically excellent students by easing the financial burden associated with studying abroad. Through tuition fee reductions and a substantial annual stipend, the programme enables scholars to focus fully on their academic and personal development while studying in a globally respected European institution.
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the Vrije Universiteit Brussel Master Mind Scholarship 2026, applicants must:
- Hold a Bachelor’s / Undergraduate Degree
- Have a minimum CGPA of 3.5 out of 4.0 (calculated using Scholaro or equivalent)
- Be a citizen of any country except Russia
- Not be currently enrolled in, and must not have previously graduated from, a Flemish higher education institution
- Have received an official admission letter from Vrije Universiteit Brussel (mandatory before scholarship application)
- Meet the English language proficiency requirements, including:
- TOEFL iBT: Minimum score of 94
- IELTS Academic: Minimum Band 7.0
- Cambridge English: C1 level with a minimum score of 185
Scholarship Benefits
Successful applicants of the VUB Master Mind Scholarship 2026 will receive:
- A fixed grant of €10,020 per academic year
- Significant tuition fee reduction, limiting tuition to the Flemish student rate (approximately €139.40 per academic year)
- Funding applicable for the entire duration of the Master’s programme, subject to academic performance
How to Apply
To apply for the VUB Master Mind Scholarship 2026, interested and qualified candidates should:
- Visit the official scholarship application webpage
- First, apply for a Master’s programme at Vrije Universiteit Brussel and secure an official admission letter from the Education and Student Administration Office
- After receiving admission, submit the online Master Mind Fellowship application, uploading all required documents, including:
- Academic transcripts
- GPA calculation proof
- English language test results
- Motivation letter
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Recommendation letters
- Certified copies of diplomas
- Ensure all applications are complete and submitted before the deadline
The final deadline to apply for the VUB Master Mind Scholarship 2026 at Vrije Universiteit Brussel is March 26, 2026.
To begin the scholarship application process, Click HERE
To receive more scholarship updates, Click HERE
To join EDUSPUR WhatsApp Channel, click HERE
