Danish Government Scholarship 2025 for Master’s Students

The Danish Government offers a fully funded scholarship for international Master’s students from non-EU/EEA countries who wish to pursue a Master’s degree to study in Denmark. This Scholarship covers all living expenses, waives tuition fees, and provides up to DKK 6,090 before taxes. The last date to apply is between March and October 2025.

Programs Available

This scholarship is only available for:

• Full-time Master’s degree programs

Note: Bachelor’s and PhD students are not eligible under this scholarship.

Benefits

• Full or partial tuition fee waiver
• Monthly living expense grant (to help cover accommodation, food, etc.)

Benefits vary by university. Some offer both tuition and stipend, others only one.

Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible, applicants must:

• Be a citizen of a non-EU/EEA country
• Have a strong academic background
• Apply for a full-time Master’s program in Danish universities
• Meet English language proficiency requirements
• Be accepted into a participating Danish university

Required Documents

Applicants usually need to provide:

1. Completed online application form
2. Valid passport or national ID copy
3. Certified academic transcripts and degree certificates
4. English language test scores
5. CV/Resume
6. Motivation letter
7. Recommendation letters (only if requested by the chosen university)

How to Apply?

• Choose a Danish university and a Master’s program
• Visit the university’s official website & review scholarship details
• Prepare and upload all required documents
• Apply for admission through the university’s portal
• If you meet the criteria, your application will be reviewed for scholarship consideration automatically.

Deadline: Varies by university, usually between March and October 2025

Participating Danish Universities

Here are some top universities that offer the Danish Government Scholarship:

• University of Copenhagen
• Aarhus University
• Technical University of Denmark (DTU)
• University of Southern Denmark (SDU)
• Copenhagen Business School

Each university has its list of programs and application deadlines, so make sure to check individually.

Why Choose Denmark for a Master’s Degree?

• World-class education system focused on innovation and research
• English-taught programs are available across many fields
• Friendly, safe, and culturally rich environment
• Emphasis on sustainability, digital development, and global learning
• Excellent career prospects after graduation