One of the most prestigious universities in Europe, KU Leuven, is committed to encouraging academic excellence and expanding access to higher education for gifted students worldwide. In order to assist outstanding students who are pursuing a Master’s or Advanced Master’s degree, the institution is offering the Inspiring the Outstanding Scholarship for the 2025–2026 academic year. This scholarship demonstrates KU Leuven’s dedication to quality education, creativity, and social impact.
The full tuition waiver for the duration of the selected program is provided by the inspiring Outstanding Scholarship. Only a little administrative charge will be required of scholarship awardees; the exact amount will be disclosed in December 2024; the fee was €131.50 the previous year. Scholarship recipients also get an annual stipend of €12,000 to help with living expenses, study materials, and other associated expenditures, in addition to the tuition waiver. Depending on how long the program lasts, this stipend can be renewed for a maximum of two years.
This award, which is supported by the KU Leuven International Award Fund, depends on donations from benefactors and alumni as well as the KU Leuven global community. In order to promote diversity in the academic community and establish KU Leuven as a pioneer in international innovation and research, the fellowship seeks to draw exceptional students from a range of nations and backgrounds.
A key component of KU Leuven’s goal to make a substantial contribution to worldwide education and research is this scholarship program. By helping top students around the world, KU Leuven builds a global network of future leaders who are ready to propel progress and good change in their disciplines, in addition to enhancing its academic reputation.
Host Country: Belgium
University: KU Leuven University
Opportunity Type: Masters
Eligibility Country: Domestic Students, International Students
Financial coverage: Fully Funded
Eligibility Criteria:
- Students of all nationalities who want to enrol in KU Leuven’s Master’s or Advanced Master’s degree are eligible to apply for the inspiring Outstanding Scholarship. However, candidates need to fulfil specific requirements for eligibility:
- Prior education: Applicants must have graduated from a school outside of Flanders with a previous degree. International students are still eligible if they have taken part in credit mobility at a Flemish university.
- Current enrolled students are not eligible, with the exception of those enrolling in Master’s degree preparatory programs beginning in September 2025, at any Flemish institution.
- Additional scholarships: There is no way to combine the Inspiring the Outstanding Scholarship with another scholarship.
Benefits:
- Complete Tuition Waiver: Scholarship recipients are granted full tuition waivers, which frees them up to focus entirely on their studies without having to worry about paying for tuition.
- Annual Stipend: To help with living and educational costs, each beneficiary receives €12,000 each year, providing financial stability for a maximum of two years.
- Nominal Administration charge: The precise amount for 2025–2026 will be revealed in December 2024; the charge for 2023–2024 was €131.50. Students are only required to pay a nominal annual administration fee.
- Assistance for the Program Duration: Scholarship benefits, such as financial aid and tuition remission, are offered for the full program duration, up to a maximum of two years.
Deadline: 15 January 2025
