A highly competitive and completely financed Master’s program, the Erasmus MARIHE Scholarship 2026–2028 is intended for outstanding international students who are interested in leadership, research, and innovation in higher education. This program, which is funded by the European Union, offers students a special academic route that allows them to study in several European and Asian nations, including Austria, Finland, Germany, Hungary, Portugal, China, and India. It is a component of one of the most prominent scholarship programs in the world, the Erasmus Mundus Joint Master’s Degree (EMJMD).
The Erasmus MARIHE Scholarship provides the opportunity to pursue a top-notch Master’s degree while receiving exposure to international academia, a multicultural learning environment, and knowledge of other higher education systems.Graduates are well-prepared for leadership positions and future jobs in higher education governance, innovation management, policy creation, and research-driven education transformation thanks to full financial assistance and access to prestigious academic institutions.
Program Objectives
- The goals of the Erasmus MARIHE Master’s Program are:
- Respect and advance European values including inclusivity, diversity, and democracy.
- Develop capable and powerful leadership in institutions and systems of higher education.
- Encourage and expedite the shift to green sustainability and digital transformation in higher education.
- Create a global network of professionals in higher education with cutting-edge expertise in innovation, research, and educational improvement.
Host Country: Austria, Finland, Germany, Hungary, Portugal, China
University: University for Continuing Education Krems, Tampere University, Osnabrück University of Applied Sciences, Eötvös Loránd University (ELTE), University of Aveiro, Beijing Normal University
Opportunity Type: Master’s Degree
Eligibility Country: International Students
Financial Coverage: Fully Funded
Eligibility Criteria:
- must possess a bachelor’s degree or a comparable degree from a previous university.
- should be highly motivated and academically interested in leadership, management, innovation, and research in higher education.
- must provide legitimate evidence of their command of the English language using one of the authorized tests:
- A minimum score of 92 on the TOEFL iBT
- IELTS Academic: 6.5 overall (no band lower than 5.5)
- PTE Academic: 62 is the minimum score.
- Minimum Grade C for Cambridge C1 Advanced (CAE)
- Minimum Grade C1 for Cambridge C2 Proficiency (CPE)
- Applicants who have finished a bachelor’s, master’s, or complete secondary education in Australia, Canada, Ireland, New Zealand, the UK, the USA, or any EU/EEA nation are exempt from taking the English test.
Benefits:
- The scholarship covers all of the cost of tuition.
- A €1,400 monthly stipend is given to cover housing and living costs.
- Funding will be provided for travel and visa-related fees.
- Included is comprehensive health and accident insurance coverage.
- Financial assistance is given for program-related costs, research projects, and academic study requirements.
- Professional development activities, such as industry/academic interaction events, networking sessions, and career courses, will be available to scholars.
Required Documents
Applicants are required to submit the following materials:
- Completed online application form
- Valid passport copy or national identity document
- Updated CV in Europass format
- Statement of Motivation (Motivation Letter)
- Official degree certificates and academic transcripts
- Proof of English proficiency or a valid exemption certificate
- Two letters of recommendation
- A written essay on a specified / relevant topic
Deadline: 23 November 2025
