What Aarhus University Danish State Scholarship for International Students actually covers.
Aarhus University administers Danish State Scholarships on behalf of the Danish Ministry of Higher Education and Science, providing full or partial tuition fee waivers — and in selected cases a monthly living allowance — to the most academically talented non-EU/EEA/Swiss students enrolled in master's degree programmes at one of Denmark's flagship research universities. Aarhus University is regularly ranked among Europe's top 100 universities and is particularly renowned for its research in health sciences, social sciences, natural sciences, humanities, business, and technical sciences. The university accepts students from all African countries into its extensive portfolio of English-taught master's programmes. One of the most convenient features of this scheme is that there is no separate scholarship application: when you submit your master's admission application to Aarhus University, the admissions committee simultaneously assesses your eligibility for a scholarship based on your academic record. Awards are typically very limited — often just one or two per programme — making competition intense. Successful candidates are notified together with their admission decisions. The scholarship is available for both the January and September intake cycles, with corresponding deadlines of 15 September and 15 January respectively. Aarhus University's vibrant international student community and its location in Denmark's second-largest city make it an excellent destination for African scholars seeking a high-quality European master's education in a welcoming environment.
Who can apply.
Open to masters applicants seeking to study in Denmark. Eligible nationalities are listed below.
46 more eligible countries — full list available on the official application page.
Every academic discipline is accepted.
This programme does not restrict by field. Research proposals across humanities, sciences, engineering, agriculture, and medicine are all accepted.
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Other scholarships worth a parallel application.
Same eligibility window or destination. Many strong applicants apply to three or four programmes per cycle.