Study a Master's in Europe Scholarship 2026

Apply for our €5000 Master's degree scholarship and let us help make your study abroad dreams a reality

Looking for a Master's degree scholarship in Europe? We can help. At educations.com, we believe that students who study abroad become the next generation of globally minded leaders—and we want more of you to do it!

Europe is an incredible place to study abroad, but many of you need a scholarship for Master's degree studies to make your dreams come true. That's why we're offering one Master's degree scholarship of up to €5000 to help cover your tuition fees and get you one step closer to your next great adventure.

The scholarship will be awarded for the Fall 2026 semester onwards up to a value of €5000, and is open to students from any country who will be studying a Master's degree abroad at a European university or graduate school.

The application period ends on May 15, 2026 at 12:00 CEST.

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Eligibility

To apply for this scholarship:

• You must have applied (or will apply) to a university or graduate school within Europe (see the FAQs below for an official list of European countries).
• You must have applied (or will apply) for a Master's-level degree starting in the Fall of 2026.
• The degree program must be studied in Europe or online via distance learning from a European institute.
• You must meet the entry requirements for the university or graduate school, including:
  • Holding a valid undergraduate (Bachelor's) degree
  • Meeting language requirements for the program
• You must hold or be eligible to apply for a relevant study visa (if applicable).
• You must be studying abroad in a country:
  • Where you do NOT hold citizenship 
  • That you do NOT currently reside in (unless currently studying abroad).

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Our ideal candidate

Are you the next globally-minded leader?

If you're looking for a scholarship in Europe, we know you’re well on your path to studying abroad. Having taken this leap, it's clear that you have a courageous and adventurous spirit. What else are we looking for in a candidate?

• Globally minded and interested in other cultures
• Motivated and inspired to positively change the world
• A high academic achiever with consistently outstanding grades
• Involved in extra-curricular groups and activities
• Excited to begin your adventure and share your story with the world!

Don't know where to study? Check out our list of the top 10 countries in Europe to study abroad in.

Key dates for Master's in Europe 2026 Scholarship

• Applications open: 15 May 2025, 14:00 CEST
• Applications close: 15 May 2026, 12:00 CEST
• Finalists notified: 15-26 June 2026
• Winner announced: 13-17 July 2026
• Scholarship paid out: Fall 2026 semester

Application requirements

To be considered, submit your completed application by May 15, 2026, at 12:00 CEST.

The application consists of:

• Filling out a form
• Answering the questions in the application form

Please note that applications must be submitted in English. Applications in other languages will not be considered. 

Similarly, applications, including a CV, academic records, certifications, or documents other than the application essay, will not be evaluated.

If selected as a finalist, you may be asked to provide:

• Proof of acceptance into the university in the form of a copy of your acceptance letter
• Proof of undergraduate qualifications in the form of a copy of your transcript
• Proof of identity in the form of a copy of your passport

Copies of documents must be scanned in color. Please have these documents on hand should you be selected as a finalist.

You'll have 7 days from receiving notification of being selected as a finalist to supply us with this documentation.

If selected as the winner, you must:

• Respond within 3 days of receiving the offer of a scholarship to confirm acceptance

Which countries can I study abroad in to apply for this Master's scholarship in Europe?

Check all eligible countries in our article: Eligible Countries

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