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 2025 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, 2025 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 2025.
• 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!

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Key dates for Master's in Europe 2025 Scholarship

• Applications open: 15 May 2024, 15:00 CEST
• Applications close: 15 May 2025, 12:00 CEST
• Finalists notified: 9-15 June 2025
• Winner announced: 7-11 July 2025
• Scholarship paid out: Fall 2025 semester

Key dates for 2024 Master's in Europe Scholarship applicants:

• Finalists notified: 12-24 June 2024
• Winner announced: 3-9 July 2024
• Scholarship paid out: Fall 2024 semester

Application requirements

To be considered, submit your completed application by May 15, 2025, 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

View the full Terms & Conditions here.

FAQs about this scholarship

How many Master's scholarships will be awarded?

There is only one scholarship per year available, which will be awarded to one individual.

When will I find out if I have won the Master's degree scholarship?

The scholarship finalists will be contacted between June 9th and 15th, 2025.

The winner will be announced on our website and social media channels between July 7th and 11th, 2025.

Can I edit my application after I submit it?

No, your application cannot be edited once you submit it. Please ensure you complete the application form in English and with all the correct information before you click ‘Submit.’ If you have questions about an application you have submitted, you can email our scholarship team at scholarships@educations.com

Please do not submit applications via email. Applications and other documents sent via email will not be considered and will be discarded.

What do I have to submit with my application?

For the initial MBA scholarship application, you need only fill in the form and answer the questions listed.

If you're selected as a finalist, you'll be asked to supply further documentation to prove your eligibility further.

If you want to get more practical tips on how to improve your scholarship application, have a look at our article on scholarship tips and advice.

Can I get reimbursed if I have already paid my tuition fees for the Fall 2025 semester?

Unfortunately, we cannot reimburse tuition fees that have already been paid. The scholarship fund can only be used towards upcoming tuition fees and is paid directly to your university.

Can this scholarship be used towards other expenses?

The scholarship fund can only be used towards your tuition fees. No living costs, accommodation rental, travel expenses, or other semester fees can be covered.

Can I email or send you my application by post?

No, all applications must be submitted via the official online form (link below). If you email or post your application, we'll not include it for consideration.

Is this scholarship for degrees taught in English only?

No, this aster's degree scholarship is open to programs taught in any language. However, we require the application and essay to be submitted in English only. Applications and essays submitted in other languages will not be evaluated.

Is this scholarship open to me if I'm studying at a school that is not a university?

Yes, as long as it's a higher education-level institute based in Europe.

I have already started studying for my Master's degree. Am I still eligible?

If you start your Master's degree studies before Fall 2025, unfortunately, you're not eligible.

I am applying to study for my degree online. Am I eligible for this scholarship?

Yes, this scholarship for master degree studies is eligible towards tuition fees for online degrees provided that degree is delivered by a higher education institute based in Europe (see countries listed below). You do not need to be living in Europe or studying on campus and in-person to be eligible for this scholarship, however, you cannot be a citizen of or currently residing in that country (unless currently studying abroad).

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

We'll be accepting applications from people of any nationality, but you must apply to study abroad in one of the following countries:

• Albania
• Andorra
• Armenia
• Austria
• Azerbaijan
• Belarus
• Belgium
• Bosnia and Herzegovina
• Bulgaria
• Croatia
• Cyprus
• Czech Republic
• Denmark
• Estonia
• Finland
• France
• Georgia
• Germany
• Greece
• Hungary
• Iceland
• Ireland
• Italy
• Kazakhstan
• Kosovo
• Latvia
• Liechtenstein
• Lithuania
• Luxembourg
• Malta
• Moldova
• Monaco
• Montenegro
• Netherlands
• North Macedonia
• Norway
• Poland
• Portugal
• Romania
• Russia
• San Marino
• Serbia
• Slovakia
• Slovenia
• Spain
• Sweden
• Switzerland
• Turkey
• Ukraine
• United Kingdom
• Vatican City

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