Master Mind Scholarship 2026 at Ghent University in Belgium (Fully Funded Master’s Scholarship)

The Master Mind Scholarship is a prestigious scholarship funded by the Flemish Government of Belgium to attract talented international students to study master’s programs in Flanders and Brussels. At Ghent University, outstanding students from around the world can apply for this scholarship to pursue a master’s degree with significant financial support.

The scholarship is highly competitive and is designed for students with excellent academic performance and strong motivation to study in Belgium.

Scholarship Overview

• Host University: Ghent University
• Host Country: Belgium
• Scholarship Provider: Flemish Government
• Degree Level: Master’s Degree
• Scholarship Duration: 1–2 years depending on the program
• Number of Awards: Around 30 students across Flemish universities each year

Scholarship Benefits

The Master Mind Scholarship offers generous financial support to international students.

Benefits include:

• Grant of up to €10,000 per academic year
• Significant tuition fee reduction
• Opportunity to study at top universities in Belgium
• Access to international research and academic networks

Students are also required to pay only a reduced tuition fee equivalent to the lowest Flemish student rate (around €136.5 for the academic year 2025–2026).

Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for the Master Mind Scholarship, applicants must meet the following requirements:

• Must apply for a master’s program at Ghent University
• Must have an excellent academic record
• Recommended GPA of at least 3.5 out of 4.0
• Demonstrate strong English language proficiency
• Must be an international student admitted to a master’s program

All admitted international students starting a master’s program at Ghent University can be considered for the scholarship.

How to Apply

The application process is slightly different from many other scholarships.

Steps include:

• Apply for admission to a master’s program at Ghent University
• Get academic admission before the scholarship selection process
• The master’s program coordinator nominates eligible candidates
• The university submits shortlisted applicants to the Flemish Government
• Final selection is made by the Flemish authorities

Students cannot directly apply for the scholarship without nomination from the university program coordinator.

Application Timeline

Typical timeline for the scholarship process:

• Application for academic admission: Before 1 April
• University nomination and screening: April
• Final selection by the Flemish Government: Late spring or early summer

Shortlisted candidates are contacted by the university’s International Office to complete the scholarship application process.

Why Study at Ghent University?

Ghent University is one of the leading universities in Europe and is known for its strong research programs and international environment.

Reasons to study there include:

• Ranked among top universities in Europe
• Strong research and innovation ecosystem
• Wide range of English-taught master’s programs
• Multicultural international student community

Studying in Belgium also provides easy access to other European countries, making it an excellent destination for international students.