European Scholarships

58+ funding programs across 15 countries/regions

58+
Total Programs
20
Government Scholarships
6
EU-Wide Programs
58
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ERC Starting Grant

EU-Wide

Up to €1,500,000
5 years
ResearchPostdoctoralInternational

The European Research Council Starting Grant supports early-career researchers (2–7 years post-PhD) with groundbreaking research projects. One of the most prestigious research grants in Europe.

Deadline: October (annual call)

Key Requirements:

  • PhD awarded 2–7 years before call deadline
  • Hosted at a European research institution
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Horizon Europe Research Grants

EU-Wide

€50,000–€2,500,000
1–5 years (project-dependent)
ResearchPostdoctoralInternational

Horizon Europe is the EU's key funding programme for research and innovation. It supports researchers at all career stages through individual fellowships, collaborative projects, and European Research Council grants.

Deadline: Varies by call (check EU funding portal)

Key Requirements:

  • PhD or equivalent research experience
  • Affiliated with a European research institution
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Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions (MSCA)

EU-Wide

€3,400–€4,200/month
1–3 years
ResearchPhDInternational

The EU's flagship research fellowship program, MSCA funds doctoral and postdoctoral researchers across all disciplines. Fellows work at European research institutions and benefit from excellent salaries and career development.

Deadline: September (varies by call)

Key Requirements:

  • Early-stage or experienced researcher
  • Mobility requirement (must not have resided in host country for 12+ months)
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Fulbright-EU Fellowship

EU-Wide

$30,000–$50,000
1–2 years
Cultural ExchangeMaster'sInternational

The Fulbright Program supports US students and scholars studying in Europe and European students studying in the US. It promotes mutual understanding through educational and cultural exchange.

Deadline: October (US applicants)

Key Requirements:

  • US or European nationality
  • Bachelor's degree
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DTU PhD Scholarship

Denmark

DKK 27,000/month
3 years
UniversityPhDInternational

DTU (Technical University of Denmark) offers fully funded PhD positions to outstanding international students. Recipients receive a competitive salary, travel allowance, and full research funding.

Deadline: Rolling (varies by project)

Key Requirements:

  • Master's degree in engineering or science
  • Strong research background
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HEC Paris MBA Scholarship

France

Up to €30,000
Duration of MBA program
UniversityMaster'sInternational

HEC Paris offers merit-based scholarships to outstanding MBA candidates. Awards are based on academic excellence, professional achievement, and leadership potential.

Deadline: Rolling (with application rounds)

Key Requirements:

  • Admitted to HEC Paris MBA
  • Strong GMAT/GRE score
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KU Leuven Doctoral Scholarship

Belgium

€2,200/month
4 years
UniversityPhDInternational

KU Leuven offers doctoral scholarships to outstanding international researchers. The scholarship covers a monthly stipend, social security contributions, and research costs for the full PhD duration.

Deadline: Rolling (varies by faculty)

Key Requirements:

  • Master's degree with distinction
  • Admitted to a KU Leuven PhD program
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TU Delft Excellence Scholarship

Netherlands

€25,000/year
Duration of master's program
UniversityMaster'sRenewableInternational

TU Delft's Excellence Scholarship is one of the most prestigious awards in the Netherlands, covering full tuition fees and a monthly living allowance for exceptional international master's students.

Deadline: February 1

Key Requirements:

  • Non-EEA student
  • Admitted to a TU Delft master's program
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Amsterdam Merit Scholarship

Netherlands

€25,000/year
Duration of master's program
UniversityMaster'sRenewableInternational

The Amsterdam Merit Scholarship is awarded to the most talented non-EEA students applying for a master's degree at the University of Amsterdam. It covers full tuition and a living allowance.

Deadline: February 1

Key Requirements:

  • Non-EEA student
  • Applying for a UvA master's program
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Swiss Government Excellence Scholarship

Switzerland

CHF 1,920/month + tuition
1–3 years
GovernmentPhDRenewableInternational

The Swiss Government Excellence Scholarships are awarded by the Swiss Confederation to promote international exchange and research cooperation. They are available for postgraduate research and arts studies at Swiss universities.

Deadline: Varies by country (typically August–November)

Key Requirements:

  • Non-Swiss citizen
  • Bachelor's degree with excellent grades
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TU Delft Excellence Scholarship

Netherlands

€25,000/year
2 years
UniversityMaster'sRenewableInternational

TU Delft's merit-based scholarship for outstanding non-EEA students. Covers full tuition and provides a living allowance for the duration of the master's program.

Deadline: January 15

Key Requirements:

  • Non-EEA nationality
  • Admitted to a TU Delft master's program
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TUM Merit Scholarship

Germany

€1,800/month
Duration of master's program
UniversityMaster'sRenewableInternational

TUM offers merit-based scholarships to outstanding international master's students. The scholarship covers living expenses and is awarded based on academic excellence and potential for research.

Deadline: Varies by program

Key Requirements:

  • Admitted to a TUM master's program
  • Top 5% of graduating class

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