The Master Mind Scholarship for the 2025-2026 academic year in Belgium offers an exceptional opportunity for outstanding international students to pursue a master’s degree at Flemish universities in Flanders and Brussels. This fully-funded scholarship, granted by the Flemish Ministry of Education and Training, covers tuition fees and provides a generous grant for living expenses. Recipients only need to pay an administrative enrollment fee.

Key Details and Dates

• Application Deadline: March 15, 2025 (23:59 GMT+1)
• Online Application Invitation: April 2025
• Final Submission Deadline: April 28, 2025
• Selection Results Announcement: June 2025
• Funding Type: Fully Funded
• Organizer: Flemish Ministry of Education and Training
• Eligible Countries: All except Russia
• Eligible Gender: Male/Female
• Target Group: Exceptional students globally
• Field: Master’s programs in Flanders and Brussels
• Study Level: Master’s degree
• Scholarship Duration: One academic year
• Host Country: Belgium (Flanders & Brussels)

Benefits of the Master Mind Scholarship:

• €10,000 per academic year (paid in installments)
• Tuition fee waiver (only an administrative fee required)
• Coverage for accommodation, insurance, and living costs
• Access to top-tier academic resources and international research opportunities
• Exposure to a global learning environment

Eligibility Criteria:

To qualify for the scholarship, candidates must meet these requirements:

• Minimum GPA of 3.5 out of 4.0
• Strong English proficiency (IELTS: 7.0, TOEFL: 94, or Cambridge CAE: C1 level)
• Applicants must not be currently enrolled in a Flemish higher education institution (some exceptions apply)
• Cannot be enrolled in preparatory, bridging, or distance learning programs
• Cannot hold another Flemish government or Erasmus Mundus scholarship
• Applicants must have obtained their previous degree from an institution outside of Flanders

Required Documents:

• ID/Passport
• CV (mandatory for all programs)
• English Language Proficiency Certificate
• GRE Certificate (recommended for Master of Statistics and Data Science)
• Motivation Letter
• Higher Education Diploma(s)
• Transcripts (with official translations if not in English, French, Dutch, or German)
• Thesis Abstract (for Master of Management)
• Portfolio (for Master of Interior Architecture)
• Exemption Request (if applicable)
• Two Recommendation Letters

How to Apply:

1. Submit a complete application for the relevant Master’s program at a Flemish host university before the program-specific deadline.
2. Complete the Master Mind application form by March 15, 2025, and upload all required documents, including two recommendation letters.

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Hasselt University Application Process:

1. Choose a Program: Select from English-taught Master’s programs like Management, Biomedical Sciences, Interior Architecture, Transportation Sciences, Statistics & Data Science, and more.
2. Check Deadlines: Vary by program and applicant nationality.
3. Submit Application: Complete the online application, providing necessary documents, including verified academic records.
4. Pay Tuition Fees: Payment instructions will be provided upon admission.
5. Finalize Registration: Once registered, gain access to your student account and program materials.

Check more details regarding the Master Mind Scholarship on the official website.