University of Copenhagen Danish Government Scholarships for Non-EU/EEA Students
The University of Copenhagen Danish Government Scholarships offer exceptional non-EU/EEA international students the opportunity to pursue higher education in Denmark. Provided through the Danish Ministry of Higher Education and Science, this competitive award program recognizes outstanding academic achievement by offering full or partial tuition fee waivers, alongside grants toward basic living costs for select Master’s degree candidates.
Designation
Scholarship Title: Danish Government Scholar / Postgraduate Master’s Awardee
Overview Table
| Host Institution | University of Copenhagen (UCPH) |
|---|---|
| Degree Level | Postgraduate / Master’s Degree Programs |
| Financial Coverage | Fully Funded / Partially Funded (Tuition Waiver + Living Allowance) |
| Eligible Candidates | International Students (Non-EU / EEA / Swiss Citizens) |
| Location | Copenhagen, Denmark |
| Selection Basis | Academic Merit (Financial Need is not considered) |
Scholarship Description
The University of Copenhagen (UCPH) grants a limited number of Danish Government Scholarships each academic year to attract highly qualified international talent. Awards are granted strictly based on academic excellence. Financial need is not considered during the evaluation process.
Depending on the specific faculty and the candidate’s academic standing, scholarship awards may consist of:
- Full Tuition Fee Waiver: Complete coverage of tuition fees for the duration of the Master’s program.
- Partial Tuition Fee Waiver: Coverage of a portion of the tuition fees.
- Living Expenses Grant: A stipend to assist with basic living expenses while studying in Denmark (note: living allowances are not guaranteed for all recipients).
Research Area & Faculties
Scholarships are offered across academic disciplines taught within the participating faculties at the University of Copenhagen, including:
- Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences
- Faculty of Humanities
- Faculty of Science
- Faculty of Social Sciences
- Faculty of Theology
Location
The scholarship is held on-campus at the University of Copenhagen, located in Copenhagen, Denmark.
Eligibility / Qualification Criteria
To qualify for scholarship consideration, applicants must meet all of the following requirements:
- Citizenship: Be a citizen of a country outside the European Union (EU), European Economic Area (EEA), or Switzerland.
- Program Admission: Be admitted to a full-degree Master’s degree program at the University of Copenhagen.
- Residence Status: Be granted a time-limited residence permit for the purpose of completing a higher education program in Denmark.
Ineligibility Criteria
Applicants are ineligible for a Danish Government Scholarship if they:
- Possess a legal claim to the rights accorded to Danish citizens.
- Are eligible for grants under Danish law regarding the State Educational Grant and Loan Scheme (SU).
- Have been granted a residence permit under §9c, subsection 1 of the Danish Aliens Consolidations Act as the child of a foreign citizen holding a permit under §9m.
How to Apply
There is no separate scholarship application process. All eligible non-EU/EEA candidates who complete an application for a Master’s degree program at the University of Copenhagen are automatically considered for the scholarship.
Nominated candidates will be contacted directly via the email address listed on their admission application. Candidates offered a scholarship must explicitly accept or decline the offer within the stated deadline. Unanswered offers will be revoked and reallocated to applicants on the waiting list.
For comprehensive details on study programs and requirements, visit the University of Copenhagen Official Scholarship Page.
Last Date for Apply
Because candidates are considered automatically upon applying for admission, the scholarship deadline matches the standard non-EU/EEA Master’s degree application deadline. For most autumn intake programs, the closing deadline is typically January 15. Applicants should verify the exact admission timeline for their specific study program on the official university portal.