Danish Government Scholarship 2027 at the University of Southern Denmark
Summary
The Danish Government Scholarship 2027 offers high-achieving non-EU/EEA international students the opportunity to pursue a Master’s degree program at the University of Southern Denmark (SDU). Supported by Denmark’s Ministry of Higher Education and Science, this funding award provides tuition fee support along with a monthly stipend to help cover living expenses during graduate studies in Denmark.
Designation
Designation: Danish Government Master’s Scholar / Graduate Student
Scholarship Overview
| Host University | University of Southern Denmark (SDU) |
|---|---|
| Degree Level | Master’s Degree |
| Funding Body | Ministry of Higher Education and Science, Denmark |
| Scholarship Benefits | Full Tuition Waiver + DKK 3,000/month Living Stipend (pre-tax) |
| Eligible Nationalities | International Applicants from Non-EU/EEA and Non-Swiss countries |
| Host Country | Denmark |
| Application Deadline | February 1, 2027 |
Research Area
The scholarship is available across full-time Master’s degree programs offered by the University of Southern Denmark. Eligible fields of study encompass disciplines across Engineering, Humanities, Social Sciences, Natural Sciences, Business, and Health Sciences.
Location
The host institution is the University of Southern Denmark, located across campuses in Southern Denmark and on the island of Zealand, Denmark.
Eligibility / Qualification
To be considered for the Danish Government Scholarship, candidates must satisfy the following conditions:
- Citizenship: Must be a citizen of a non-EU/EEA country or Switzerland.
- Academic Qualification: Must hold a recognized Bachelor’s degree or equivalent undergraduate qualification.
- Program Status: Must apply and be admitted into a full-degree Master’s program at SDU.
- Residence Permit: Must be eligible to obtain a limited-time educational residence permit in Denmark.
- Academic Merit: Candidates are selected based on academic excellence and point-based evaluation of their application materials.
Scholarship Description
The Danish Government Scholarship is an official initiative designed to attract exceptional international talent to study in Denmark. Administered directly through the University of Southern Denmark, the award recognizes academically qualified candidates from non-EU/EEA nations.
Recipients of the Danish Government Scholarship receive:
- Full exemption from Master’s program tuition fees.
- A grant of DKK 3,000 per month before taxes to contribute toward living expenses while enrolled.
How to Apply
There is no separate application process for the scholarship. Applicants who submit a complete application for admission to an eligible Master’s degree program at the University of Southern Denmark are automatically considered for the scholarship based on academic merit.
To view official details and submit your application for admission, visit the SDU portal:
Apply Here: University of Southern Denmark Official Scholarship Page
Last Date for Apply
The application deadline for the September 2027 academic intake is February 1, 2027. Applicants are encouraged to submit all required academic transcripts and supporting documents well before the deadline to ensure timely evaluation.