The Hasselt University Master Mind Scholarship 2026-2027 offers an excellent opportunity for outstanding international students to pursue a Master’s degree in Belgium. Funded by the Flemish Ministry of Education and Training, this scholarship supports talented applicants from around the world to study in Flanders or Brussels.
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This fully funded scholarship provides financial support for living expenses and tuition, allowing scholars to focus on their studies at Hasselt University (UHasselt).
Key Benefits
- A grant of €10,225 per academic year (for a 60 ECTS programme).
- Full tuition fee waiver — scholars pay only a small administrative enrolment fee (approximately €136.50, subject to minor annual changes).
- The grant covers accommodation costs, insurance, and a substantial portion of living expenses.
- Paid in instalments.
- Duration: One academic year for 60 ECTS programmes, or two years for 120 ECTS programmes.
Eligibility Criteria
To qualify for the Master Mind Scholarship at Hasselt University, applicants must meet these requirements:
- Demonstrate excellent academic performance with a Grade Point Average (GPA) of at least 3.5 out of 4.0. Use the Scholaro GPA Calculator for conversion.
- Prove sufficient English language proficiency (test results no older than 3 years at the time of processing, around April 2026):
- IELTS: minimum overall band score of 7.0.
- TOEFL: minimum total score of 94.
- Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English (CAE): C1 level.
- Equivalent results in another recognised official English test.
- Online versions (IELTS Indicator or TOEFL at home) are accepted.
- Not currently enrolled at a Flemish higher education institution (exception: students in a preparatory programme preparing to start a Master’s in September).
- Ineligible for preparatory programmes, bridging programmes, or distance learning programmes.
- Open to all nationalities except Russian.
- The previous degree must be from a higher education institution outside Flanders.
- Cannot be combined with another Flemish government scholarship or an Erasmus Mundus scholarship.
- Must apply and be accepted (or in process) for a relevant Master’s programme at Hasselt University.
How to Apply: Step-by-Step Guide
The application process involves applying to both the Master’s programme and the scholarship. Follow these steps carefully:
- Apply to a Master’s programme at Hasselt University: Submit a complete application (including all required documents) for your chosen Master’s programme via the UHasselt admission procedure. Check the specific deadline for your programme and submit early (recommended by early February) to allow time for admission decisions.
- Submit the Master Mind Scholarship application: Complete the official Master Mind application form by 15 March 2026: Master Mind Application Form. Upload the required documents:
- Two recommendation letters from professors at your previous/home university or recent employer (written in English). Merge both letters into one PDF file.
- For applicants to the Master of Management or Master of Transportation Sciences: Include your admission letter from Hasselt University.
- Selection and next steps
- UHasselt reviews applications and selects candidates.
- In April 2026, selected applicants are contacted to complete the final Flemish Government online application (deadline: 24 April 2026).
- Results are announced by the Flemish selection commission in June 2026.
Important Timeline for 2026-2027 Intake
- 15 March 2026: Deadline to submit the Master Mind application form to UHasselt.
- April 2026: Selected candidates complete Flemish Government application.
- 24 April 2026: Final deadline for Flemish Government submission.
- June 2026: Announcement of results.