According to the studyindenmark news, 55% of international students Choose to Remain in Denmark - the good balance between work and leisure life. The number of international students in Denmark is increasing steadily, making Denmark a popular destination for international students. Non-EU/EEA/Swiss citizens can work in Denmark for up to 20 hours a week and full-time during June, July, and August. Students can earn approximately 750 to 800 Euros/month from a part-time Job. More details about the Denmark Government Scholarships 2024-25 are given below.
Program overview Danish Government Scholarships for International Students
- Host country: Denmark
- Universities: Danish State Universities
- Funded by: Danish Ministry of Higher Education and Science
- Who can Apply: EU/EEA, Non EU/EEA students.
Below are the scholarships managed by the Danish Ministry of Higher Education and Science.
Danish Government Scholarships for Non-eu/eea Students
This is the main scholarship program offered by the Danish Ministry of Higher Education and Science. It covers both tuition fees and living expenses.
Danish universities receive a limited number of government scholarships each year to fund highly qualified full-degree students from non-EU/EEA countries and Switzerland.
- Eligibility
- From non-EU/EEA countries and Switzerland.
- Enrolled in a full-degree higher education programme.
- Not eligible if seeking admission to an Artistic Higher Education Institution
8 universities are participating under a Danish Government Scholarships for Non-EU students:.
- Roskilde University (RUC)
- Copenhagen Business School (CBS)
- Aarhus University (AU)
- Aalborg University (AAU)
- University of Copenhagen (UCPH)
- University of Southern Denmark (SDU)
- Technical University of Denmark (DTU)
- IT University of Copenhagen (ITU)
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Other Scholarships to Study in Denmark
Erasmus Mundus/joint Master Degree Scholarship
The Erasmus Mundus Scholarship is open to both EU/EEA and non-EU/EAA students. Through the Erasmus Mundus scheme, eligible candidates may apply for a scholarship to study specific Master’s degree programs.
The Erasmus Scholarship is fully funded by the European Commission. It covers Airfare, Stipend, Visa, Health Insurance, and Tuition fees.
- Read about: Erasmus Mundus Scholarship (fully funded)
University-specific Scholarships
University of Copenhagen: This university offers a limited number of tuition waivers and grants through the Danish Government Scholarship program.
Aarhus University offers a Master’s degree program. The scholarships cover full tuition fees and living expenses.
Technical University of Denmark (DTU): This university offers several scholarships for international students, including the DTU Ph.D. Scholarships and the DTU Master’s Scholarships. These scholarships cover tuition fees and a monthly stipend.
Aalborg University: This university offers a variety of scholarships for international students, including the Talent Scholarships and the Merit Scholarships.
Roskilde University: This university offers Danish State Tuition Fee Waivers, covering only tuition fees.
Four Good Reasons to Study in Denmark
- A good balance between work and leisure life
- The Danish wage levels.
- The outstanding opportunities for professional development and challenges, as well as the chance to gain international experience.




