VLIR-UOS Scholarships 2025 in Belgium | ٖ Fully Funded |

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Program details

Key facts at a glance

Host country
Belgium
Region
Europe
Institution
VLIR-UOS
Study level
Master's
Funding
Fully Funded

Program overview

Full description, requirements, and what to expect

The Belgian VLIR-UOS Scholarships 2025 are now accepting applications. Students from 30 developing nations, including those in Africa, Asia, and Latin America, are eligible to apply for these scholarships. Women applicants will be given preference, and half of the awardees will be African students. Students are eligible to apply for the VLIR-UOS ICP scholarships beginning in September 2025. Go on reading and submit an application right away if you’re an international student hoping to study in Europe!

Both bachelor’s and master’s degree programs are eligible for this year’s ICP Connect scholarship. English is the language of instruction for the VLIR-UOS Scholarships 2025 qualifying programs. Full scholarships are available from VLIR-UOS for 20 programs, including five brand-new ones. In order to promote societal change in a variety of industries, these programs are intended to assist students in becoming leaders and change agents in their respective fields. International students will have more options to study in Flanders, Belgium, thanks to this fully financed scholarship.

Full tuition, insurance, travel, and living expenses are all covered by the VLIR-UOS scholarships. While the scholarships cover up to two years for bachelor’s degrees, they are available for master’s programs for the entire term (12 - 24 months). Extensions or partial scholarships are not offered. Scholars are supposed to become change agents and advance society in their home nations after completing their studies. The “Leave No One Behind” (LNOB) concept, professional experience, gender and regional balance, motivation, and previous scholarship awards are all taken into consideration during the selection process for this extremely competitive prize.

Many international students, particularly those from developing nations looking for financial aid, dream of studying in Europe. The VLIR-UOS Scholarships 2025 present a special chance to study in Belgium with full funding. Students who receive this scholarship can accomplish their dream of studying abroad while also advancing personally and professionally. Apply now to be considered for the 2025 VLIR-UOS Scholarships for Developing Countries!

Host Country: Belgium

Opportunity Type:   Masters scholarships, Scholarships, Undergraduate

Subjects: All Subjects

Eligibility Country: International Students

Financial coverage:  Fully Funded

Deadline:  Each program has a different deadline

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Requirements & preparation

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Eligibility criteria

6 requirements to review

  • Candidates must reside in one of the 30 qualifying nations at the time of application and be citizens of that nation.
  • Applicants must be under 35 by January 1, 2025, for bachelor’s or initial master’s degrees and under 45 for advanced master’s programs. Applicants for bachelor’s degrees must also be at least 19 by January 1, 2025.
  • A professional background is necessary, and individuals with experience in government, civic society, higher education, or similar fields are preferred.
  • If they have a compelling profile and great motivation, recent graduates or those working in the private sector without any prior work experience may also be taken into consideration.
  • Candidates are not eligible to earn more than one grant or scholarship at the same time, and they may only apply for one VLIR-UOS ICP Connect scholarship annually.
  • Candidates must not have been enrolled in a Belgian higher education program before January 1, 2025, or have previously received any scholarships from the Belgian government.

Benefits & funding

6 perks included · Fully Funded

  • Tuition Coverage: For the whole program, VLIR-UOS scholarships pay for all tuition costs.
  • Travel fees: Recipients of the scholarship can travel to and from Belgium at no additional cost because it covers travel fees.
  • Insurance: To guarantee that grantees remain safe while in Belgium, the scholarship offers full insurance coverage.
  • Living Expenses: In order to provide a fully supported experience, VLIR-UOS scholarships also cover living expenses, such as lodging, meals, and other daily requirements.
  • Unique Opportunity: This scholarship is a great opportunity for overseas students because it provides an outstanding opportunity to study in Europe without having to worry about money.
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Important dates

Deadlines and listing updates

  • Application deadlineRolling — applications accepted on an ongoing basis
  • Published on Opportunity StationFeb 11, 2025
  • Last updatedJul 8, 2026

Participating location

Where this opportunity takes place

Belgium · Europe

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Next step

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Use the official application website to submit your application directly to the program organizer. The link opens in a new tab so you can keep this guide open.

https://gradadmissions.mit.edu/apply

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