12 Full Scholarships in Europe for

Europe offers numerous full scholarships for international students, covering countries like France, Germany, and Ireland. These awards often fund tuition, living expenses, and additional costs.

Brandon Kirby, Director of Marketing at the Rotterdam School of Management in the Netherlands, notes that European programmes attract many students from emerging economies due to their diversity. Germany ranks as the top European study destination in a recent Educations.com survey, praised for its living standards, low tuition, and strong higher education sector.

Scholarship Opportunities

The Emile Boutmy Scholarship supports bachelor's, master's, or PhD study at Sciences Po University in Paris. It provides up to US$21,044 annually for tuition and living costs. Eligible students must be first-time applicants from outside the EU, with households that do not file taxes within the EU.

The Erasmus+ Programme offers EU-funded scholarships for study, internships, and work placements across participating countries. The UK is set to rejoin the scheme starting in 2027. Individual grant amounts vary based on location and other factors.

The Swiss Government Excellence Scholarship is open to students from over 180 countries for master's or PhD study. Applicants require a nomination from an academic supervisor at a participating Swiss institution. The programme includes research fellowships, PhD scholarships, postdoctoral scholarships, and art scholarships.

The Government of Ireland Postgraduate Scholarship provides up to US$21,040 per year, covering a stipend, fees, and research expenses. It is open to non-EU and non-EEA students across all disciplines.

Belgium offers several fully-funded scholarships for master's degrees or training courses, such as the ARES Scholarships for students from developing countries. Applicants typically need residency in a partner country, a relevant degree, and professional experience.

The DAAD Scholarship, funded by the German government, supports postgraduate study and research for international students, including those from developing countries. It also funds some internships.

The Eiffel Excellence Scholarship Programme provides a monthly stipend of US$1,995 and covers costs like international transport and insurance, but not tuition fees. Applications must be submitted through a French higher education institution.

The Padua International Excellence Scholarship at the University of Padua offers up to 43 awards annually for bachelor's or master's study, with full fee waivers and a yearly stipend of US$8,870. A strong academic record is required.

The Heinrich Böll Foundation in Germany grants scholarships to approximately 1,500 undergraduates, graduates, and doctoral students annually. It supports all subjects, with special focus on ecology, sustainability, democracy, human rights, and self-determination.

The Swedish Institute Scholarships target highly skilled students from certain countries for full-time master's study in Sweden. They cover tuition, living expenses, insurance, and a travel grant.

The Romania Government Scholarship offers funding for bachelor's, master's, and PhD study in fields like political science, Romanian culture, and journalism. It is open to non-EU citizens.

The Netherlands Education Office (Nuffic) lists various scholarships for study in the country, including the Holland Scholarship and the Orange Knowledge Programme.

These programmes illustrate the extensive financial support available for continuing international students across Europe.