DANISH UNIVERSITIES WITH MINISTRY OF HIGHER EDUCATION AND SCIENCE, DENMARK
Danish Government Scholarship
partial · bachelors, masters
- Partial to full tuitionCoverage
- Danish universitiesHost country
- Non-EU/EEA/SwissEligibility
- Bachelor’s & Master’sStudy levels
- University-allocatedAdministration
- Limited numberAwards
At a glance
partial
Funding
€20k
Max amount
Jan 15, 2027
Deadline
Countries outside the EU/EEA and Switzerland
Country
Danish universities with Ministry of Higher Education and Science, Denmark
Provider
The Danish Government Scholarships (under the Danish Ministry of Higher Education and Science) are allocated each year to Danish universities to award to highly qualified students from outside the EU/EEA and Switzerland. They help fee-paying international students afford a full degree in Denmark, where annual non-EU tuition commonly runs from about €8,000 to €15,000. The scholarship can cover full or partial tuition fees and/or provide a grant toward living costs, with the exact composition decided by each university. The number of scholarships is limited — often only around 10–25 per university each year — and awards typically run for the standard 2- to 3-year duration of the degree, subject to satisfactory progress. Students do not apply to the government directly; instead, Danish universities select recipients from among their admitted international applicants. You apply for admission to your chosen Danish programme and indicate interest in the scholarship per the institution's instructions, usually by the 15 January admission deadline for studies starting in autumn.
What's covered
- Tuition (full or partial) — Full or partial tuition-fee coverage (commonly worth €8,000–€15,000 per year), as decided by the university.
- Living grant (some) — In some cases a grant toward living costs alongside tuition support.
- Duration — Typically for the standard 2- to 3-year length of the degree, subject to satisfactory progress.
How to apply
Apply for admission to your Danish programme and follow the university's instructions to be considered for the Danish Government Scholarship, by the admission deadline.
- Choose a programme — Select a full-degree bachelor's/master's programme at a Danish university and read its scholarship information.
- Note the deadline — The admission deadline for international applicants is commonly ~15 January.
- Apply for admission — Submit your application through the institution / the Danish application system.
- Indicate scholarship interest — Follow the university's instructions to be considered for the Danish Government Scholarship.
- University selection — The university selects scholarship recipients from its admitted international applicants.
- Award — Selected students receive the scholarship for their studies in Denmark.
Eligibility
Fee statusA citizen from outside the EU/EEA and Switzerland, required to pay tuition fees in Denmark.
ProgrammeApplying for a full-degree bachelor's or master's programme at a Danish university.
MeritA strong academic record — awards are highly competitive and merit-based.
AdmissionAdmitted (or applying for admission) to the programme.
Institution rulesMeet the specific selection criteria of the university allocating the scholarship.
You do not apply to the government — Danish universities select recipients from admitted international applicants. Apply for admission and indicate scholarship interest per the institution, usually by the January deadline.
Eligible countries
Countries outside the EU/EEA and Switzerland
Deadlines
2027 entry (typical admission deadline)2027-01-15
Selection
Danish universities select Danish Government Scholarship recipients from their admitted non-EU/EEA/Swiss applicants, on the basis of academic merit (and, where relevant, motivation). Because the number of scholarships per institution is limited, selection is competitive and the exact criteria vary by university.
Verified sources
- Danish Government Scholarships — Study in Denmarkstudyindenmark.dkofficial
About the provider
The Danish Government Scholarships are funded by Denmark's Ministry of Higher Education and Science and administered by Danish universities. They support Denmark's aim of attracting talented international students by helping highly qualified non-EU/EEA students meet the cost of a full degree at a Danish institution.
Frequently asked questions
Answers below are best-effort estimates from the most recent application cycle. Values marked ~ or (est.) may shift year-to-year — confirm specifics on the official scholarship page.
What is the Danish Government Scholarship?
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A scholarship funded by the Danish Ministry of Higher Education and Science and allocated to Danish universities, which award it to highly qualified fee-paying students from outside the EU/EEA and Switzerland.
Who is eligible?
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Talented students from outside the EU/EEA and Switzerland who are required to pay tuition fees and are applying for a full-degree bachelor's or master's programme at a Danish university.
What does it cover?
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Full or partial tuition fees and, in some cases, a grant toward living costs — the exact composition is decided by each university.
How do I apply?
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You do not apply to the government directly. Apply for admission to your Danish programme and follow the university's instructions to be considered; the university selects recipients.
When is the deadline?
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The admission deadline for international applicants is commonly ~15 January for studies starting in autumn. Confirm the exact date with your chosen university.
Is it full funding?
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Not always — it can be full or partial tuition, sometimes with a living grant. Coverage varies by university, so check the specific institution's terms.
Do EU/EEA students need it?
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No — EU/EEA and Swiss students generally do not pay tuition fees in Denmark, so the scholarship targets fee-paying non-EU/EEA/Swiss students.
How competitive is it?
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Competitive — each university has a limited number of scholarships and selects from its admitted international applicants on academic merit.
Which universities offer it?
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Danish universities receive an allocation of these scholarships; availability and amounts vary by institution. Check your chosen university's scholarship page.
How long does it last?
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Typically for the standard duration of the degree, subject to satisfactory academic progress, though structures can vary by university.
Do I need a separate scholarship application?
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It depends on the university — some consider you automatically on admission, others require a short separate step. Follow your institution's instructions.
Can it be combined with other funding?
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Depending on the university's rules, it may be combined with other support. Confirm with the institution, and plan additional funds since living costs in Denmark are high.