✨ Should I Apply for VUB Excellence Scholarship Programme?
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75%
Eligibility Match
8%
Win Probability
7/10
Difficulty
10/10
Reward Score
30–45 hrs
Time Required
Low
Competition
🌍 Overview
💰
Award Amount
Up to €10,000 per academic year
⏱
Duration
Duration of the Master program (1 or 2 years)
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Deadline
February 1st (Annual)
🌐
Fields
All English-taught Master's programs across various faculties
🏆
Awards/Year
Limited (Competitive)
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Study Country
Belgium
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Provider
Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB)
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Acceptance
Estimated < 5% of eligible applicants
The VUB Excellence Scholarship Programme is designed to attract top-tier international students to the Vrije Universiteit Brussel. The scholarship is awarded to candidates who show outstanding academic potential and wish to pursue an English-taught Master's degree in the heart of Europe. It aims to foster a diverse and high-achieving academic community by removing financial barriers for the most talented students.
👥 Who Should Apply
Applicants must be high-achieving international students applying for an English-taught Master's degree at VUB with a background demonstrating exceptional academic performance.
🤝 Sponsor
Vrije Universiteit Brussel
🌐 Fields of Study
All English-taught Master's programs across various faculties
✨ Key Benefits
The scholarship provides a full tuition fee waiver and a grant of up to €10,000 per academic year to assist with living expenses while studying at VUB.
✈️ Travel: No🏠 Accommodation: No (Paid for by the student using the living stipend)💊 Health Insurance: No (Mandatory for students but not covered by scholarship)🔄 Renewable: Yes💳 App Fee: €50 (Standard VUB application processing fee)
🎓 Tuition Coverage
Yes (Full waiver of the tuition fee)
🏠 Living Stipend
Yes (An allowance of up to €10,000 per year)
🏡 Accommodation
No (Paid for by the student using the living stipend)
✈️ Travel Allowance
No
💊 Health Insurance
No (Mandatory for students but not covered by scholarship)
🎁 Other Benefits
Access to international student networks and VUB ambassador opportunities
🔄 Renewable
Yes
📋 Renewal Conditions
Continuation depends on obtaining all credits (60 ECTS) in the first year of study with high marks.
✅ Eligibility Requirements
🌍 Eligible Nationalities
Open to all nationalities; must be admitted to a VUB Master program; must demonstrate academic excellence.
🎓 Academic Level
Master's Degree
📊 Minimum GPA
Equivalent to Distinction or High Honors (Top 10% of class)
🗣️ English Requirement
IELTS 6.5, TOEFL iBT 79-92, or C1 Advanced/Proficiency
💼 Work Experience
Not required (unless specified by the specific Master's program)
🏆 Leadership
Not mandatory but considered an asset
💰 Financial Need
Not the primary selection criterion
🎯 Target Students
International Students (both EEA and non-EEA)
📝 Application Requirements
Essay / SOP
Yes (Motivation letter and academic goals statement)
Rec Letters
Yes (Minimum of 2 academic recommendation letters)
Interview
No (Selection is primarily based on the application dossier)
Application Fee
€50 (Standard VUB application processing fee)
Documents Required
Academic Transcripts
Passport / National ID
Yes (Minimum of 2 academic recommendation letters) Recommendation Letters
CV / Resume
Personal Statement / Essays
IELTS 6.5, TOEFL iBT 79-92, or C1 Advanced/Proficiency
Interview: No (Selection is primarily based on the application dossier)
Min GPA: Equivalent to Distinction or High Honors (Top 10% of class)
📋 Application Process
Ensure your motivation letter clearly aligns your research interests with VUB's specific faculty strengths. Apply early as soon as the portal opens in November.
💡 Insider Tip: Double-check the equivalence of your previous degree and provide certified translations of all transcripts. Highlighting any publications or research projects is beneficial.
🗺️ Application Roadmap
1
Research eligibility and gather requirements
Start Early
2
Collect all required documents
Start Early
3
Request recommendation letters early
4
Write compelling essays and personal statement
⚠ High Risk Stage
5
Submit complete application before deadline
6
Await shortlisting and attend interview if required
⚠ High Risk Stage
📅 Key Dates & Timeline
📅 Opens
November 1st (Annual)
⏰ Deadline
February 1st (Annual)
🎤 Interview
No (Selection is primarily based on the application dossier)
🎓 Study Starts
September
November 1st (Annual)
Applications Open
Gather documents and begin essays
February 1st (Annual)
Application Deadline
Submit complete application — no late entries
No (Selection is primarily based on the application dossier)
Shortlisting & Interview
Selected candidates invited for interview
After results
Award Announced
Successful applicants notified
September
Studies Begin
Commence degree at host institution
⚖️ Selection Process
📋 Selection Criteria
Academic record (grades and honors), quality of the motivation letter, strength of recommendation letters, and potential for future contribution to the field.
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Applicants must be high-achieving international students applying for an English-taught Master's degree at VUB with a background demonstrating exceptional academic performance.
This scholarship covers: The scholarship provides a full tuition fee waiver and a grant of up to €10,000 per academic year to assist with living expenses while studying at VUB.. It is a fully funded scholarship.
The deadline is February 1st (Annual). Always verify with the official website as dates may change annually.
Competition level: Low. Acceptance rate: Estimated < 5% of eligible applicants. Strong academic record and clear motivation are essential.
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Typically required: academic transcripts, passport, IELTS 6.5, TOEFL iBT 79-92, or C1 Advanced/Proficiency, Yes (Minimum of 2 academic recommendation letters) recommendation letters, CV, personal statement/motivation letter. Check official website for the complete list.