Fully Funded €12,000/Year Master’s Scholarship in Belgium – KU Leuven “Inspiring the Outstanding” Scholarship 2026/2027
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Overview
The Inspiring the Outstanding Scholarship is KU Leuven’s most prestigious international award, created to attract exceptional Master’s students from around the world. It reflects KU Leuven’s mission of academic excellence, global engagement, innovation, and real-world societal impact.
The scholarship is funded by the KU Leuven International Scholarship Fund and is extremely competitive, with only one award available for the 2026/2027 academic year.
Scholarship Coverage & Benefits
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Tuition fee waiver (students pay only an annual admin fee of €136.50)
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€12,000 living allowance per academic year
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Maximum duration:
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1 year for 60 ECTS Master’s
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2 years for 120 ECTS Master’s
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Total value: Up to €24,000
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Study location: Belgium 🇧🇪
Eligibility
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Open to all nationalities
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Applying for an eligible Master’s programme at KU Leuven
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Previous degree must be obtained outside Flanders
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Strong academic excellence (high GPA)
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Demonstrated leadership, motivation, and commitment
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English proficiency required (unless exempt):
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TOEFL iBT: 94+
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IELTS: 7.0+
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Cambridge CPE: C2
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Who Is NOT Eligible
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Students already enrolled at a Flemish institution (with limited exceptions)
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Students in preparatory, bridging, or distance-learning programmes
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Students holding or combining any other scholarship
Automatic Consideration for Other Scholarships
With one application, you are automatically considered for:
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Master Mind Scholarship
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KU Leuven ASEAN Scholarship
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KU Leuven Scholarship for Africa
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KU Leuven Scholarship for Central & South America
Application Process
Applications Open: 15 October 2025
Deadline: 15 January 2026 (23:59 CET)
Step 1:
Apply for an eligible KU Leuven Master’s programme and upload the
📄 KU Leuven Scholarships & Master Mind Candidacy Form
Step 2:
Register your scholarship candidacy via the online scholarship portal
After Nomination:
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Nominated candidates notified by 10 March 2026
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Submit a 1-minute motivational video by 18 March 2026
Selection Criteria
Applications are assessed based on:
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Academic excellence & awards
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Leadership potential
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Motivation & commitment
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Relevant academic or professional experience
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Strong alignment with KU Leuven’s mission
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Overall top applicant profile
Final Selection Timeline
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Nomination results: March 2026
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Final decision: Late March – Early April 2026
For more information and application: