International Scholarship ยท Belgium

Study in Belgium Scholarship Listings

Comprehensive scholarship and financial support directory for international students and researchers pursuing Master's, doctoral, and postdoctoral studies in French-speaking Belgium.

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Quick Facts

Status

Funding

Full / Partial

Deadline

March 31, 2026, at midnight (GMT - Europe/Brussels) for MASTER IN - WBI Grants

Country

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About the Study in Belgium Scholarship Listings

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The Study in Belgium portal, managed by Wallonie-Bruxelles Campus and Wallonie-Bruxelles International (WBI), provides access to numerous grants, fellowships, and financial aid options for international students and researchers wishing to study in the Wallonia-Brussels Federation.

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Among the flagship offerings is the MASTER IN - WBI Grants programme, which provides financial support for international students holding a foreign Bachelor's or Master's degree to complete a Master's degree at a recognized higher education institution in French-speaking Belgium. Priority countries for WBI include Brazil, Canada, Chile, Colombia, South Korea, Japan, Lebanon, Morocco, Mexico, United Kingdom, Switzerland, Taiwan, Tunisia, and the USA.

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For researchers and doctoral candidates, the platform lists advanced funding mechanisms such as the ULYSSE Incentive Grant for Mobility in Scientific Research (MISU) administered by the Fund for Scientific Research (F.R.S.-FNRS), Marie Skล‚odowska-Curie actions (MSCA) under Horizon Europe, and the Wallonia-Brussels International Excellence Grants Programme.

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Higher education institutions in the region also offer their own institutional funding opportunities, while registration fees vary based on student nationality, ranging from 835 euros for EU or EEA nationals to between 835 and 4,175 euros for non-European Union students.

Eligible Levels

Master'sPhDPostdoctoral

Eligible Fields

All fields of study (unless restricted by the host institution for specific calls)
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Why Choose This Scholarship?

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Access to a wide network of recognized higher education institutions in French-speaking Belgium

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Support for new international mobility across Master's, doctoral, and postdoctoral levels

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Priority consideration for applicants from a diverse range of partner countries spanning multiple continents

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Integration within the European Higher Education Area with ECTS credits recognized internationally

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What the Scholarship Covers

Financial support for Master's degree studies through WBI Grants
Research mobility funding via the ULYSSE Incentive Grant (MISU)
Doctoral and postdoctoral fellowships via Marie Skล‚odowska-Curie actions (MSCA)
Tuition support and research funding through F.R.S.-FNRS programmes
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Studying in Belgium

Living costs in French-speaking Belgium typically range between 700 and 1,000 euros per month depending on individual needs and location.

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Eligibility Requirements

6 requirements

MASTER IN - WBI Grants: Must hold a Bachelor's or Master's degree awarded by a recognized foreign institution
Last Bachelor's or Master's degree must have been awarded no later than five years before the start of the requested programme
Must be admitted to the target Master's programme and enrolled to benefit from funding
Candidates already engaged in higher education studies in Belgium are excluded
Must not have previously benefited from a development cooperation scholarship from ARES
ULYSSE MISU: Aimed at highly qualified Belgian or foreign researchers pursuing a scientific career abroad
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Documents Checklist

3 documents required

1Grant application form
2Reference number of the admission file provided by the university (if applicable)
3Academic degrees and transcripts recognized by competent authorities in the country of origin
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How to Apply - Step by Step

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Search and identify an eligible study programme or research fellowship through the official portal

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Apply for admission to the target higher education institution in the Wallonia-Brussels Federation and obtain an admission file reference number

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Check eligibility criteria for the specific grant programme, such as the MASTER IN - WBI Grants

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Submit the grant application form and required documents directly to the targeted higher education institution before the deadline

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Wait for the WBI jury or organizing organism to complete the candidate selection process

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Application Timeline

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To be confirmed

Application Opening

Announcements published on the official Study in Belgium portal

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March 31, 2026

WBI Grant Deadline

Deadline at midnight GMT for MASTER IN - WBI Grants

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September

Academic Year Start

Start of the academic year in French-speaking Belgium

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Insider Tips & Pro Tips

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Verify specific institutional admission deadlines, as they may differ from general scholarship deadlines

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Obtain acknowledgement of equivalence for foreign secondary diplomas between November 15 and July 15 if required

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Secure an admission file reference number from your chosen university before submitting your WBI grant application

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Prepare all application materials well in advance of the March 31 deadline for WBI Master's grants

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Contact the social services department of your chosen Belgian institution for details on additional financial aid

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Frequently Asked Questions

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You can use the official search engines provided on the Study in Belgium website to locate suitable study programmes and check applicable grants based on your nationality and field of study.

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No, applications from candidates already engaged in higher education studies in Belgium are excluded because the programme aims to support new mobility.

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Priority is given to candidates who have studied in Brazil, Canada, Chile, Colombia, South Korea, Japan, Lebanon, Morocco, Mexico, United Kingdom, Switzerland, Taiwan, Tunisia, and the USA.

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The grant application form and required documents must be sent directly to the targeted higher education institution in French-speaking Belgium.

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