VLIR-UOS ICP Scholarships in Belgium 2025/2026 International students from a list of countries around the globe are invited to apply for VLIR-UOS ICP Scholarships for Masters study programmes in Belgium commencing 2025/2026 academic session.
ICPs are International master programmes focus on subjects aligned with the Agenda 2030 and SDG principles. VLIR-UOS supports a selection of 15 ICPs and provides an annual intake of 10 new first-year scholarships for each ICP.
Fact About The VLIR-UOS ICP Scholarships
- Global Impact: VLIR-UOS ICP Scholarships support 15 International Master’s programs aligned with the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), shaping global leaders.
- Diverse Opportunities: 150 scholarships are awarded annually to students from 29 eligible countries, fostering international collaboration.
- Full Ride: VLIR-UOS scholarships cover ALL expenses: tuition fees, travel, insurance, and living costs (board and lodging).
- Age is Just a Number: Candidates up to 45 years old (advanced master) can apply, providing opportunities for mid-career professionals.
- Work Experience Matters: Preference is given to candidates with experience in higher education, government, or civil society.
- Break Financial Barriers: VLIR-UOS scholarships empower students from developing countries to access quality education.
- Interdisciplinary Learning: Programs cover various fields, including health, environment, economics, and social sciences.
- Belgian Excellence: Study at top Belgian universities, renowned for academic excellence.
- Networking Hub: Connect with international students, academics, and professionals, expanding your global network.
- Transformative Experience: VLIR-UOS ICP Scholarships equip leaders to address global challenges, creating a lasting impact.
Eligibility Criteria For 2025/2026 VLIR-UOS ICP Scholarships
The following are the eligibility conditions for the VLIR-UOS ICP Scholarships to study in Belgium:
- Nationality and country of residence: Candidates’ must be nationals of one of the 29 eligible countries and must be a resident of one of these countries (not necessarily the same country) at the time of application. Check our list of countries eligible for scholarships.
- Age: Candidates cannot be older than 35 on January 1 of the year of intake for an initial master and 45 for an advanced master.
- Professional background and experience: Preference will be given to candidates employed in higher education, government or civil society, or those targeting a career in one of these sectors. Candidates employed in the private sector or newly graduated candidates with no work experience may also be considered if they provide a strong motivation and profile.
- Scholarship applications: Candidates may apply for only one ICP Connect scholarship application per year. Candidates cannot receive any other scholarship or grant to participate in this study programme or another programme simultaneously.
- Previously awarded scholarships: Candidates may not have previously received a scholarship from the Belgian government to attend a study programme and may not have enrolled in a study programme at a Belgian higher education institution before January 1 of the year of intake.
Rewards For 2025/2026 VLIR-UOS ICP Scholarships
- VLIR-UOS scholarships cover tuition fees
- Travel expenses
- Insurance and living expenses (board and lodging)
How To Apply For 2025/2026 VLIR-UOS ICP Scholarships
To apply for the VLIR-UOS ICP Scholarships 2025/2026, follow the below steps;
- Confirm your eligibility based on all given criteria.
- Take a look at the selected Master’s programmes (15).
- Learn more about the Master’s programmes on their respective websites
- If you are interested in a specific programme, go to the website of the university organizing this and follow the instructions.
- On the university website, apply for admission to the programme as well as for the scholarship itself. When you apply for the programme, be sure to mention whether you wish to apply for a scholarship. Do not apply for more than one Master’s programme per year.
- Deadlines is not specified.