1. KU Leuven (Katholieke Universiteit Leuven)

• Ranking: Ranked #63 globally in the QS World University Rankings 2025. ​Wikipedia+1com+1
• Scholarships:
  • Master Mind Scholarships
    • Eligibility: Open to outstanding international students applying for master’s programs. Applicants must have a high standard of academic performance and a good knowledge of the English language.
    • Duration & Funding: The scholarship includes a grant of €8,200 plus a tuition fee waiver per academic year.
    • Program Benefits: Financial support covering tuition fees and living expenses.
    • Application Process: Applicants must apply for a master’s program at KU Leuven and indicate their interest in the Master Mind Scholarship. Selection is based on academic performance and potential.
  • Global Minds Doctoral Scholarships
    • Eligibility: Targeted at excellent students from developing countries who wish to obtain a PhD at KU Leuven.
    • Duration & Funding: The program follows a ‘sandwich’ model, where 50% of the research is conducted at KU Leuven and 50% at the home institution.
    • Program Benefits: Comprehensive support, including living expenses, travel costs, and research allowances.
    • Application Process: Candidates must first be accepted into a PhD program at KU Leuven and then apply for the scholarship through the university’s official channels.

2. Ghent University

• Ranking: Ranked #130 globally. ​org
• Scholarships:
  • Special Research Fund (BOF) Scholarships
    • Eligibility: Open to international PhD candidates who wish to pursue research at Ghent University.
    • Duration & Funding: Scholarships are typically awarded for 24 months, with funding covering living expenses, research costs, and travel allowances.
    • Program Benefits: Access to Ghent University’s research facilities and resources.
    • Application Process: Applicants must submit a research proposal and secure a supervisor at Ghent University before applying for the scholarship.

3. Université catholique de Louvain (UCLouvain)

• Ranking: Ranked #168 globally. ​com+2Wikipedia+2topuniversities.com+2
• Scholarships:
  • ARES Scholarships
    • Eligibility: Open to nationals of ARES partner countries who hold a higher education degree and have professional experience.
    • Duration & Funding: Covers the duration of the master’s program or training, including tuition fees, travel expenses, and a living allowance.
    • Program Benefits: Comprehensive financial support and access to UCLouvain’s academic resources.
    • Application Process: Candidates must apply through ARES and meet specific eligibility criteria related to their country of origin and professional background.

4. Université libre de Bruxelles (ULB)

• Ranking: Ranked #201–250 globally. ​Wikipedia
• Scholarships:
  • Erasmus Mundus Joint Master Degrees
    • Eligibility: Open to students worldwide applying for selected joint master’s programs involving ULB.
    • Duration & Funding: Scholarships cover participation costs, travel expenses, installation costs, and subsistence allowances for the entire duration of the study program.
    • Program Benefits: Opportunity to study in at least two different countries and obtain a joint or multiple degrees.
    • Application Process: Applicants must apply directly to the consortium offering the Erasmus Mundus Joint Master Degree, following their specific application procedures.

5. University of Antwerp

• Ranking: Ranked #161 globally. ​com+1Wikipedia+1
• Scholarships:
  • VLIR-UOS Scholarships
    • Eligibility: Open to applicants from 30 eligible countries in Africa, Asia, and Latin America who wish to pursue a master’s program at the University of Antwerp.
    • Duration & Funding: Covers full tuition fees, travel expenses, insurance, and a living allowance for the duration of the program.
    • Program Benefits: Comprehensive support enabling students to focus on their studies and research.
    • Application Process: Applicants must apply for an eligible master’s program at the University of Antwerp and indicate their interest in the VLIR-UOS scholarship during the application process.

6. Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB)

• Ranking: Ranked #201–250 globally. ​Wikipedia
• Scholarships:
  • Master Mind Scholarships
    • Eligibility: Open to outstanding international students applying for master’s programs at VUB. Applicants must have a high standard of academic performance and a good knowledge of the English language.
    • Duration & Funding: Includes a grant of €8,200 plus a tuition fee waiver per academic year.
    • Program Benefits: Financial support covering tuition fees and living expenses.
    • Application Process: Applicants must apply for a master’s program at VUB and indicate their interest in the Master Mind Scholarship. Selection is based on academic performance and potential.

7. University of Namur

• Ranking: Ranked #801 in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2024. ​
• Scholarships:
  • ARES Scholarships
    • Eligibility: Open to nationals of ARES partner countries who hold a higher education degree and have relevant professional experience.
    • Duration & Funding: Covers the duration of the master’s program or training, including tuition fees, travel expenses, and a living allowance.
    • Program Benefits: Comprehensive financial support and access to the university’s academic resources.
    • Application Process: Candidates must apply through ARES and meet specific eligibility criteria related to their country of origin and professional background.

Erasmus Mundus Joint Master Degrees

• Eligibility: Open to students worldwide applying for selected joint master’s programs involving UNamur.
• Duration & Funding: Scholarships cover participation costs, travel expenses, installation costs, and subsistence allowances for the entire duration of the study program.
• Program Benefits: Opportunity to study in at least two different countries and obtain a joint or multiple degrees.
• Application Process: Applicants must apply directly to the consortium offering the Erasmus Mundus Joint Master Degree, following their specific application procedures.

8. Hasselt University

• Ranking: Ranked #554 globally in the QS World University Rankings 2025. ​
• Scholarships:

• VLIR-UOS Scholarships
  • Eligibility: Open to applicants from 30 eligible countries in Africa, Asia, and Latin America who wish to pursue a master’s program at Hasselt University.
  • Duration & Funding: Covers full tuition fees, travel expenses, insurance, and a living allowance for the duration of the program.
  • Program Benefits: Comprehensive support enabling students to focus on their studies and research.
  • Application Process: Applicants must apply for an eligible master’s program at Hasselt University and indicate their interest in the VLIR-UOS scholarship during the application process.

9. University of Mons

• Ranking: Ranked #501–600 globally in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings.​
• Scholarships:

ARES Scholarships

• Eligibility: Open to nationals of ARES partner countries who hold a higher education degree and have relevant professional experience.
• Duration & Funding: Covers the duration of the master’s program or training, including tuition fees, travel expenses, and a living allowance.
• Program Benefits: Comprehensive financial support and access to the university’s academic resources.
• Application Process: Candidates must apply through ARES and meet specific eligibility criteria related to their country of origin and professional background.

• Erasmus Mundus Joint Master Degrees
  • Eligibility: Open to students worldwide applying for selected joint master’s programs involving UMONS.
  • Duration & Funding: Scholarships cover participation costs, travel expenses, installation costs, and subsistence allowances for the entire duration of the study program.
  • Program Benefits: Opportunity to study in at least two different countries and obtain a joint or multiple degrees.
  • Application Process: Applicants must apply directly to the consortium offering the Erasmus Mundus Joint Master Degree, following their specific application procedures

10. ICHEC Brussels Management School

• Ranking: Not specified in the provided sources.​
• Scholarships:

• ARES Scholarships
  • Eligibility: Open to nationals of ARES partner countries who hold a higher education degree and have relevant professional experience.
  • Duration & Funding: Covers the duration of the master’s program or training, including tuition fees, travel expenses, and a living allowance.
  • Program Benefits: Comprehensive financial support and access to the school’s academic resources.
  • Application Process: Candidates must apply through ARES and meet specific eligibility criteria related to their country of origin and
  • professional background.

11. LUCA School of Arts

• Ranking: Not specified in the provided sources.​
• Scholarships:

• VLIR-UOS Scholarships
  • Eligibility: Open to applicants from 30 eligible countries in Africa, Asia, and Latin America who wish to pursue a master’s program at LUCA School of Arts.
  • Duration & Funding: Covers full tuition fees, travel expenses, insurance, and a living allowance for the duration of the program.
  • Program Benefits: Comprehensive support enabling students to focus on their studies and research.
  • Application Process: Applicants must apply for an eligible master’s program at LUCA School of Arts and indicate their interest in the VLIR-UOS scholarship during the application process.

12. Saint-Louis University, Brussels (UCLouvain Saint-Louis – Bruxelles)

• Ranking: Not specified in the provided sources.​
• Scholarships:

• ARES Scholarships
  • Eligibility: Open to nationals of ARES partner countries who hold a higher education degree and have relevant professional experience.
  • Duration & Funding: Covers the duration of the master’s program or training, including tuition fees, travel expenses, and a living allowance.
  • Program Benefits: Comprehensive financial support and access to the university’s academic resources.
  • Application Process: Candidates must apply through ARES and meet specific eligibility criteria related to their country of origin and professional background.
• Erasmus Mundus Joint Master Degrees
  • Eligibility: Open to students worldwide applying for selected joint master’s programs involving Saint-Louis University.
  • Duration & Funding: Scholarships cover participation costs, travel expenses, installation costs, and subsistence allowances for the entire duration of the study program.
  • Program Benefits: Opportunity to study in at least two different countries and obtain a joint or multiple degrees.
  • Application Process: Applicants must apply directly to the consortium offering the Erasmus Mundus Joint Master Degree, following their specific application procedures.

13. University of Liège (ULiège)

• Ranking: Ranked #301–350 globally in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings.​
• Scholarships:

• ARES Scholarships
  • Eligibility: Open to nationals of ARES partner countries who hold a higher education degree and have relevant professional experience.
  • Duration & Funding: Covers the duration of the master’s program or training, including tuition fees, travel expenses, and a living allowance.
  • Program Benefits: Comprehensive financial support and access to the university’s academic resources.
  • Application Process: Candidates must apply through ARES and meet specific eligibility criteria related to their country of origin and professional background.
• Erasmus Mundus Joint Master Degrees
  • Eligibility: Open to students worldwide applying for selected joint master’s programs involving ULiège.
  • Duration & Funding: Scholarships cover participation costs, travel expenses, installation costs, and subsistence allowances for the entire duration of the study program.
  • Program Benefits: Opportunity to study in at least two different countries and obtain a joint or multiple degrees.
  • Application Process: Applicants must apply directly to the consortium offering the Erasmus Mundus Joint Master Degree, following their specific application procedures.

14. Solvay Brussels School of Economics and Management (SBS-EM)

• Ranking: As a faculty of the Université libre de Bruxelles (ULB), SBS-EM benefits from ULB’s rankings. ULB is ranked #201–250 globally in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2024.​
• Scholarships:

Master Mind Scholarships

• Eligibility: Open to outstanding international students applying for master’s programs at SBS-EM. Applicants must have a high standard of academic performance and a good knowledge of the English language.
• Duration & Funding: The scholarship includes a grant of €8,200 plus a tuition fee waiver per academic year.
• Program Benefits: Financial support covering tuition fees and living expenses.
• Application Process: Applicants must apply for a master’s program at SBS-EM and indicate their interest in the Master Mind Scholarship. Selection is based on academic performance and potential.
• Related Links:
  • Master Mind Scholarships:
• Erasmus Mundus Joint Master Degrees
  • Eligibility: Open to students worldwide applying for selected joint master’s programs involving SBS-EM.
  • Duration & Funding: Scholarships cover participation costs, travel expenses, installation costs, and subsistence allowances for the entire duration of the study program.
  • Program Benefits: Opportunity to study in at least two different countries and obtain a joint or multiple degrees.
  • Application Process: Applicants must apply directly to the consortium offering the Erasmus Mundus Joint Master Degree, following their specific application procedures.
  • Related Links:
    • Erasmus Mundus Joint Master Degrees

15. Louvain School of Management (LSM)

• Ranking: As a faculty of the Université catholique de Louvain (UCLouvain), LSM benefits from UCLouvain’s rankings. UCLouvain is ranked #168 globally in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2024.​
• Scholarships:

• CEMS Scholarships
  • Eligibility: Open to students enrolled in the CEMS Master in International Management program at LSM. Applicants must have a strong academic record and meet the CEMS program requirements.
  • Duration & Funding: Varies depending on the specific scholarship and funding availability.
  • Program Benefits: Financial support to assist with tuition fees and living expenses during the CEMS program.
  • Application Process: Applicants must first be admitted to the CEMS MIM program at LSM. Scholarship opportunities are then communicated to eligible students, who can apply accordingly.
  • Related Links:
    • CEMS MIM Program:
  • ARES Scholarships
    • Eligibility: Open to nationals of ARES partner countries who hold a higher education degree and have relevant professional experience.
    • Duration & Funding: Covers the duration of the master’s program or training, including tuition fees, travel expenses, and a living allowance.
    • Program Benefits: Comprehensive financial support and access to LSM’s academic resources.
    • Application Process: Candidates must apply through ARES and meet specific eligibility criteria related to their country of origin and professional background.
    • Related Links:
      • ARES Scholarships