About this opportunity
The University of Copenhagen Danish Government Scholarships 2027 offer a limited number of tuition waivers and grants to highly talented masters students from outside the EU, EEA and Switzerland, funded through the Danish Government Scholarship programme. The award is granted either as a full or partial tuition fee waiver, or as an amount that covers basic living expenses, with the exact package varying by faculty. There is no separate scholarship application: every eligible non EU and EEA applicant admitted to a masters programme is automatically considered, and selection is based solely on academic achievement, with financial need not taken into consideration. Applicants apply for admission to a September 2027 masters programme by 15 January 2027 and are contacted through the application portal if nominated.
Who should apply?
This may be a fit if the following points describe you. Always use the official criteria as the final check.
- Be a citizen of a country outside the EU, EEA or Switzerland
- Be admitted to a masters degree programme at the University of Copenhagen for the September intake
- Be granted a time limited residence permit for the purpose of studying a higher educational programme in Denmark
- Show outstanding academic achievement, since the university awards the scholarships solely on academic merit and does not consider financial need
- Note the exclusions: you are not eligible if you have a legal claim to the rights of Danish citizens, if you are eligible for a grant under Danish law on the State Educational Grant and Loan Scheme (SU), or if you hold one of the residence permit categories listed on the official page
- Note the faculty specific conditions: the Faculty of Humanities considers a letter of motivation, the Faculty of Social Sciences has a very limited number of awards, generally fewer than five per year, and the Faculty of Theology has generally fewer than four per year, granted as partial tuition waivers only
What the opportunity may offer
- A full or partial tuition fee waiver, depending on the award and faculty
- In some cases, an amount that covers basic living expenses, in addition to or instead of a waiver, with the Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences granting either tuition plus living expenses or tuition only
- No separate scholarship form: automatic consideration for every eligible admitted non EU and EEA applicant
- Selection on academic merit alone, with no financial need assessment
- Access to masters programmes across faculties including Science, Humanities, Social Sciences, Health and Medical Sciences, and Theology
Required documents
- Masters programme application to the University of Copenhagen for September 2027 entry, submitted through the application portal by 15 January 2027
- Academic transcripts and degree evidence showing outstanding academic achievement
- Programme specific supporting documents required by your chosen masters programme
- For the Faculty of Humanities: a letter of motivation, which is considered in the scholarship assessment
- Time limited Danish residence permit for study, granted after admission
Application process
- Choose an eligible masters programme at the University of Copenhagen for September 2027 entry and check its specific deadline
- Submit your masters admission application through the application portal, which opens on 15 November 2026, by 15 January 2027 at 23:59 Danish time for most programmes
- Do not submit a separate scholarship application: eligible non EU and EEA applicants are automatically considered for the Danish Government Scholarship
- Await admission and nomination: nominated students receive information directly through the application portal
- Accept the scholarship offer within the specified deadline, since an unaccepted offer is revoked and offered to another applicant
Before you apply
- □Confirm that you meet every eligibility condition
- □Check the deadline in your own time zone
- □Prepare documents in the required format
- □Ask referees early and share the official instructions
- □Review the official source once more before submitting
Deadline notes
The 15 January 2027 date is the masters admission deadline for most September 2027 programmes, at 23:59 Danish time, with the application portal opening on 15 November 2026. There is no separate scholarship deadline, because eligible non EU and EEA applicants are automatically considered for the Danish Government Scholarship through their admission application. Applicants must verify the deadline for their specific programme, since a small number of programmes follow different timelines, and the scholarship is awarded only in connection with the September intake.
Frequently asked questions
Do I apply separately for the Copenhagen Danish Government Scholarship?
No. There is no separate scholarship application. All eligible non EU and EEA applicants admitted to a masters programme at the University of Copenhagen are automatically considered, and nominated students are contacted through the application portal.
What does the Danish Government Scholarship at Copenhagen cover?
It is granted either as a full or partial tuition fee waiver, or as an amount that covers basic living expenses. The exact package varies by faculty: for example, the Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences grants either tuition plus living expenses or tuition only, while Theology grants partial waivers only.
When is the deadline for the Copenhagen Danish Government Scholarship 2027?
Apply for admission to a September 2027 masters programme by 15 January 2027 at 23:59 Danish time for most programmes, through the portal opening on 15 November 2026. Check your specific programme, since a small number follow different timelines.
Who is eligible for the Danish Government Scholarship at Copenhagen?
Citizens of countries outside the EU, EEA or Switzerland who are admitted to a masters programme at the University of Copenhagen and granted a time limited residence permit for study. Selection is based solely on academic achievement; financial need is not considered.
Is the Copenhagen Danish Government Scholarship only for September entry?
Yes. The official faculty conditions state that the scholarships are awarded solely in connection with the September intake.
Programme details can change. Check the original listing before you prepare or submit an application.
Last reviewed: 2026-10-31UShireZone is not affiliated with University of Copenhagen. We never charge applicants to apply. Always verify details and submit through the official website.
