Which scholarships can I get for a master's in Denmark, and what does the CBS scholarship cover?
Non-EU students can apply for limited Danish government scholarships, university awards and joint programme funding for a master's. The Copenhagen Business School scholarship covers a full tuition fee waiver plus DKK 8,000 per month, with around 25 awards a year and a maximum duration of 22 months.
Danish universities receive a limited number of government scholarships for highly qualified non-EU/EEA students, and individual universities administer and select the awardees. Other funding comes from university awards, joint programmes and external funds.
Scholarship Options for a Master's in Denmark
| Scholarship | What It Can Cover | Key Details |
|---|---|---|
| Danish Government Scholarships | Full or partial tuition waiver and/or a living-cost grant | Limited awards, administered and selected by individual universities |
| Copenhagen Business School (CBS) Scholarship | Full tuition fee waiver plus DKK 8,000 (approx INR 1.17 L) per month | Around 25 scholarships a year, maximum duration 22 months |
| DTU Tuition Fee Waiver | Tuition fees for up to 2 years | Very limited number, primarily merit-based |
| Erasmus Mundus Joint Masters | Can include tuition, living, travel and other study support | Available only for selected joint master's programmes |
| University-specific scholarships and grants | Tuition waiver, grants or other support | Availability, eligibility and deadlines vary |
| External scholarships for Indian students | Tuition, academic or education-related expenses | Some outside organisations fund Indian students; DTU lists the R.D. Sethna Scholarship Fund as an example |
The CBS Scholarship at a Glance
- Coverage: a full tuition fee waiver plus a monthly amount of DKK 8,000 (approx INR 1.17 L).
- Number of awards: around 25 per year.
- Maximum duration: 22 months.
My Advice
Treat scholarships as a bonus, not the core of your plan, because most awards are limited in number. Check the scholarship page of every university on your shortlist early, note each deadline, and apply for more than one option where the rules allow it.
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