The Erasmus Mundus scholarship
The Erasmus Mundus Scholarship is awarded to the best students admitted each year to the programme from all over the world.
The scholarship amounts to a maximum of 33,600 € (1400 € per month for up to 24 months).
All scholarship holders are granted a tuition fee waiver.
To be eligible for the scholarship, you must
- comply with the Erasmus Mundus Mobility Requirement
- be a full-time student on the programme.
Erasmus Mundus Scholarship holders must successfully complete a minimum of 30 ECTS in two countries which are different from the country in which you resided at the time of application.
This requirement affects applicants residing in Poland and Italy at the time of application:
- if you reside in Italy at the time of application and choose University of Milan (in Italy) as your second-year university, you will not be eligible for the Erasmus Mundus Scholarship. However, you will be eligible for the scholarship if you choose another second-year university.
- if you reside in Poland at the time of application and choose University of Warsaw (in Poland) as your second-year university, you will not be eligible for the Erasmus Mundus Scholarship. However, you will be eligible for the scholarship if you choose another second-year university.
The Erasmus Mundus Scholarship is only awarded to enrolled full-time students who have not previously benefitted from another Erasmus Mundus Scholarship.
You are granted a tuition fee waiver as a scholarship holder.
The scholarship is a monthly allowance that you can use to cover travel, visa, installation and subsistence costs.
The monthly allowance is 1400 € and is paid to your bank account on the last bank day of a month for the forthcoming month.
The scholarship covers up to 24 months for the programme starting from September the first year of studies. The last payment will be no later than ultimo July the second year of studies for the month of August.
In case of interruption of enrolment, e.g., maternity leave, sick-leave or similar absence, the monthly scholarship payments will be stopped until the study activates commence.
The Erasmus Mundus Scholarships are awarded to the top applicants.
All scholarship applications are assessed by at least two Assessment Committee members. The scholarship applications are assessed on four assessment criteria in two stages.
The assessment for the Erasmus Mundus Scholarship is a different process than the assessment for admission to the programme. You can still be offered admission to the programme even though you are not awarded an Erasmus Mundus Scholarship.
You can read about the specific requirements to these documents under Application Procedure.
The four assessment criteria
The Assessment Committee assesses your application on four assessment criteria carrying the following weights:
- Academic excellence (60%)
- Personal motivation (20%)
- Relevant work experience (10%)
- Recommendations (10%)
Each criterion is assessed on a scale from 1-5, where 1 is low and 5 is high and a weighted average is calculated.
Only the highest ranked applicants will be awarded an Erasmus Mundus Scholarship.
The first assessment stage
In the first assessment stage, the Assessment Committee assesses your academic excellence.
The assessment is based on the grade point average (GPA) of your qualifying bachelor’s degree, any publications and other academic factors such as prior research experience.
If your academic excellence receives a score of 4 or higher, your scholarship application moves on to the second assessment stage. If it receives a score lower than 4, your scholarship application will not be assessed further.
The second assessment stage
In the second assessment stage, the Assessment Committee assesses the last three criteria:
- Personal motivation
- Relevant work experience
- Recommendations
If one of these criteria receives a score lower than 3, your application will receive no further assessment.
The letter of motivation is used to assess your personal motivation to join the programme. The Assessment Committee looks for enthusiasm for the subject and the chosen mobility track, which can be demonstrated by having undertaken independent fieldwork, relevant vacation employment or similar activities. Your letter of motivation should also contain a justification for the program choice and the second-year mobility track.
Your CV is used to assess your relevant work experience. The Assessment Committee look for relevant non-academic work experience, volunteer activities, and other indications relevant to the programme. These activities can be very varied.
The letters of recommendation are used to assess your recommendations. The Assessment Committee distinguishes between genuine personal letters and standardised recommendations. The Committee looks for backing of your academic achievements, interests and personal motivation. In addition, the Committee considers your referee’s knowledge about your (e.g. how and for how long you have worked together) and, if relevant, the academic experience of the referee as a scholar and as a teacher of successful students is also considered.
If you are selected for the Erasmus Mundus Scholarship, the first instalment is transferred upon arrival to the University of Copenhagen – expected disposal by the end of September.
The scholarship cannot be paid in advance nor be deferred for later admission.
Every scholarship holder will get more information on what to do to receive the scholarship before study start.
You apply for Erasmus Mundus Scholarship when you apply for admission.
In the application portal you will be asked if you want to apply for the scholarship. You can still apply for admission if you do not wish to apply for the scholarship.
You cannot apply for the scholarship without applying for admission to the programme.
You cannot apply for Erasmus Mundus Scholarship if you have previously obtained an Erasmus Mundus Scholarship.
Read about how to apply for admission (and the scholarship) here.
If you have not been selected for an Erasmus Mundus Scholarship, you may apply for the Erasmus Mobility Grant.
The grant will expectedly amount to 450-500 EUR per month – the monthly rate depends on your mobility track.
You may apply for the grant during the first semester of your studies at the University of Copenhagen. You can apply for 10-12 months of grant.
The grant will be disbursed for your second year of studies only. It cannot be granted for the first year of studies.
MERGED is committed to uncover and pursue new options for increased financial support to the programme.
Key sources of funding:
- The National Academic Exchange Agency (NAWA) offering scholarships for non-Polish students (through the Poland My First Choice Programme and
- The Stefan Banach Scholarship Program)
- The University of Warsaw special scholarships: the Rector’s Scholarship, Social Scholarships, and the Scholarships for people with disabilities.
If you have a disability, you may be eligible to receive a contribution to individual needs during your time on the programme.
A disability could be e.g. long-term physical, mental, intellectual or sensory impairments.
A contribution to individual needs could be related to the acquisition of special items or services, e.g.
- assistance by third persons
- adaptation of work environment
- additional travel/transportation costs
Each case is assessed on an individual level.
Services at partner universities for students with special needs
Each partner university has their own services to students with special needs:
- The University of Copenhagen: Special Educational Support (SPS)
- The University of Milan: Services for students with disabilities
- The University of Warsaw: The Scholarships for people with disabilities.
MERGED is committed to uncover and pursue new options for increased financial support to the programme.
Key sources of funding:
- The University of Copenhagen: Special Educational Support (SPS)
- The University of Milan: Services for students with disabilities
- The University of Warsaw: The Scholarships for people with disabilities.