KU Leuven ASEAN Scholarship 2027 in Belgium for Masters Students

The KU Leuven ASEAN Scholarship helps outstanding students from Southeast Asia study a master's degree at KU Leuven in Belgium. KU Leuven is one of the top universities in Europe.

What the scholarship covers

• Full tuition fee waiver
• An allowance of EUR 4,000

The allowance helps, but it does not cover a full year of living costs in Belgium. Plan how you will fund the rest. You will also need to show proof of funds for your student visa.

Who can apply

• You are a citizen of Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, Timor-Leste or Vietnam
• You are applying for an eligible master's or advanced master's programme at KU Leuven in:
  • Humanities and Social Sciences
  • Science, Engineering and Technology
  • Biomedical Sciences
• You have an excellent academic record (high GPA)
• Your most recent degree is from outside Flanders, and you are not currently studying at a Flemish institution
• English: IELTS 7.0, TOEFL iBT 94 or Cambridge CPE (C2). Some native speakers and graduates of English-taught degrees may be exempt.

Preparatory, bridging and distance-learning programmes are not eligible. You cannot combine this award with another KU Leuven scholarship or an Erasmus Mundus scholarship.

How to apply

1. Choose an eligible master's programme at KU Leuven.
2. Apply for admission online before the scholarship deadline.
3. Add the KU Leuven Scholarships & Master Mind Candidacy Form to your application.
4. Register your scholarship candidacy through KU Leuven's online registration tool.

Take your English test before the deadline. Results can usually be added later.

Deadline

The 2027–2028 deadline has not been announced yet. Last year's deadline was 15 January 2026, so expect a similar date in mid-January 2027. Start preparing your documents now.

Tips

• Pick a programme that clearly matches your previous studies and career goals.
• Your motivation letter should explain why KU Leuven and that specific programme, and how you will use the degree back home.
• Book your IELTS or TOEFL early. You need a high score (IELTS 7.0).