If you have been looking for an opportunity to study in Belgium here it is. Get to study on a government-funded scholarship as an international student with the Belgium Government Scholarships 2025-2026.

The scholarships are announced under “ARES Scholarships 2025-2026” in Belgium and these international scholarships are given to bright individuals who wish to study in Belgium with a need for financial support. These Scholarships are offered at multiple universities in Belgium for undergraduate and master’s degree programs. They cover full tuition fees, international travel, Visa, and Insurance. This financial support makes it easier for students to focus on their studies without worrying about money. The ARES Scholarships are highly competitive, and they are awarded to students with excellent academic records and strong motivation to contribute to the development of their home countries.

The ARES Scholarships 2025-2026 in Belgium are a great opportunity for students from developing countries. These Scholarships are given by the Academy of Research and Higher Education in Belgium to support students who want to pursue a master’s degree or bachelor’s degree in Belgian universities.

Host Country: Belgium

Host organization:  The Academy for Research and Higher Education

Degree programs: Undergraduate and Masters

Scholarship coverage: Fully funded

Benefits:

1. You will receive an economy class travel allowance once per academic year.
2. Fixed amount of €200 for international travel.
3. A 12-month living allowance will be provided for advanced bachelor’s and master’s degree programs.
4. A monthly allowance will be given during the studies.
5. The living allowance for continuing education programs will depend on the duration of the course.
6. ARES will cover your insurance costs.
7. Tuition expenses are covered in this scholarship.

Eligible Countries: Palestinian territory, Cambodia, Indonesia, Nepal, Philippines, Vietnam, Benin, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Cameroon, Ethiopia, Guinea, Kenya, Madagascar, Mali, Morocco, Mozambique, Niger, Congo, Rwanda, Senegal, South Africa, Tanzania, Tunisia, Uganda, Zimbabwe, Bolivia, Cuba, Ecuador, Haiti, Peru.

Eligibility:

The eligibility criteria are as follows:

1. You must be a national of, reside in, and work in one of the 31 eligible countries.
2. For specialized master’s and continuing education courses, you need a diploma equivalent to a 2nd cycle diploma from a Belgian university.
3. For specialization, you need a diploma equivalent to a 1st cycle diploma from Belgian higher education.
4. You must demonstrate at least two years of relevant professional experience in an ARES partner country.

Required Documents:

1. 2 Recommendation letters.
2. Certified copies of original diplomas.
3. Certificate of nationality or copy of passport.
4. Pre-project.

How to Apply:

Here are the steps to apply:

1. Apply online via the GIRAF platform.
2. Applicant must have a GIRAF account.
3. Click on Application for international training.
4. The form can be filled in multiple sessions.
5. Click Submit My Application to submit your form.
6. Once submitted, you can view your file in the My Submitted Files table but cannot modify it.

Application Deadline: October 18, 2024.