Europe has always been a top-rated developed country, accommodating thousands of students from all around the world in its universities. Students are rushing towards Europe because of fully funded scholarships and a standard lifestyle. European Commission grants 100000 scholarships every year for international students to study for free. The biggest scholarship is the Erasmus Mundus scholarship in Europe. Each European country offers its government fully funded scholarship programs.   Every program tends to be more diverse than other countries so attracts more students all over emerging economies. 

In this blog, you will find the best fully funded scholarships in Europe for international students. You can also read How to Find the Best Scholarships After Graduation in Pakistan?

Emile Boutmy Scholarship- France

For students looking for a scholarship at Science Po University in the capital of France (Paris)- the Emile Boutmy Scholarship is for them. This university hosts 14000 students about half strength of them are international students. Students have the liberty to be admitted to any subject of the top-ranked institution in France.  Emile Boutmy Scholarship funds up to 21044 USD per year. This amount covers tuition fees as well as living costs.

Eligibility criteria: Students must be first time applying, from non-European states, and students who have been admitted to undergraduate or master’s programs in Europe.

Stipendium Hungaricum Scholarship in the University of Debrecen

This is a fully funded scholarship in Hungary at the University of Debrecen for international students. This scholarship covers all the expenses related to study. The funded amount of this scholarship will cover tuition fees, monthly stipends for living expenses, and university fees. This amount is transferred to students until they complete a full degree. This scholarship also contributes to accommodations for students. Studying at the University of Debrecen is a great opportunity for international students and a chance to explore European culture.

Eligibility criteria: A good academic record and the applicant must be a non-Hungarian citizen.

Government of Ireland’s international education programs

This is again fully funded program offered by the government of Ireland for international students. This program selects thousands of applicants from all over the world who match the eligibility criteria. Students who are concerned about complete financial coverage now need not worry. This scholarship offers a complete registration fee waiver, tuition fee waiver, and a total stipend of about 10K euros for the whole degree. This scholarship allows international students to study in Europe and get the opportunity to explore European culture via Irish government funds.

Eligibility criteria: Applicant must have domicile of the country out of Europe, EEA, and UK with excellent academic records.

Erasmus Mundus scholarship program

This scholarship program is an integrated, prestigious, and international study program offered by the joint contribution of higher education institutions in Europe. This program provides funds to students who apply in an annual selection round. This funded scholarship program provides opportunities to study abroad, internships, and workplaces for international higher education students until they are in Europe to study. This program covers their tuition fees, living expenses, and travel expenses.

Eligibility criteria: The applicant must have a last degree with high academic grades, be non-European, and must learn IELTS.

DAAD scholarship- Germany 

For students who wish to study in ranked #1 universities in study, research, and learning German DAAD scholarship is for them. This scholarship program supports 1 lac students and researchers worldwide. German government provides this scholarship and it is fully funded for postgraduate programs. In some programs, internships are available on fully funded policies and research grants for PhD students. Specifically from underdeveloped regions students are prioritized for DAAD scholarship.

Eligibility criteria: Students must complete graduation with a good academic record and must be competitive.

Padua International Excellence Scholarship Programme-Italy

The University of Padua offers various scholarships to Italian students and international students. Their first and foremost choice is the Padua Excellence Scholarship which annually provides 43 scholarships to top talented students worldwide who wish to pursue bachelor’s or master’s degrees in Italy. Students will get a world-class education with a choice of programs in the English language. DAAD is a fully funded scholarship that covers full tuition fees, and a yearly stipend of 8870 USD. 

Eligibility criteria: Students must have good academic records with a CGPA of 3.0/4.0 and a research proposal if the university demands.

Maastricht University Scholarship- netherland

This is another fully funded scholarship program for international students by Maastricht University in the Netherlands. This scholarship covers full tuition fees and provides a monthly stipend of about 15925 euros. The duration of the stipend is 13 months or some students get 30625 euros with a duration of 25 months. This scholarship also covers health insurance charges. Maastricht University Scholarship is the best opportunity for students who are seeking fully funded scholarships in Europe. This scholarship provides them a chance to learn European culture and live in the Netherlands without stressing up for any expense.

Eligibility criteria: This scholarship demands high academic grades and the applicant must be non-European.

Final words

Europe never failed to fulfill students needs who have a quest to study. The government of each country in Europe offers scholarships with the coordination of private organizations. These scholarships cover tuition fees and living expenses. Students must know the eligibility criteria before applying for any scholarship!