Guillaume Dupaix International Master’s Scholarship
The Guillaume Dupaix International Master’s Scholarship is a prestigious talent support initiative funded jointly by the Luxembourg Ministry of Foreign and European Affairs and the Ministry of Research and Higher Education. It aims to attract outstanding international students who wish to pursue a Master’s degree at the University of Luxembourg.
This scholarship is designed exclusively for high-achieving candidates seeking full-time Master’s programmes that are completed entirely in Luxembourg. By offering financial assistance and support for student accommodation, the program helps to ease the transition into graduate studies in a vibrant academic environment.
Applicants are expected to demonstrate excellent academic performance during their undergraduate studies and must not be receiving Luxembourg’s State Financial Aid for Higher Education. The scholarship is awarded to a maximum of 30 students per year, ensuring personalized attention and a close-knit cohort.
Program Details
- Host Institution: University of Luxembourg
- Study Level: Master’s
- Field of Study: All eligible fields (refer to the eligibility criteria)
- Duration: Up to 2 years
- Number of Scholarships: Maximum 30 students per year (10 per faculty)
Guillaume Dupaix International Master’s Scholarship Benefits
The scholarship provides a stipend of approximately €10,000 per academic year, available for up to two years. This amount is allocated in two parts: one covers student accommodation costs—up to €650 per month in a university residence—and the remaining funds are disbursed in installments at the start of each semester (or at the beginning and end of an exchange semester for exchange students).
Please note that tuition fees are not covered, and the scholarship cannot be combined with other grants provided by the Luxembourg government or private sponsors. This scholarship is contingent on maintaining excellent academic performance and may be revoked in cases of academic misconduct or if you withdraw from the program.
Guillaume Dupaix International Master’s Scholarship Eligibility
To be considered for the Guillaume Dupaix International Master’s Scholarship, you must meet the following criteria:
- Be an international applicant (from both EU and non-EU countries) applying for a Master’s degree.
- Enroll in a Master’s programme that is entirely conducted in Luxembourg (programmes requiring a mandatory semester or year abroad are not eligible).
- Demonstrate outstanding academic performance during your undergraduate studies.
- Be admitted as a full-time student.
- Not being a beneficiary of Luxembourg’s State Financial Aid for Higher Education (formerly known as CEDIES).
How to Apply for the Guillaume Dupaix International Master’s Scholarship
Interested candidates in this Europe scholarship program must follow these steps to submit their application:
- Step 1: Apply for the Master’s Programme
- Consult the admission requirements on the webpage of the Master’s programme you wish to join.
- Submit your Master’s application along with all required documents via the online admissions portal.
- Step 2: Application Evaluation
- Once your Master’s application is complete, it will be forwarded to the Programme Director for review.
- If your application meets the criteria of excellence, you will receive a notification with a separate link to apply for the scholarship.
- Step 3: Scholarship Application
- Complete the dedicated online scholarship application form.
- Attach a personal statement that outlines your motivation for applying and highlights your strengths.
- Include two academic recommendation letters with your application.
Please ensure you follow these instructions carefully to facilitate an efficient evaluation process.
Selection is based on the quality of your academic performance and the originality of your personal statement. Finalists will be notified by mid-May 2025 and must confirm their acceptance within three working days. All candidates will receive a final decision. Upon arrival at the University of Luxembourg in September 2025, scholarship recipients will sign a Scholarship Agreement and a sworn declaration accepting the terms and conditions of the Guillaume Dupaix International Master’s Scholarship.
The online application deadline for the Fall 2025 intake is . For more details on the Guillaume Dupaix International Master’s Scholarship, please visit the official page. To be the first to see latest opportunities, please follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest and Instagram.