by Quick answer: An Erasmus Mundus scholarship is EU funding for a joint master’s degree run by universities in Europe. It covers your participation costs and also contributes to your travel, visa and living costs. Students from any country can apply. But there is no central application, so you apply directly to the master’s programme you want, and each programme sets its own deadline.
This guide explains the Erasmus Mundus scholarship requirements, how to find a programme and how to apply.
Last verified: 4 October 2026 against the European Commission’s Erasmus+ website.
What is the Erasmus Mundus scholarship?
Erasmus Mundus Joint Masters are master’s programmes that last one or two years, worth 60, 90 or 120 ECTS credits. The European Union offers scholarships to students on these programmes, and the European Commission says students from all over the world are welcome.
What the funding covers
According to the European Commission, the scholarship covers participation costs and contributes to:
- travel.
- visa costs.
- a living allowance.
The Commission’s page does not list one fixed amount for every programme, so check the figures on the programme website before you plan your budget.
Erasmus Mundus scholarship requirements
At a minimum, you need a first degree, such as a bachelor’s. If you are in your final year, you can still apply, as long as you graduate before the master’s starts. After that, each programme adds its own entry rules, for example on your subject, grades or English level.
How to apply for the Erasmus Mundus scholarship
- Search the Erasmus Mundus catalogue for programmes in your field.
- Open each programme’s own website and read its entry rules.
- Check its deadline, because every programme sets its own.
- Apply to the programme. You apply for the place and the scholarship through the programme, not through the EU.
Applying from Nigeria, Ghana, India and Pakistan
There is no country list to check, because the scheme is open to students worldwide. So the real work is in the programme rules. For example, read each programme’s requirements page before you pay for an English test, because the rules differ.
Frequently asked questions
Is it fully funded?
It covers participation costs and contributes to travel, visa and living costs. So for many students it covers the main costs, but check each programme’s figures.
When is the Erasmus Mundus deadline?
Each programme sets its own deadline, so there is no single date. Read our scholarship timeline to plan ahead.
Can I apply for Erasmus Mundus without IELTS?
It depends on the programme, so follow the English rules on its website.
Compare it with other awards in our guide to fully funded masters scholarships.
Official source
This is general information. Always confirm the rules on the programme’s own website before you apply.
