University of Copenhagen Scholarships for International Students 2026

Hyun Lee
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Updated August 5, 2026
Copenhagen, Denmark
Location
37,500
Population
4
Number of Scholarships

University of Copenhagen is linked to scholarships that can reduce costs in meaningful ways. Here are a few strong options prioritized by funding level.

Beyond campus funding, University of Copenhagen applicants often explore outside opportunities including government backed and independent programs. These are common starting points. Erasmus Mundus Joint Master’s Scholarships is fully funded and typically covers tuition fees, living allowance, and visa fees. Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions is commonly categorized as fully funded support, and coverage that often includes living stipend, mobility allowance, and special needs, leave, and and/or family allowance (if applicable). With Danish Government Scholarships for highly qualified non-EU/EEA students, students may receive fully funded support, and coverage frequently includes up to full tuition fee waivers and grants toward living expenses.

For the complete set of linked scholarships including additional options and details, continue below on this page.

What Scholarship Recipients Say:

"Hmm! As an Erasmus Mundus scholar, I received €1,000 per month, which covered my living expenses. Additionally, the program provided health insurance, covering medical bills. However, both Denmark and Sweden are generally expensive countries, with Denmark being the most expensive of the two."

Erasmus Mundus Scholarship – Fully Funded MSc in Sustainable Forest and Nature Management (SUFONAMA)

— Mary Motunrayo Ogunleye

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"As a member of the GLOFOR application evaluation committee, my key advice to aspirants is to start preparing early. Do not hesitate to reach out to people, mentors, alumni, or even use technology to seek guidance. Whenever in doubt, contacting the program coordinator is always a wise step; they are approachable and genuinely supportive. Avoid last-minute submissions at all costs. Thoughtful preparation reflects maturity and commitment."

Erasmus Mundus Joint Master’s Scholarship – Global Forestry (GLOFOR) Erasmus Mundus Joint Master’s in Global Forestry (GLOFOR)

— Mohan Krishna Chowdry Avilineni

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"My name is Faith Klijian, and I’m from Los Angeles, California. I’m currently a graduate candidate at Københavns Universitet (University of Copenhagen) in Denmark, where I’m pursuing a Master of Science in Security Risk Management."

Danish Government Scholarship – University of Copenhagen Master of Science in Security Risk Management

— Faith Klijian

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"In both institutions in Europe, I had the best time, best education, and best people around me."

Danish Government Scholarship – Pharmaceutical Sciences Master’s in Pharmaceutical Sciences

— Dr. Rama Prajapati

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"I am currently in the second semester of my final year in the Erasmus Mundus Joint Master’s Degree in Global Forestry (GLOFOR), a multidisciplinary program centered on the sustainable management of forest resources amid global environmental change. The program offers a robust academic foundation in tropical forestry, forest policy, climate change, land use governance, and environmental sustainability."

Erasmus Mundus Joint Master’s Scholarship – Global Forestry (GLOFOR) Erasmus Mundus Joint Master’s in Global Forestry

— Bolanle Lizzy Bamidele

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"This two-year journey has allowed me to study across Denmark, Germany, French Guiana, and France, providing me with not only academic excellence but also diverse cultural and environmental exposure."

Erasmus Mundus Joint Master Degree Scholarship – Global Forestry Erasmus Mundus Master’s in Global Forestry

— Sachin Timilsina

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University of Copenhagen Scholarship Recipients

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Mary Motunrayo Ogunleye

MSc in Sustainable Forest and Nature Management (SUFONAMA)
Nigeria
Erasmus Mundus Scholarship

Mary Motunrayo Ogunleye from Nigeria is an Erasmus Mundus alumna who completed the SUFONAMA (Sustainable Forest and Nature Management) program between Denmark and Sweden. With a degree in Forestry and Wood Technology, she combined academic excellence with a strong motivation letter and impactful recommendation letters to secure the competitive Erasmus Mundus scholarship, turning down an offer from the Mastercard Foundation at UBC in the process.

Read her full story to discover how she managed the high cost of living in Scandinavia, overcame cultural transitions, and built a well-rounded Erasmus application.

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Sachin Timilsina

MSc in Global Forestry
Nepal
Erasmus Mundus Joint Master Degree Scholarship

Sachin Timilsina from Nepal is currently completing an MSc in Global Forestry through the Erasmus Mundus Joint Master Degree (EMJMD) program, studying across Denmark, Germany, French Guiana, and France. Supported by a fully funded Erasmus Mundus scholarship, his research explores forest-soil interactions and biodiversity, with a thesis on natural colonization and soil-carbon-insect dynamics in Denmark.

Explore his story and learn how he earned this fully funded scholarship.

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Bolanle Lizzy Bamidele

Erasmus Mundus Master’s in Global Forestry
Nigeria
Erasmus Mundus Joint Master Degree Scholarship

Bolanle Lizzy Bamidele from Nigeria is pursuing an Erasmus Mundus Master’s in Global Forestry, studying at the University of Copenhagen in Denmark and the Technical University of Dresden in Germany. With a Bachelor’s in Forestry from Adekunle Ajasin University and research experience in GIS, remote sensing, and forestry management, she built a strong academic foundation that helped her secure the fully funded Erasmus Mundus scholarship after reapplying with improved preparation.

Read her story to see how persistence and a clear academic focus helped her earn this competitive scholarship.

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University of Copenhagen Admissions

Here are the official admission pages for University of Copenhagen:

DegreeAdmissions Pages
Bachelor'sInternational Students Admissions Page
Master'sInternational Students Admissions Page

University of Copenhagen Application Deadlines

Degree Admission Deadline
Bachelor'sMarch 15, 2026
Master's (February Semester)September 1, 2026
Master's (September Semester)January 15, 2027

Tuition Fees at University of Copenhagen for International Students

Degree Tuition Fee Range
Bachelor's Tuition 100,000 - 130,000 Danish Krone
Master's Tuition 100,000 - 130,000 Danish Krone

Please note that tuition fees can vary based on the specific program you choose. To get accurate tuition fee information, be sure to consult the official tuition fee pages.

About the Author: Hyun Lee

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Hi! I am Hyun, and I am the founder at Global Scholarships. I've received a full-tuition scholarship at Birmingham-Southern College and a $1,000 Burger King Scholarship for my undergraduate degree and was offered a fully funded scholarship consisting of tuition, living stipend, and health insurance for computer science Ph.D. program at North Carolina State University. You can read more about my scholarship journey here. If you are interested, you can follow me on Linkedin where I regularly write about scholarships.

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