VLIR-UOS
VLIR-UOS ICP Connect Scholarship 2027–2028 for 25 Countries
The VLIR-UOS ICP Connect Scholarship supports students from eligible countries in Africa, Asia and Latin America to pursue selected study programmes in Belgium. Successful applicants receive a monthly scholarship allowance intended to cover living expenses and tuition fees.
This page is an informational summary. Requirements and dates can change. Confirm every detail on the official provider website before taking action.
Key facts:
- Organisation: VLIR-UOS
- Category: Scholarship
- Country / region: Belgium
- Deadline: 2027-02-28
- Funding: Monthly scholarship allowance covering living expenses and tuition fees. Depending on the institution, insurance, tuition and accommodation may be paid directly or deducted from the allowance.
- Study level: Bachelor, initial master's and advanced master's programmes.
- Field of study: Selected ICP Connect programmes. Available fields depend on the participating institutions and programmes.
- Duration: Depends on the selected study programme; the announcement does not specify a general duration.
- Host institution: Participating higher education institutions in Belgium.
- Language requirement: Not specified in the supplied announcement. Check the requirements of the individual programme.
About the programme
The ICP Connect Scholarship is offered through VLIR-UOS to support students from eligible countries who want to pursue selected higher education programmes in Belgium.
The programmes aim to prepare students to become leaders and change agents in their fields. They are designed to help graduates contribute to positive change and development across different sectors of society.
For the 2027–2028 academic year, candidates from 25 eligible countries in Africa, Asia and Latin America can apply. Mali has recently been added to the eligible-country list.
Who can apply
Applicants must meet the following general requirements:
1. Nationality and country of residence
- Applicants must be citizens of one of the 25 eligible countries.
- They must also be residing in one of those eligible countries when applying.
- Applicants do not necessarily have to reside in the country of their nationality.
Check the official list of eligible countries before applying.
2. Age requirements
- Bachelor and initial master's applicants must not be older than 35 as of 1 January of the intake year.
- Advanced master's applicants must not be older than 45 as of 1 January of the intake year.
- Bachelor applicants must be at least 19 years old by 1 January of the intake year.
3. Professional background and experience
Preference is given to applicants who:
- Work in higher education.
- Work in government.
- Work in civil society.
- Intend to build a career in any of these sectors.
However, recent graduates and applicants working in the private sector without work experience may also be considered if they demonstrate strong motivation and have a compelling profile.
4. Scholarship application restrictions
- Applicants may apply for only one ICP Connect Scholarship per year.
- Applicants cannot receive another scholarship or grant to participate in the same study programme or another programme at the same time.
5. Previous scholarships and studies in Belgium
Applicants are not eligible if they have previously received a Belgian government scholarship to attend a study programme.
They must also not have enrolled in a study programme at a Belgian higher education institution before 1 January of the intake year.
Additional requirements: Individual institutions may impose extra eligibility conditions. Applicants should check the detailed information and application instructions for their chosen programme.
What you get
The scholarship provides a monthly allowance intended to cover:
- Living expenses.
- Tuition fees.
The way these costs are handled depends on the participating institution. Some institutions may pay tuition, insurance or accommodation costs directly and deduct the relevant amounts from the monthly allowance. In other cases, students may need to pay these expenses themselves from the allowance.
Applicants should check the financial arrangements of their chosen institution before applying.
How to apply
- Visit the official VLIR-UOS ICP Connect 2027–2028 scholarship page.
- Review the available study programmes and select one that matches your academic background and career goals.
- Check the eligible-country list and confirm that you meet the nationality and residency requirements.
- Review the additional admission and scholarship requirements of your chosen institution.
- Follow the institution's application instructions and submit your application before its stated deadline.
Official scholarship page: https://www.vliruos.be/get-funded/calls/icp-connect-2027-2028
Eligible countries: https://www.vliruos.be/country-list-icp-connect-scholarships
Documents required
The supplied announcement does not provide a complete list of required documents.
Applicants should check the application instructions for their selected ICP Connect programme to confirm the required academic certificates, transcripts, identification documents, motivation statement, references and any other supporting materials.
Important dates
- Scholarship intake: 2027–2028.
- Application deadline listed in the announcement: 28 February 2027.
Applicants should confirm the exact deadline and submission process with their selected institution, as individual programmes may have specific application requirements.
Official source
Use the official provider's website for current eligibility rules, application instructions, fees and deadlines.
Visit official websiteSource verification date: November 1, 2026. This is not a guarantee that the opportunity remains open.
