The University of Luxembourg offers a range of scholarships and financial-support opportunities for international students, exchange participants, and doctoral researchers. These funding programs cover multiple study levels, including full-time Master’s degrees, short-term academic exchanges, and PhD research visits.
The flagship funding route for international applicants is the Guillaume Dupaix International Excellence Scholarship. It provides up to €11,526 per year to assist students with accommodation and general living expenses in Luxembourg.
Because eligibility rules, target groups, and deadlines differ by program, applicants must review the exact conditions before applying.
📊 Scholarship Overview
| Feature | Details |
| Host Institution | University of Luxembourg |
| Location | Luxembourg |
| Primary Award | Guillaume Dupaix International Excellence Scholarship |
| Study Levels | Master’s, Exchange (Bachelor/Master), and PhD |
| Funding Type | Living stipend & accommodation support |
| Master’s Award Value | €5,763 per semester / €11,526 per year |
| Master’s Duration | Up to 2 years (Standard program length) |
| PhD Stipend Value | Approx. €1,200 per month |
| Master’s Deadline | March 24, 2026 (For published intake cycle) |
| PhD Deadline | December 31, 2026 (Accepted year-round) |
💰 Funding Coverage & Benefits
Scholarship benefits vary depending on the specific program stream:
1. Guillaume Dupaix Master’s Scholarship
- Financial Stipend: €5,763 per semester (€11,526 total per year).
- Living Support: Intended to cover student housing and monthly living costs in Luxembourg.
- Important Note: This award does not include a tuition fee waiver. Recipients remain responsible for paying university registration fees.
2. Guillaume Dupaix Exchange Scholarship
- Stipend Value: Approximately €5,763 per semester.
- Housing Allocation: Part of the scholarship directly covers university accommodation (approx. €500–€650/month).
- Allowance: The remaining balance is disbursed in periodic monetary installments.
3. Guillaume Dupaix PhD Scholarship
- Monthly Allowance: Approximately €1,200 per month.
- Duration: Supports short-term research stays for a minimum period of 1 month.
👤 Eligibility Criteria
Master’s Degree Applicants
To qualify for the Guillaume Dupaix Excellence Scholarship, candidates must:
- Be an international (EU or non-EU) or domestic applicant demonstrating outstanding academic performance during undergraduate studies.
- Apply for a full-time Master’s program offered at the University of Luxembourg.
- Not be enrolled in a Master’s degree that includes a mandatory abroad period.
- Not be receiving Luxembourg’s State Financial Aid for Higher Education.
Exchange & PhD Candidates
- Exchange Students: Must be enrolled at an official partner institution in designated countries (such as the US, UK, Canada, Australia, Brazil, Japan, or Singapore) and be nominated by their home university.
- PhD Researchers: Must be doctoral candidates at an eligible partner institution, obtain an official university nomination, and complete an accepted mobility arrangement.
📝 How to Apply (Step-by-Step)
- Choose an Eligible Degree: Visit the University of Luxembourg admissions portal and select your target Master’s or PhD program.
- Submit Academic Application: Complete the online admission form and submit required transcripts, CV, and identity documents.
- Receive Nomination / Invitation: For the Master’s scholarship, academic directors evaluate submitted applications for excellence and issue a separate link to apply for the Guillaume Dupaix award. Exchange/PhD candidates must be nominated directly by their home institution.
- Submit Scholarship Form: Complete the dedicated scholarship questionnaire before the applicable cutoff date.
🔗 Official Application
🔗 Official Scholarship Page:
University of Luxembourg Scholarships – Official Page
📅 Application Deadline:
Varies by Scholarship
For the currently published opportunities:
- Guillaume Dupaix International Excellence Scholarship: 24 March 2026 for the published Master’s cycle
- Guillaume Dupaix International PhD Scholarship: 31 December 2026
- Guillaume Dupaix International Exchange Scholarship: 15 May or 1 November, depending on the exchange semester
Important: Applicants should always check the official University of Luxembourg website before applying because scholarship requirements, deadlines, funding amounts and programme availability can change.