Technical University of Denmark (DTU)
Scholarship
Undergraduate
Scholarships available here:
Native
Students (Danish/EU/EEA/Swiss)
- No tuition fees
for EU/EEA/Swiss students at all public Danish universities including DTU since
higher education is state-funded
- SU standard grants:
Eligible Danish/EU citizens may apply for the Danish State Educational
Grant (SU), offering around DKK 6,300/month (~€840), subject to
part-time work requirements
- Regensen housing scholarships: Highly select students (both Danish and
international) may be awarded free housing plus a modest stipend through Regensen
a historic residential college associated with DTU and the University of
Copenhagen
2.
International Students (Non‑EU/EEA/Swiss)
- Tuition applies
to non‑EU/EEA students—no undergraduate tuition is waived automatically.
- DTU does not offer specific general undergraduate
scholarships for international (non‑EU) students.
3.
Private Scholarships & Foundations
Although limited, undergraduate
students may access certain departmental or foundation‑level awards,
such as:
- Haderslev Katedralskoles studenterlegater
- Hans Juul-Bidstrup og Jytte Cartwrights mindefond
- Henry og Mary Skovs Fond
- Hjørring Gymnasiums Fonde
These are open to BEng/BSc students
in relevant programs. Award amounts vary, often modest, and depend on
specific nomination rounds
Eligibility
& Tips
- EU/EEA/Swiss:
Automatic tuition exemption; SU available to those who meet part-time work
conditions.
- Non‑EU undergraduates:
Must cover tuition; DTU does not offer fee waivers at bachelor’s
level.
- Foundation awards:
Require separate applications; check DTU scholarship portal or inquire at
your department.
- Regensen:
Extremely competitive; includes both Danish and international students apply
early and meet academic excellence standards.
- External funding:
International undergrads should look into home-country scholarships or
external bodies (e.g., Erasmus+ exchange, Erasmus Mundus, external
grants).
Graduate Scholarships available here:
Danish
Government Scholarships (Non‑EU/EEA/Swiss)
- Coverage:
Full or partial tuition waiver plus living stipend.
- Eligibility:
Open to highly qualified Master’s students from non‑EU/EEA/Swiss
countries, admitted to DTU programs. Awarded on merit, and applied
for during the admission process
- Typical Amount:
- Tuition fee waiver: Approximately DKK 111,560/year
(~€15,000) .
- Living grant: Often aligns with Danish state support
(~DKK 6,000–7,000/month) .
2.
DTU Tuition Fee Waivers & Graduate Scholarships
- Eligibility:
Non‑EU/EEA Master’s applicants with excellent academic records, to be
selected during admission through DTU’s online portal
- Typical Package:
- Full tuition waiver (~DKK 111,560/year)
- Modest annual stipend (~DKK 37,200/year) sometimes
included
3.
Research Assistantships
- Open to:
Master’s students employed in research projects.
- Funding:
Part-time employment; typical annual stipend ~DKK 37,200 .
4.
External/National Scholarships (Country-Specific)
DTU partners with home-country
scholarship bodies; examples include:
- LPDP (Indonesia)
- COLFUTURO (Colombia)
– up to USD 50,000 loan/grant
- R.D. Sethna Fund (India)
- Bolashak (Kazakhstan)
- CONAPE (Costa Rica)
- Mexico’s FIDERH, FUNED, Fundación Beca
- TEV-Garring Foundation (Turkey)
- Fulbright (USA)
for full-degree Master’s programs (allows tuition exemption, stipend
varies)
5.
Erasmus Mundus / Nordplus / Cultural Agreements
- For those in Erasmus Mundus joint programs,
grants cover:
- Full tuition fees
- Monthly stipends
- Travel costs
- Limited Mobility grants via Nordplus may be
available for Nordic/Baltic students
6.
SU Grant for EU/EEA Students
- DTU does not charge tuition to EU/EEA/Swiss
citizens.
- Eligible students (incl. EU international MSc
candidates) can apply for SU, the Danish living allowance:
- DKK 6,300–7,000/month (€840–930), provided they work
10–12 hrs/week, capped on income
Eligibility & Application
Insights
- Non‑EU Master’s applicants: Automatically considered for DTU’s and government
scholarships no separate application, but strong academic merit is
essential
- If you receive an admission offer, check and tick
the scholarship waiver box in your application.
- Research Assistantships require alignment with projects and faculty; suitable
for STEM field students.
- External scholarships
require a DTU admission letter; apply separately to the relevant
home-country agency.
- Erasmus Mundus / Nordplus applications must go through program consortium or via
home institution.
- EU/EEA citizens
get the SU grant but only by working part-time (10–12 hrs/week) and
managing income caps.
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Eligibility criteria
Undergraduate
Admission Eligibility – DTU (BEng/BSc Programs)
1.
Completed Upper Secondary Education
You must have completed an upper
secondary/high school education that is equivalent to the Danish upper
secondary school leaving certificate (STX).
Examples of accepted qualifications:
- India:
Higher Secondary Certificate (Class 12) with appropriate subject
combinations
- UK:
A-levels with relevant subjects
- USA:
High School Diploma + AP courses (or equivalent)
- IB:
Full diploma (with Math, Science subjects for engineering)
2.
Subject-Specific Requirements
Admission requires specific
subjects at a required level. For most BEng programs, the following
subjects are required:
|
Subject |
Minimum
Danish Level Required |
|
Mathematics |
Level A (Advanced) |
|
Physics |
Level B (Intermediate) |
|
Chemistry |
Level C (Basic) |
|
English |
Level B (Intermediate) |
Note: You must document that your
secondary education includes these subjects at a similar depth and duration as
the Danish levels (A = 3 years, B = 2 years, C = 1 year).
3.
Grade Point Average (GPA)
- No fixed GPA cutoff, but a strong academic performance
in relevant subjects (especially Math and Physics) is essential.
- Grades are converted to the Danish 7-point grading
scale for assessment.
- For competitive programs, higher grades increase your
chances of admission.
4.
English Language Proficiency
Required for international
applicants applying to English-taught BEng programs.
Accepted Tests:
|
Test |
Minimum
Required Score |
|
IELTS Academic |
6.5 overall |
|
TOEFL iBT |
88 |
|
Cambridge Advanced |
C1 (180+) |
|
English B (Danish Level) |
From Danish school |
If your secondary education was
taught entirely in English, you may be exempt but documentation is required.
5.
Danish Language Proficiency (Only for Danish-taught programs)
Most undergraduate programs at DTU
are taught in Danish. For these, you must pass:
- Studieprøven i dansk som andetsprog (official Danish test), or
- Danish A-level
from a recognized school
6.
Application Documents
You must submit:
- Final upper secondary school diploma and transcripts
- Documentation of required subject levels and hours
- English (or Danish) language test results
- Copy of passport or national ID
- Any additional documentation requested by DTU
Graduate
(MSc) Admission Eligibility – DTU
DTU offers a wide range of
English-taught 2-year MSc programs in engineering and applied sciences.
To be eligible, you must meet the following criteria:
1.
Relevant Bachelor’s Degree
- You must hold a Bachelor’s degree (BSc or BEng)
in engineering or a closely related technical/scientific field.
- The degree must be equivalent to a Danish 3-year
bachelor’s degree (180 ECTS credits minimum).
- Your academic background must closely match the MSc
program you're applying for.
2.
Academic Relevance
You must have passed key subjects
(depending on program), such as:
- Mathematics (at least 20–25 ECTS)
- Physics
- Programming (for IT-related MScs)
- Thermodynamics, Mechanics, or Fluid Dynamics (for engineering
MScs)
Each MSc program has a detailed
description of required courses and competencies. If your bachelor’s degree is
only partially relevant, you may be rejected or asked to take supplementary
courses.
3.
Grade Point Average (GPA)
- DTU does not specify a minimum GPA, but most
successful applicants have a strong academic performance,
especially in technical subjects.
- Grades are converted to the Danish 7-point scale.
- Highly competitive programs may require an above-average
GPA to secure admission.
4.
English Language Proficiency
All MSc programs at DTU are taught
in English. Proof of English proficiency is required unless:
- You have completed your bachelor's in a country where
English is the native language (e.g., USA, UK, Australia), or
- Your entire bachelor's program was taught in English
(documented by your institution).
Accepted Tests and Scores:
|
Test |
Minimum
Required Score |
|
IELTS Academic |
6.5 overall |
|
TOEFL iBT |
88 |
|
Cambridge C1 Advanced |
180 |
|
Cambridge C2 Proficiency |
200 |
TOEFL MyBest scores and IELTS
Indicator are not accepted.
5.
Required Documents
You must submit the following:
- Bachelor’s degree diploma and complete transcripts
- English language test results (unless exempt)
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Statement of purpose / Motivation letter
- Copy of passport or national ID
- (Optional but recommended) Letters of recommendation
6.
Tuition Fees & Scholarships
|
Student
Type |
Tuition
Fees |
Scholarships
Available |
|
EU/EEA/Swiss Citizens |
Free |
SU grant (if working part-time) |
|
Non-EU/EEA Citizens |
DKK (€15,000) |
Danish Govt. scholarships, DTU
waivers |
Tuition-paying students are
automatically considered for DTU scholarships and Danish government awards
during admission.
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Undergraduate
Scholarships available here:
Native
Students (Danish/EU/EEA/Swiss)
- No tuition fees
for EU/EEA/Swiss students at all public Danish universities including DTU since
higher education is state-funded
- SU standard grants:
Eligible Danish/EU citizens may apply for the Danish State Educational
Grant (SU), offering around DKK 6,300/month (~€840), subject to
part-time work requirements
- Regensen housing scholarships: Highly select students (both Danish and
international) may be awarded free housing plus a modest stipend through Regensen
a historic residential college associated with DTU and the University of
Copenhagen
2.
International Students (Non‑EU/EEA/Swiss)
- Tuition applies
to non‑EU/EEA students—no undergraduate tuition is waived automatically.
- DTU does not offer specific general undergraduate
scholarships for international (non‑EU) students.
3.
Private Scholarships & Foundations
Although limited, undergraduate
students may access certain departmental or foundation‑level awards,
such as:
- Haderslev Katedralskoles studenterlegater
- Hans Juul-Bidstrup og Jytte Cartwrights mindefond
- Henry og Mary Skovs Fond
- Hjørring Gymnasiums Fonde
These are open to BEng/BSc students
in relevant programs. Award amounts vary, often modest, and depend on
specific nomination rounds
Eligibility
& Tips
- EU/EEA/Swiss:
Automatic tuition exemption; SU available to those who meet part-time work
conditions.
- Non‑EU undergraduates:
Must cover tuition; DTU does not offer fee waivers at bachelor’s
level.
- Foundation awards:
Require separate applications; check DTU scholarship portal or inquire at
your department.
- Regensen:
Extremely competitive; includes both Danish and international students apply
early and meet academic excellence standards.
- External funding:
International undergrads should look into home-country scholarships or
external bodies (e.g., Erasmus+ exchange, Erasmus Mundus, external
grants).
Graduate Scholarships available here:
Danish
Government Scholarships (Non‑EU/EEA/Swiss)
- Coverage:
Full or partial tuition waiver plus living stipend.
- Eligibility:
Open to highly qualified Master’s students from non‑EU/EEA/Swiss
countries, admitted to DTU programs. Awarded on merit, and applied
for during the admission process
- Typical Amount:
- Tuition fee waiver: Approximately DKK 111,560/year
(~€15,000) .
- Living grant: Often aligns with Danish state support
(~DKK 6,000–7,000/month) .
2.
DTU Tuition Fee Waivers & Graduate Scholarships
- Eligibility:
Non‑EU/EEA Master’s applicants with excellent academic records, to be
selected during admission through DTU’s online portal
- Typical Package:
- Full tuition waiver (~DKK 111,560/year)
- Modest annual stipend (~DKK 37,200/year) sometimes
included
3.
Research Assistantships
- Open to:
Master’s students employed in research projects.
- Funding:
Part-time employment; typical annual stipend ~DKK 37,200 .
4.
External/National Scholarships (Country-Specific)
DTU partners with home-country
scholarship bodies; examples include:
- LPDP (Indonesia)
- COLFUTURO (Colombia)
– up to USD 50,000 loan/grant
- R.D. Sethna Fund (India)
- Bolashak (Kazakhstan)
- CONAPE (Costa Rica)
- Mexico’s FIDERH, FUNED, Fundación Beca
- TEV-Garring Foundation (Turkey)
- Fulbright (USA)
for full-degree Master’s programs (allows tuition exemption, stipend
varies)
5.
Erasmus Mundus / Nordplus / Cultural Agreements
- For those in Erasmus Mundus joint programs,
grants cover:
- Full tuition fees
- Monthly stipends
- Travel costs
- Limited Mobility grants via Nordplus may be
available for Nordic/Baltic students
6.
SU Grant for EU/EEA Students
- DTU does not charge tuition to EU/EEA/Swiss
citizens.
- Eligible students (incl. EU international MSc
candidates) can apply for SU, the Danish living allowance:
- DKK 6,300–7,000/month (€840–930), provided they work
10–12 hrs/week, capped on income
Eligibility & Application
Insights
- Non‑EU Master’s applicants: Automatically considered for DTU’s and government
scholarships no separate application, but strong academic merit is
essential
- If you receive an admission offer, check and tick
the scholarship waiver box in your application.
- Research Assistantships require alignment with projects and faculty; suitable
for STEM field students.
- External scholarships
require a DTU admission letter; apply separately to the relevant
home-country agency.
- Erasmus Mundus / Nordplus applications must go through program consortium or via
home institution.
- EU/EEA citizens
get the SU grant but only by working part-time (10–12 hrs/week) and
managing income caps.
No results found
Undergraduate
Admission Eligibility – DTU (BEng/BSc Programs)
1.
Completed Upper Secondary Education
You must have completed an upper
secondary/high school education that is equivalent to the Danish upper
secondary school leaving certificate (STX).
Examples of accepted qualifications:
- India:
Higher Secondary Certificate (Class 12) with appropriate subject
combinations
- UK:
A-levels with relevant subjects
- USA:
High School Diploma + AP courses (or equivalent)
- IB:
Full diploma (with Math, Science subjects for engineering)
2.
Subject-Specific Requirements
Admission requires specific
subjects at a required level. For most BEng programs, the following
subjects are required:
|
Subject |
Minimum
Danish Level Required |
|
Mathematics |
Level A (Advanced) |
|
Physics |
Level B (Intermediate) |
|
Chemistry |
Level C (Basic) |
|
English |
Level B (Intermediate) |
Note: You must document that your
secondary education includes these subjects at a similar depth and duration as
the Danish levels (A = 3 years, B = 2 years, C = 1 year).
3.
Grade Point Average (GPA)
- No fixed GPA cutoff, but a strong academic performance
in relevant subjects (especially Math and Physics) is essential.
- Grades are converted to the Danish 7-point grading
scale for assessment.
- For competitive programs, higher grades increase your
chances of admission.
4.
English Language Proficiency
Required for international
applicants applying to English-taught BEng programs.
Accepted Tests:
|
Test |
Minimum
Required Score |
|
IELTS Academic |
6.5 overall |
|
TOEFL iBT |
88 |
|
Cambridge Advanced |
C1 (180+) |
|
English B (Danish Level) |
From Danish school |
If your secondary education was
taught entirely in English, you may be exempt but documentation is required.
5.
Danish Language Proficiency (Only for Danish-taught programs)
Most undergraduate programs at DTU
are taught in Danish. For these, you must pass:
- Studieprøven i dansk som andetsprog (official Danish test), or
- Danish A-level
from a recognized school
6.
Application Documents
You must submit:
- Final upper secondary school diploma and transcripts
- Documentation of required subject levels and hours
- English (or Danish) language test results
- Copy of passport or national ID
- Any additional documentation requested by DTU
Graduate
(MSc) Admission Eligibility – DTU
DTU offers a wide range of
English-taught 2-year MSc programs in engineering and applied sciences.
To be eligible, you must meet the following criteria:
1.
Relevant Bachelor’s Degree
- You must hold a Bachelor’s degree (BSc or BEng)
in engineering or a closely related technical/scientific field.
- The degree must be equivalent to a Danish 3-year
bachelor’s degree (180 ECTS credits minimum).
- Your academic background must closely match the MSc
program you're applying for.
2.
Academic Relevance
You must have passed key subjects
(depending on program), such as:
- Mathematics (at least 20–25 ECTS)
- Physics
- Programming (for IT-related MScs)
- Thermodynamics, Mechanics, or Fluid Dynamics (for engineering
MScs)
Each MSc program has a detailed
description of required courses and competencies. If your bachelor’s degree is
only partially relevant, you may be rejected or asked to take supplementary
courses.
3.
Grade Point Average (GPA)
- DTU does not specify a minimum GPA, but most
successful applicants have a strong academic performance,
especially in technical subjects.
- Grades are converted to the Danish 7-point scale.
- Highly competitive programs may require an above-average
GPA to secure admission.
4.
English Language Proficiency
All MSc programs at DTU are taught
in English. Proof of English proficiency is required unless:
- You have completed your bachelor's in a country where
English is the native language (e.g., USA, UK, Australia), or
- Your entire bachelor's program was taught in English
(documented by your institution).
Accepted Tests and Scores:
|
Test |
Minimum
Required Score |
|
IELTS Academic |
6.5 overall |
|
TOEFL iBT |
88 |
|
Cambridge C1 Advanced |
180 |
|
Cambridge C2 Proficiency |
200 |
TOEFL MyBest scores and IELTS
Indicator are not accepted.
5.
Required Documents
You must submit the following:
- Bachelor’s degree diploma and complete transcripts
- English language test results (unless exempt)
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Statement of purpose / Motivation letter
- Copy of passport or national ID
- (Optional but recommended) Letters of recommendation
6.
Tuition Fees & Scholarships
|
Student
Type |
Tuition
Fees |
Scholarships
Available |
|
EU/EEA/Swiss Citizens |
Free |
SU grant (if working part-time) |
|
Non-EU/EEA Citizens |
DKK (€15,000) |
Danish Govt. scholarships, DTU
waivers |
Tuition-paying students are
automatically considered for DTU scholarships and Danish government awards
during admission.