Scholarship Announcement – KU Leuven | Germaine Cox Scholarship 2026–2027 (Partial Tuition Fee Waiver)

Scholarship Announcement – KU Leuven | Germaine Cox Scholarship 2026–2027 (Partial Tuition Fee Waiver)

About the University:
KU Leuven (Katholieke Universiteit Leuven) is one of Europe’s oldest and most prestigious research universities, founded in 1425 in Leuven, Belgium. Renowned for academic excellence, innovation, and international engagement, KU Leuven offers world-class programs in law, science, engineering, social sciences, and humanities. The university is committed to fostering diversity, sustainability, and global research collaboration.

Germaine Cox Scholarship 2026–2027 (Partial Tuition Fee Waiver)

Overview:
The Germaine Cox Scholarship is a partial tuition fee waiver offered by the Faculty of Law and Criminology at KU Leuven to outstanding international students enrolling in the Advanced Master of Laws (LL.M.) program. Named after Germaine Cox, the first woman to graduate from KU Leuven’s Faculty of Law, the scholarship honors her legacy of determination and academic excellence.

Benefits:

• Partial tuition fee waiver: Tuition after waiver €5,613.10 (original fee €9,493.90)

• Duration: 1 academic year

• Number of scholarships: Up to 15 per year

• Designed for talented law students from developing and emerging countries, easing financial burdens to focus on legal education and research

Eligible Nationalities:
Applicants must hold citizenship from countries listed under the OECD-DAC ODA recipient list, including:

• Africa: Nigeria, Kenya, Egypt, South Africa, Ghana, Morocco, Tunisia, Ethiopia, and more

• Asia: Pakistan, India, Bangladesh, Indonesia, Malaysia, China, Philippines, Sri Lanka, and more

• Europe: Albania, Ukraine, Serbia, North Macedonia, Bosnia & Herzegovina, and more

• South America: Brazil, Colombia, Peru, Argentina, and more

• Central America & Caribbean: Jamaica, Mexico, Haiti, Dominican Republic, and more

• Oceania: Fiji, Samoa, Papua New Guinea, Vanuatu, and more

Eligibility Criteria:

• Hold a law degree that qualifies for legal practice in the country of study

• Strong academic record with excellent GPA

• Proof of English proficiency: IELTS 7.0, TOEFL 100, or CAE C1

• Demonstrate financial need with verifiable documentation (bank statements, pay slips, or parental financial support)

Required Documents:

• Letter of motivation (academic goals, research interests, career aspirations)

• Three recommendation letters (two from former law professors)

• Academic transcripts and proof of English proficiency

Important Dates:

• Applications Open: 8 October 2025 (09:00 CET)

• Application Deadline: 15 May 2026 (23:55 CET)

• Recommended Deadline: Before 1 April 2026 for Round 1 consideration

Selection Criteria:

• Academic excellence (GPA, institution ranking)

• Verified financial need

• Motivation and career goals in law

• Quality of recommendation letters

Conclusion:
The Germaine Cox Scholarship 2026–2027 at KU Leuven provides a unique opportunity for international law students to pursue an advanced LL.M. degree at a top European university. This scholarship supports academic excellence, diversity, and global legal leadership.

Application Procedure:

1. Apply for the Advanced LL.M. Programme at KU Leuven.
   Apply for LL.M. here

2. Submit the Germaine Cox Scholarship application via the official registration form.
   Apply for Scholarship here