Mundus MAPP Scholarship (CEU European universities)

Job Description

Opportunity Description

Mundus MAPP; Applications are now open for the 2026–2028 cohort of the Erasmus Mundus Master’s Program in Public Policy (Mundus MAPP). This elite, fully funded, two-year joint master’s degree is offered by a consortium of four prestigious European universities: Central European University (CEU, Austria), International Institute of Social Studies (ISS, The Netherlands), Institute Barcelona studies Internationals (IBEI, Spain), and the University of York (UK).

Short Details:

Scholarship Benefits

• Full tuition waiver for Erasmus Mundus (EMJM) scholarship recipients.
• Monthly stipend of €1,400 for 24 months (maximum total: approx. €33,600) to support living, visa, travel, and installation costs.
• Health insurance for the full duration of the study period, plus two weeks before and two months after.
• Additional support available for students with individual needs (e.g., disability).
• Institutional scholarships: 50% tuition waiver (one per track), though these do not include a stipend.
• Not covered by EMJM: study visit (approx. €600–€1,000), winter school (approx. €600–€1,000), and travel/visa between host countries and home country.

Eligibility Criteria

To apply for Mundus MAPP, candidates must meet the following:

1. Educational Background
   • A bachelor’s degree (typically at least three years of undergraduate study) is required.
   • For the CEU tracks (CEU–IBEI or CEU–York): relevant fields include social sciences, political science, international relations, economics, administration, or related disciplines.
   • In certain cases, other backgrounds may be accepted if combined with at least six months of professional or research experience.
2. Language Proficiency
   • English proficiency is required (typically proven via standard tests like TOEFL, IELTS, or equivalents).
3. Application to Tracks
   • Applicants must select exactly one mobility track in their application. The four options are: CEU–IBEI, CEU–York, ISS–IBEI, or ISS–York. (DML)
4. Merit-Based Selection
   • Scholarships are awarded on the basis of academic excellence and motivation.

Required Documents

When applying through the CEU Private University portal, candidates must submit:

• Completed online application form.
• Academic transcripts and bachelor’s degree certificate(s).
• Curriculum Vitae (CV) / résumé.
• Statement of Purpose / motivation letter.
• Two (or more) letters of recommendation.
• Proof of English language proficiency.
• Copy of valid passport or national ID.

Application Procedure

1. Go to the CEU application portal: All applications must be submitted via the CEU Private University systemю
2. Complete the online application form and upload all required documents listed above.
3. Indicate scholarship interest: In the application form, you can indicate whether you wish to be considered for the Erasmus Mundus (EMJM) scholarship
4. Pay application fee (if applicable): There is no CEU application fee unless you are applying also to other CEU programs.
5. Submit by relevant deadline:
   • December 10, 2025 — for those applying for financial aid / scholarships
   • April 15, 2026 — for non‑EU/EEA self-funded applicants
   • July 1, 2026 — for EU/EEA self-funded applicants
6. Decision and appeal:
   • First-round decisions (including EMJM scholarship offers) expected by April 14, 2026.
   • Deadline for appeals: April 20, 2026.
7. Final submission of academic records: All admitted students must submit official academic records by July 31, 2026.

Official Link

Visit the Mundus MAPP Official Website

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