Erasmus Mundus MAPP Scholarship is an EMJM award that provides a monthly unit contribution and tuition-fee waiver to outstanding applicants. The Mundus MAPP Scholarship supports students for the 24-month programme, assisting with travel, visa, installation and subsistence costs through a 1400 EUR/month contribution and full tuition waiver.
The Mundus MAPP Consortium, supported by the Erasmus+ action of the European Union, is composed of partner institutions (CEU, IBEI, ISS, York) and offers EMJM and Institutional Scholarships. The consortium also purchases health insurance for enrolled students and provides additional disability support where required.
Mundus MAPP Scholarship Benefits
- EMJM scholarship is calculated on the basis of a monthly unit cost of 1400 EUR/month which corresponds to a maximum scholarship amount of 33 600 Euros (24 months).
- The 1400 EUR monthly contribution assists students in covering travel, visa, installation and subsistence costs, and any other costs.
- EMJM scholarship recipients receive a full tuition-fee waiver.
- Additional financial support is available for students with individual needs depending on the level of disability/support needed.
- Institutional Scholarship: one per study track offering a 50% tuition fee waiver at Year 1 and Year 2 institutions (does not include a stipend).
- Health insurance – in accordance with the EACEA minimum requirements – for the duration of the studies (plus 2 weeks prior and 2 months after) is purchased by the Mundus MAPP Consortium for all enrolled students.
Mundus MAPP Scholarship Eligibility Criteria
- The Erasmus Mundus (EMJM) scholarship will be offered to outstanding applicants from both within and outside the EU.
- A limited number of EMJM scholarships are awarded to the highest-ranked applicants for the duration of the programme (24 months).
- An EMJM scholarship holder cannot benefit from another EU funded scholarship scheme to follow the same (or another) EMJM master course (for the entire period of enrollment in the course).
- Those who have already benefitted from the Erasmus Mundus Joint Masters Scholarship (EMJM) are not eligible to apply for additional EMJM scholarship.
Required Documents
- Completed online application form
- Academic transcripts and degree certificates
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Statement of Purpose
- Two letters of recommendation
- Proof of English proficiency (IELTS or TOEFL)
- Copy of passport or ID
How to Apply for Mundus MAPP Scholarship
- Applicants submitting their application by the scholarship application deadline on December 1, 2026 will be asked in the online portal to indicate their interest in a potential scholarship.
- Mundus MAPP applicants do not need to pay the CEU application fee unless they apply for other CEU programs.
- Since only a small number of the top candidates will be awarded a scholarship, applicants are strongly encouraged to seek external funding.
- Admitted students are eligible to apply for other scholarships administered by partner institutions or recommended external scholarships; see partner links for further information.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Here are the most frequently asked questions about the Mundus MAPP Scholarship. These answers cover eligibility, benefits, deadlines, and how to apply based on the official Mundus MAPP financial aid information.
What is the Mundus MAPP EMJM scholarship amount?
The EMJM scholarship is calculated on a monthly unit cost of 1400 EUR/month for the 24-month programme, corresponding to a maximum scholarship amount of 33,600 Euros. The monthly contribution assists with travel, visa, installation and subsistence and recipients also receive a full tuition-fee waiver.
Who is eligible for the EMJM scholarship?
The Erasmus Mundus (EMJM) scholarship is offered to outstanding applicants from both within and outside the EU. Scholarships are awarded to a limited number of the highest-ranked applicants for the 24-month programme. Specific selection is merit-based as indicated by the consortium.
Does the scholarship cover tuition and health insurance?
EMJM scholarship recipients receive a full tuition-fee waiver. Additionally, the Mundus MAPP Consortium purchases health insurance for all enrolled students in line with EACEA minimum requirements for the duration of studies, plus two weeks prior and two months after.
Are there any costs not covered by the EMJM scholarship?
Yes. The EMJM scholarship does NOT cover the Study Visit (approximately 600-1000 EUR), the Winter School (approximately 600-1000 EUR), and travel and visa costs between students’ home countries and the consortium countries, and when moving to Year 2 university. Students are responsible for these expenses.
Can I hold another EU-funded scholarship while on the EMJM scholarship?
No. An EMJM scholarship holder cannot benefit from another EU funded scholarship scheme to follow the same (or another) EMJM master course for the entire period of enrollment in the course. This is explicitly stated by the consortium.
What is the Institutional Scholarship offered by Mundus MAPP?
In addition to EMJM scholarships, the Mundus MAPP Consortium offers one Institutional Scholarship per study track. Recipients will be offered a 50% tuition fee waiver at Year 1 and Year 2 institutions. The Institutional Scholarship does not include a stipend.
When is the scholarship application deadline?
Mundus MAPP has three application deadlines. The scholarship application deadline for applicants who wish to apply for financial aid is 1 December 2026. Other deadlines include 15 April 2027 (non-EU/EEA non-financial-aid) and 1 July 2027 (EU/EEA non-financial-aid).
Do I need to pay the CEU application fee to apply?
Mundus MAPP applicants do not need to pay the CEU application fee unless they apply for other CEU programs. The financial-aid specific application process is handled through the Mundus MAPP online portal where you indicate interest in scholarships.
What support is available for students with disabilities?
The EMJM scholarship provides additional financial support for students with individual needs depending on the level of disability/support needed. The consortium indicates that extra support is available as required.
Can admitted students apply for other scholarships?
Yes. In addition to Mundus MAPP financial aid, admitted students are eligible to apply for other scholarships administered by some partner institutions or recommended external scholarships. The financial aid page provides links to partner-specific funding information.
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