Erasmus Mundus MAPP Scholarships 2027 (Fully Funded)

Overview

Mundus MAPP is a two-year Erasmus Mundus Joint Master's in Public Policy funded by the Erasmus+ initiative of the European Union, with applications open for the 2027-2028 cohort. It is delivered by Central European University (CEU), the Institut Barcelona d'Estudis Internacionals (IBEI), the International Institute of Social Studies (ISS) in The Hague and the University of York. It prepares graduates for careers in government, international organizations, NGOs, think tanks, academia and the private sector. Students study at two of the consortium universities depending on their track: Global Public Policy (CEU and IBEI), European Public Policy (CEU and York), Political Economy and Development (ISS and IBEI), or Governance and Development (ISS and York).

What you get

Scholarship holders receive a monthly stipend of 1,400 euros for 24 months, up to 33,600 euros, plus a full tuition fee waiver, comprehensive health insurance and special support for students with disabilities. Institutional scholarships are also available, one per track, giving a 50% tuition waiver for both years without a stipend. Students pay some costs themselves: study visits of 600 to 1,000 euros in Year 1, a Winter School of 600 to 1,000 euros in Year 2, and travel and visa costs between consortium countries.

Who can apply

The programme is open to international and EU/EEA students, selected on academic excellence, motivation and potential. Applicants should have a strong Bachelor's or equivalent, preferably in social sciences, economics, law or related fields, meet English proficiency requirements through TOEFL, IELTS or equivalent, and show strong motivation for public policy research and practice.

How to apply

Applications are managed centrally by CEU through its portal. Applicants upload transcripts, a CV, a statement of purpose, proof of English proficiency and recommendation letters, and indicate interest in the Erasmus Mundus scholarship, with no separate form needed.

Key dates

Scholarship applicants and early self-funded applicants apply by December 1, 2026. Non-EU/EEA self-funded applicants apply by April 15, 2027, and EU/EEA self-funded applicants by July 1, 2027. Scholarship results are released by April 14, 2027, with appeals possible until April 20, 2027.