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Norwegian University of Science and Technology Master’s Degree Scholarships for International Students
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The Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU) shall grant master’s degree scholarships for international students. Under the scheme, recipients shall receive free tuition for any graduate degree program offered within the institution.
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**Application deadline:** December 1, 2021
### Table of contents
- [Benefits of the NTNU Master’s Degree Scholarships](https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/norwegian-university-of-science-and-technology-masters-degree-scholarships-for-international-students/#h-benefits-of-the-ntnu-master-s-degree-scholarships)
- [Eligibility Criteria for International Students](https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/norwegian-university-of-science-and-technology-masters-degree-scholarships-for-international-students/#h-eligibility-criteria-for-international-students)
- [Required DocumentsTranscripts of bachelor’s/undergraduate diplomas:](https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/norwegian-university-of-science-and-technology-masters-degree-scholarships-for-international-students/#h-required-documentstranscripts-of-bachelor-s-undergraduate-diplomas)
- [How to Apply](https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/norwegian-university-of-science-and-technology-masters-degree-scholarships-for-international-students/#h-how-to-apply)
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## Benefits of the NTNU Master’s Degree Scholarships
Suitably qualified and outstanding international students are eligible to receive the Norwegian University of Science and Technology master’s degree scholarships. All viable programs have a duration of two years, of which NTNU will charge no tuition fees for scholars. Moreover, the program’s subjects shall be taught in English.
## Eligibility Criteria for International Students
Prior to applying for an NTNU master’s scholarship, please make sure to tick off the following requirements:
1. A first degree (a bachelor’s degree) in a relevant field
- To be admitted to the program of study, applicants must have a relevant bachelor’s degree with a grade point average of at least C.
- See the study program of your choice for [specific academic requirements](https://www.ntnu.edu/studies/imp/admissions)
- The first degree must have been completed by the start of the semester at NTNU in August
2. [English proficiency](https://www.ntnu.edu/studies/langcourses/languagerequirements#EnglishInternationalMaster)
3. Excellent academic performance: A minimum requirement for admission to all programs is the grade C or better on [the ECTS scale](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/ECTS_grading_scale). Note that admission is highly competitive.
4. NTNU converts GPAs for education from other countries than Norway, and applicants are ranked based on this assessment. We do not have the capacity to assess your grade average before you apply, and requests to do so will not be obliged.
## Required Documents Transcripts of bachelor’s/undergraduate diplomas:
4. Applicants with degrees from Cameroon, Canada, Ethiopia, Eritrea, Ghana, Nigeria, the Philippines, Sudan, Uganda and the USA must send their bachelor’s transcripts as hard copies directly from the relevant college/university, in addition to uploading them online.
To send hard copies to NTNU, please use the following address:
“Your application number”
International Master’s Programmes
O. S. Bragstads plass 3
NO-7491 Trondheim
Norway
Students who are admitted must bring all the original documents with them to NTNU. Students failing to present all relevant original documents upon request may be denied admission or later told to leave the university.
## How to Apply
To start your application process, please go to the [NTNU application portal](https://fsweb.no/soknadsweb/login.jsf?inst=ntnu) and fill in the necessary data required. If you want a detailed step-by-step procedure, please consider the following tips:
01. Go to the **[application portal Søknadsweb](https://fsweb.no/soknadsweb/login.jsf?inst=ntnu).**
02. Select language in the top right-hand corner where it says “Norsk bokmål”.
03. Click on “International Applicant”.
04. Click on “Register new international applicant”.
05. Answer the question regarding your English qualifications.
06. Answer the question regarding residence permit in Norway.
07. Answer the question concerning funding.
08. You have now reached the application form. Please register as an applicant, and you will receive your password by e-mail.
09. Log on to Søknadsweb with your e-mail address and password, and fill in the application details.
10. If you are applying to one of NTNUs scholarship programs, please state this in the “other information” box.
11. As the final step of the application process, you will be asked to submit the required documentation. Upload all the required documents and make sure they have the correct format (.pdf).
12. Please note that there is no “submit”-button.
13. You can change your application as many times as you like up until the deadline.
For further information, please head over to the [NTNU website.](https://www.ntnu.edu/studies/imp/admissions)
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Eligibility criteria
Always cross-check eligibility against the sponsor's official site before applying — sponsor rules can change between intakes.
- Citizen or permanent resident of an eligible African country
- Currently applying to or enrolled at the Masters level
- Strong academic record — typically a minimum GPA equivalent to a UK 2:1 / US 3.3
- English-language proficiency demonstrated by IELTS, TOEFL or an MOI letter
- Two academic or professional references able to speak to your potential
Required documents
A planning baseline drawn from how 90%+ of African scholarship sponsors structure their checklist. The sponsor's portal is the source of truth for any single application.
- Valid international passport (bio page scan)
- Most recent academic transcripts (sealed or e-verified copies)
- Curriculum vitae / résumé (1–2 pages, reverse-chronological)
- Personal statement or motivation letter (500–1,000 words, tailored to the sponsor)
- Two to three reference letters (academic for students, professional for working applicants)
- Proof of English proficiency (IELTS, TOEFL or Duolingo) — Medium-of-Instruction letter may substitute for Anglophone-Africa graduates
- Passport-sized photograph meeting ICAO biometric standards
- Research proposal or statement of purpose (500–2,000 words for PhD)
- Published or unpublished writing sample (PhD and research-led Masters)
- Country-of-origin proof (national ID or birth certificate) — required by many Africa-focused funders
Deadline timeline
The sponsor has not published a fixed deadline yet. Use the milestones below as a generic 12-month plan; substitute dates once the intake window opens.
- 12 months out
Register for tests (IELTS/TOEFL/SAT/GRE), shortlist 3–5 universities, identify referees.
- 6 months out
Sit your tests, draft a personal statement, request transcripts and confirm reference letters.
- 3 months out
Finalise essays, upload supporting documents, complete the online application portal.
- 1 month out
Final review, double-check uploaded files, submit a week before the deadline to avoid portal issues.
- Application deadline
Submit by 23:59 in the sponsor's stated time zone — usually local to the sponsor, not your country.
Frequently asked questions
Who can apply for the Norwegian University of Science and Technology Master’s Degree Scholarships for International Students?+
Applicants must be eligible African nationals applying at the Masters level, meet the academic and English-language requirements set by Various, and be able to relocate to the host country for the duration of the programme.
Is the Norwegian University of Science and Technology Master’s Degree Scholarships for International Students fully funded?+
Funding model: Funding type varies — check the official site. Where listed as fully funded, the award typically covers tuition, monthly stipend, health insurance and round-trip airfare. Always confirm the latest funding breakdown on the sponsor's official page.
When is the application deadline?+
The application deadline is varies by intake — see the official site. Submit at least one week early — sponsor portals frequently slow or fail in the final 24 hours, and late submissions are not accepted under any circumstances.
What documents do I need to apply?+
At minimum: passport bio page, academic transcripts, CV, personal statement, two to three references, and an English-language test score (IELTS, TOEFL or Duolingo). Research-led Masters and PhD applications also require a research proposal and a writing sample.
How can I improve my chance of winning?+
Apply early, tailor every essay to the specific sponsor (do not recycle a generic statement), secure at least one reference who knows your work in detail, and apply to two or three additional scholarships in parallel — never rely on a single application.