Bangladesh Ranks 3rd Globally as 159 Students Win Erasmus Mundus Scholarships 2025-26
Dhaka, 14 August 2025 — Bangladesh has achieved a remarkable milestone in higher education as 159 Bangladeshi students have been awarded prestigious Erasmus Mundus scholarships for the 2025–26 academic year, ranking the country third in the world among scholarship recipients.
Of these, 109 students secured fully funded scholarships for the two-year Joint Masters Program in leading European universities. This accomplishment reflects the growing global recognition of Bangladeshi students’ academic excellence, talent, and competitiveness.
The announcement came during a reception organized by the European Union Delegation to Bangladesh at a hotel in Gulshan, Dhaka. UGC Chairman Prof. Dr. S. M. A. Faiz attended as chief guest, while EU Ambassador Michael Miller was present as special guest. Representatives from France, Germany, Sweden, Italy, Denmark, Erasmus alumni and UGC officials also attended.
UGC Chairman Applauds Students’ Success
Prof. Faiz congratulated the scholarship recipients, calling their achievement a matter of national pride.
“This is not just a personal achievement for each student, but a great honor for Bangladesh,” he said. “It proves our students’ talent, determination, and ability to excel in global competition.”
EU Ambassador Highlights Opportunities
Ambassador Miller praised the Erasmus Plus program as a powerful platform for enhancing skills and boosting employability. He expressed optimism that these scholarships would further strengthen EU–Bangladesh relations.
UGC’s Active Role in Expanding Opportunities
Earlier this year, the UGC Chairman urged the EU to increase opportunities for Bangladeshi students in scholarships, joint research, and higher education. The UGC’s International Collaboration Department has also implemented effective strategies to boost participation in the Erasmus Mundus program.
About Erasmus Mundus
Launched in 1987, the Erasmus Mundus Scholarship is one of Europe’s most prestigious higher education initiatives. It allows students from around the world to pursue master’s and joint master’s degrees at top European universities.
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