What the funding covers
- No consortium fees: self-funded non-European students pay €11,990 a year.
- No UK top-up fee for the second semester at Queen Mary (£20,050) or Exeter (£12,000).
- €1,400 a month for accommodation, travel and living costs.
What you will still pay
| Cost | Who pays |
|---|---|
| Fees (€11,990 a year for non-Europeans) | Waived for scholarship holders |
| UK top-up fee | Waived for scholarship holders |
| Living costs | €1,400 a month for scholarship holders |
Who can apply
- Applicants of any nationality. Neither of your two study countries can be your country of residence when you enrol.
- A degree of at least 240 ECTS (four years) in law or a law-related field, equivalent to a UK upper second (2:1).
- English at C1 (B2+ in exceptional cases). Only native speakers and graduates of the UK's majority English-speaking countries are exempt, which leaves out Ghana and Nigeria.
- The programme says that in practice only applicants with a First Class degree and C1 English have a realistic chance of a scholarship.
Which nationalities can apply
Every nationality can apply.
Documents you will need
- CV (Europass recommended)
- ID or passport
- Degree certificates
- Certified transcript with English translation
- Proof of English
- Statement of purpose
- Academic reference letter
How to apply
- Apply on the MIPDaL application portal. Applications for 2027–2028 opened on 1 October 2026.
- Upload a CV (Europass recommended), ID, degree certificates, a certified transcript with English translation, proof of English, a statement of purpose and an academic reference letter (a professional one if you left university at least three years ago).
- Scholarship applicants and early birds must submit everything by 15 January 2027. Other applicants have until 15 March 2027, with late applications from 15 April to 15 June 2027.
Before you apply: things to know
- Only 12 scholarships a year, so apply for other funding too.
- Self-funded students who accept pay a non-refundable first instalment of €700, with the rest due on 31 July.
- The application portal lists a later closing date for its scholarship campaign, but the programme's own pages say 15 January 2027. Use 15 January.
Common questions
When is the MIPDaL scholarship deadline?
15 January 2027 for scholarship applicants and early birds.
What degree do I need for MIPDaL?
At least 240 ECTS (four years) in law or a law-related field, equivalent to a UK 2:1.
How many MIPDaL scholarships are there?
Up to 12 a year, each paying €1,400 a month plus all fees.
A working timeline
Counting back from the next deadline (Jan 15, 2027). Steps marked NOW are already due if you start today.
Oct 23, 2026 · NOWResearch the route in depth: confirm eligibility, costs and every required document
Nov 6, 2026 · NOWAsk your referees (for a PhD, email potential supervisors with a short, specific pitch)
Nov 20, 2026Write the first full draft of your motivation letter or statement of purpose
Dec 4, 2026Order transcripts and certified translations · book any language test
Dec 18, 2026Second draft: get feedback from someone who reads critically
Jan 1, 2027Finalise every document and complete the online form
Jan 8, 2027Submit, but never on the last day
Jan 15, 2027Deadline