- Maastricht University (UM) offers a range of scholarships for international students
- The scholarships offer various funding options for Bachelor's, Master's, and Ph.D. programmes
- Here is a detailed step-by-step guide for the application process
Maastricht University (UM), one of the leading academic institutions in the Netherlands, offers a range of prestigious scholarships for international students.
These scholarships are designed to attract top talent worldwide, promote diversity, and allow deserving students to pursue higher education in Europe.
The 2025 Maastricht University Scholarships offer various funding options for Bachelor's, Master's, and Ph.D. programmes.
The Scholarship programme consists of the High Potential Scholarship (funded by the Maastricht University Scholarship Fund) and the NL Scholarship, financed by the Dutch Ministry of Education, Culture and Science in conjunction with Dutch universities and universities of applied sciences. It is aimed at international students outside the EU/EEA who wish to follow a full degree programme in the Netherlands.
This article provides an in-depth look at the available scholarships, eligibility criteria, application processes, and benefits.
Programme duration of Maastricht scholarship
1 year Master’s programme - 13 months
2 years Master’s programme - 25 months
Benefits of the Maastricht scholarship in Netherlands
- Candidates enrolled in the 13-month Master’s Program will be given living expenses of € 15,925.
- Candidates enrolled in the 25-month Master’s Program will be given living expenses of € 30,625.
- Candidates will be given health and liability insurance amounts of €700.
- Candidates will be facilitated with visa applications that cost €207.
- Candidates will be provided a tuition fee.
- The UM International Services Desk will cover pre-academic training costs.
Eligibility criteria
All candidates must meet the following requirements:
- Candidates must be nationals from any country outside the EU/EEA, Surinam, or Switzerland zones.
- Candidates must fulfil the requirements of getting an entry visa and residence permission for Holland.
- The candidate must meet the specific requirements of each Programme for which they have applied.
- The candidate must never participate in any Netherlands higher education Programme.
- Candidates who have completed exchange programs in Holland are encouraged to apply.
- Your age must not be above 35 years on September 1, 2025.
- You must have an excellent academic record.
Application process
Step 1: Register for a Programme
- Register for a participating master’s programme at Maastricht University (UM) via Studielink and receive your student ID.
- Once you have your student ID, complete the scholarship application.
- Make sure to meet all admission requirements before the scholarship deadline.
- You are responsible for any programme-specific handling fees due by February 1, 2025.
- Provide a GPA of 7.5 or higher and a document explaining your grading system.
Step 2: Log in with your UM account and complete the application form.
Submit required documents in .doc, .docx, or PDF format. These include:
- Curriculum Vitae (CV): Max 2 pages, including education and achievements.
- Motivation Letter: Use the provided template.
- Proof of academic excellence: Transcript and GPA of 7.5 or higher.
- Personal financial statement: Explain why you need the scholarship.
- Reference letter: From a professor or employer, no family members.
Deadline
Application deadline: February 1, 2025.
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