Maastricht University Scholarship in Netherlands

Maastricht University in the Netherlands is offering 18 fully funded NL-High Potential Scholarships for talented international students who wish to pursue a master's degree in the 2027–2028 academic year.

The scholarship is designed for outstanding students from countries outside the EU/EEA, Switzerland and Suriname. It covers tuition fees, provides a monthly living allowance, and includes support for visa expenses and insurance.

What the Scholarship Covers:

• Full tuition fee waiver for an eligible master's programme.

• Monthly living allowance of €1,550.

• Total living allowance of €20,150 for a 13-month scholarship or €38,750 for a 25-month scholarship.

• Health and liability insurance (€700).

• Visa application costs.

• Pre-Academic Training costs.

• Costs of the first block of the International Student Ambassador Programme.

The scholarship lasts 13 months for a one-year master's programme or 25 months for a two-year programme.

Eligibility Requirements:

• Hold citizenship of a country outside the EU/EEA, Switzerland and Suriname.

• Not hold dual citizenship from an EU/EEA country or Switzerland.

• Be no older than 35 on September 1, 2027.

• Apply to an eligible full-time master's programme at Maastricht University.

• Have an excellent academic record, with a minimum GPA equivalent to 7.5 out of 10.

• Meet the admission requirements of the chosen master's programme.

• Have never completed or participated in a degree-seeking higher education programme in the Netherlands. Previous exchange studies are permitted.

• Meet the requirements for obtaining a Dutch entry visa and residence permit.

Preference is given to applicants who have not already obtained a master's degree.

Required Documents:

• Updated CV (maximum two A4 pages).

• Motivation letter using the university's template.

• Academic transcript showing the required GPA.

• Official explanation of the grading system.

• Personal statement explaining financial needs.

• Reference letter from a professor, lecturer or employer.

• Contact details of one referee.

How to Apply:

1. Apply to an eligible master's programme through Studielink and complete the admission application by December 10, 2026.

2. Receive a Maastricht University student ID.

3. Complete the online scholarship application form using your university account.

4. Upload all required documents and submit the scholarship application by February 1, 2027, at 23:59 CET.

5. Shortlisted candidates may be invited to an online interview.

Application Period: October 1, 2026 – February 1, 2027.

Master's Programme Application Deadline: December 10, 2026.

Study Start: Academic year 2027–2028.