The Utrecht Excellence Scholarship (UES) offers outstanding international students from non-EU/EEA countries the opportunity to pursue a Master’s degree at Utrecht University, one of the Netherlands’ top research universities.
This program is fully funded, covering tuition and living expenses for eligible candidates.
Scholarship Details
- Institution: Utrecht University, Netherlands
- Scholarship Type: Full or partial funding
- Level: Master’s programs
- Eligible Countries: Non-EU/EEA countries
- Fields: Select Master’s programs offered at Utrecht University
Scholarship Benefits
- Full or partial tuition fee coverage.
- Living expenses linked to the residence permit requirements set by the Dutch Immigration and Naturalisation Service (IND).
- Renewable for the second year of two-year Master’s programs.
Eligibility Criteria
To qualify for the Utrecht Excellence Scholarship, you must:
- Academic Excellence: Be in the top 10% of your graduating class.
- Citizenship: Hold citizenship outside the EU/EEA. Not be eligible for Dutch study grants or loans.
- Education History: Have completed secondary school or a bachelor’s degree outside the Netherlands.
- Program Application: Apply for a Master’s program starting September 1, 2025.
Eligible Courses
Scholarships are available for various fields, including:
- Arts and Culture
- Biomedical Science
- History and Philosophy
- Mathematics
- Psychology and Sociology
- Media and Music
- Linguistics and Social Sciences
Tuition Fees
- For international students, tuition fees range from €16,000 to €18,500 per year, with some programs costing up to €27,000 per year.
- Eligible UES recipients may have these fees fully covered.
Application Process
Apply for Admission:
- Submit an application for an eligible Master’s program at Utrecht University.
- Ensure you apply before the program’s deadline.
Scholarship Application:
- After submitting your program application, apply for the UES scholarship from November 1, 2024.
- Access the UES application via your OSIRIS Online Application
Upload Documentation:
- Provide proof of being in the top 10% of your class.
- Complete the required questions and submit the application through OSIRIS.
Key Dates
- Program Application Deadline: Program-specific deadlines (refer to the link below).
- Scholarship Application Opens: November 1, 2024.
- Scholarship Application Deadline: February 1, 2025.
Application Link
For more information and to apply, visit the official page:
Utrecht Excellence Scholarship
Final Thoughts
The Utrecht Excellence Scholarship is a prestigious opportunity for high-achieving international students to study at a leading Dutch university with financial support. Start your application early and ensure all required documents are submitted before the deadlines.
Application link: https://www.uu.nl/en/masters/general-information/application-and-admission
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