Applications are open for the Fully Funded Utrecht University Excellence Scholarships 2025 For International students to study in the Netherlands. Apply Below:
When is the Application Deadline:
The application deadline for the Fully Funded Utrecht University Excellence Scholarships 2025 For International students to study in the Netherlands is 1 February 23:59 CET.
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Tell Me About The Award:
The Utrecht Excellence Scholarship offers a number of highly talented prospective students the opportunity to pursue a degree in a selected number of fields at Utrecht University.
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Which Fields are Eligible?
The following fields are eligible:
- Economics and Business Economics
- Global Sustainability Science
- Liberal Arts and Sciences at University College Utrecht (different procedures apply to UCU applicants, please see the University College Utrecht website)
- Philosophy, Politics and Economics (different procedures apply to PPE applicants, please see Philosophy, Politics and Economics websiteÂ
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Type:
Scholarship
Who can Apply?
Also, applicants are to meet the following criteria:
- not hold a Dutch or EU/EEA passport and not be eligible for support under the Dutch study grant and loan system.
- possess a non-Dutch secondary school certificate.
- have been admitted to the bachelor’s programme in Economics and Business Economics, Philosophy, Politics and Economics, Global Sustainability Science or to University College Utrecht.
- hold a relevant secondary school qualification certificate (for a bachelor’s programme) or equivalent.
- be able to comply with the conditions that must be met to obtain a Dutch visa.
Please meet one or more of these criteria automatically to ensure the student is eligible for this scholarship.
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How are Applicants Selected?
Eligible candidates will be selected for a scholarship based on the following criteria:
- Their academic excellence and promise in the proposed field of study.
- Their academic quality and results of their previous education, as evidenced by grades and test scores etc.
- The quality of the application itself (completeness, accuracy, consistency).
Which Countries Are Eligible?
All countries
Where will the Award be Taken?
Netherlands
How Many Awards?
9
What is the Benefit of the Award?
Additionally, the scholarship benefits include:
- Selected students will receive a scholarship between €5,000 and €17,000 per year, which can help offset tuition and living costs.
- The scholarship provides financial support to aid in funding studies, reducing the burden on students.
- It can contribute to fulfilling the financial requirements needed for international students to obtain a residence permit in the Netherlands.
- Receiving a scholarship can also enhance a student’s academic and professional profile.
How Long Will the Award Last?
3 years
How to Apply:
- Non-EU/EEA students who have submitted an application for a UES-eligible bachelor’s program before the deadline can apply for one Utrecht Excellence Scholarship starting from 1 November 2024.
- UES application(s) will be visible in the applicant’s OSIRIS Online Application dashboard.
- Applicants should click “view/edit” for the UES application linked to their program, upload the required personal statement form, answer the questions, and submit the application.
- Selected candidates will be notified of their scholarship award by May at the latest.
- Students starting their program in February are not eligible for the Utrecht Excellence Scholarships.
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