TU Delft Fully Funded Master’s Scholarships 2026 in the Netherlands

Study in Europe with a Fully Funded Master’s Scholarship

Are you an ambitious student looking for a fully funded scholarship in Europe? The Delft University of Technology (TU Delft) in the Netherlands is now accepting applications for the Justus & Louise van Effen Excellence Scholarships 2026. These prestigious awards are designed for exceptional international students who wish to pursue a two-year Master of Science (MSc) degree at one of Europe’s top technical institutions.

Funded by the legacy of Justus and Louise van Effen, these scholarships aim to empower the next generation of engineers, designers, and innovators by removing financial barriers. The scholarship covers full tuition fees and offers a generous contribution toward living expenses, allowing scholars to focus entirely on their studies and research at TU Delft.

Quick Summary of the TU Delft Scholarship 2026

Fields:

• Aerospace Engineering
• Architecture, Urbanism, and Building Sciences
• Computer Science
• Design for Interaction
• Electrical Engineering
• Embedded Systems
• Environmental Engineering
• Integrated Product Design
• Management of Technology
• Strategic Product Design
• Sustainable Energy Technology

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Benefits:

TU Delft Scholarship covers the following:

• Full tuition fee
• Living expenses
• Candidates will have the chance to take part in educational activities.
• Scholarships will be provided based on merit.

Eligibility Criteria:

• Be an excellent international applicant who has been admitted (conditionally) to one of the two-year regular TU Delft MSc programs (not a Joint Education Program).
• Have a cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 80% or higher on a scale of 100.
• Have a bachelor’s degree from a university that is internationally renowned outside of the Netherlands.
• Complete your MSc application before the scholarship deadline.

Required Documents:

1. Completed MSc Application Form
   • Ensure you meet all admission requirements specified by TU Delft.
2. Scholarship Application Form
   • It must be uploaded along with the MSc application.
3. Two Reference Letters
   • Can be uploaded as one PDF document during the MSc application process.
   • Alternatively, you can request that referees submit their letters by clicking the ‘send invitation’ button in the application portal.
   • Both methods can be combined if needed.
   • Reference letters must be submitted by the scholarship deadline; late submissions will not be accepted.
4. English Language Certificate
   • Required for non-EU/EFTA students.
   • Must be included with the MSc application if applicable.

Important Note: All required documents for the scholarship must be submitted simultaneously with the MSc application. No additional documents can be uploaded after submission.

How to apply

Submit your MSc application (check the admission requirements)

1. Fill out and submit the Scholarship Application Form
2. Include two reference letters.
   • You can upload your reference letters as a single PDF document during your MSc application.
   • You can ask your referee for reference letters (s). Fill in the information for your referee/s and invite them by clicking the ‘send invitation button.’ The referee(s) will automatically receive an email inviting them to upload your reference.
   • You can combine the two procedures. For example, one upload and one referee request.
   • Reference letters will not be considered if you have already submitted your application.
   • After the Scholarship deadline, reference letters will not be accepted.
3. Submit the English language certification. Please remember that non-EU/EFTA students must submit an English test and their application (if required).

Scholarship Application Form

Apply Now to a Master’s Program

Note: All required documents for the scholarship must be submitted along with the MSc Application. Additional documents cannot be uploaded after submission.

For further information about the Master’s Degree Scholarship by Delft University of Technology, please refer to Delft University of Technology’s website.