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Utrecht University Excellence Scholarships

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Next deadline expected around Jan 31, 2027, based on the last confirmed round (closed January 31, 2026). Most scholarships open again at a similar time each year, but dates can change, so confirm on the official page before you apply.
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Utrecht University Excellence Scholarships: Are you interested in studying scholarships forNetherlands? Next, apply for the Utrecht Excellence Scholarships open to international students holding excellent academic records who wish pursue Postgraduate studies at their Netherlands' Utrecht University. It is awarded for the full duration of a degree course, whether one or two years depending on its course program.

Summary

  • Host Country: Netherlands
  • Host Institution(s): Utrecht University
  • Scholarship Worth: Tuition fees, 11,000 euro living expenses
  • Number of Awards: 20-25
  • Study level:  Masters
  • Eligible Nationality: International Students
  • Application Deadline:31 January

Eligibility Criteria

applicant for this scholarship must satisfy the following eligibility requirements:

  • You need to be among the top 10 % of your class upon graduation.
  • You cannot have an EU/EEA passport and must not be eligible for support under the Dutch study grant and loan system.
  • You need to have obtained your secondary school and/or bachelor's degree outside the Netherlands.
  • You would have applied to an international master's course starting on 1 September.

Selection Criteria

  • To have academic excellence and promise in the proposed field of study.
  • Proof of belonging to the top 10% in class, grades and test scores (such as GU-GRE), a writing sample; letters of recommendation from school or work place.
  • Motivation letter for the Master's program (academic content, intercultural and communication skills, personal motives).
  • The completeness, accuracy, and consistency of the application for the Master’s programme itself.

Required Documents

  • A letter of proof from your school or college verifying that you are in the top 10% of students.
  • Statements signed and stamped by your institution, reference letters, class ranking certificates, etc.

How to Apply

If you wish to apply for this scholarship, first submit an application (or applications) before the stated deadlines. Applications from non-EU/EEA students will be accepted from 1 November

  • The UES application will appear in your OSIRIS Online Application account dashboard.
  • For the UES linked (related process) to the program you want: click view/edit.
  • Submit the requested proof that you belong to the top 10 % of your class, answer a few simple questions and turn in your application.

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  1. Read the eligibility, benefits and required documents above.
  2. Prepare your documents — transcripts, CV, motivation letter and any tests required.
  3. Apply through the official website before the deadline.
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