Netherlands Maastricht University Holland Scholarships 2027 provides fully funded master’s study opportunities at Maastricht University in the Netherlands, covering living expenses, insurance, visa and tuition for selected international students. The Maastricht Scholarship supports 1- and 2-year master’s degree programs and is aimed at high-potential applicants from outside the EU/EEA, Switzerland and Surinam.
Maastricht University (UM) is the host institution for the Maastricht Scholarship. UM was established in 1976, enrolls more than 19,000 students, and offers master’s programs across faculties including Health, Science and Engineering, Business and Economics, Psychology & Neuroscience, Arts & Social Sciences, and Law.
Maastricht University Holland Scholarships Benefits
- Scholarship coverage: Fully Funded
- Living expenses € 15,925* (13 months) or € 30,625* (25 months) Paid to students by the UM International Services Desk
- Health & liability insurance € 700* Arranged for and paid by the UM International Services Desk
- Visa application costs At cost Arranged for and paid by the UM International Services Desk
- Tuition fees At cost Arranged for and paid by the UM International Services Desk
- Pre-Academic Training costs At cost Arranged for and paid by the UM International Services Desk
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Maastricht University Holland Scholarships Eligibility Criteria
- International candidates from outside the EU/EEA, Switzerland, or Surinam and meet the requirements for obtaining a visa and residence permit for the Netherlands.
- Applicants must not have Dual Nationality from EU/EEA country.
- You have applied for admission to a full-time Master’s program at Maastricht University for the 2026 academic year.
- You have obtained excellent results during your prior education program.
- You are not older than 35 years of age on 1 September 2026.
Required Document
You need to upload following documents in .doc, .docx or PDF format in an Online Application Portal.
- Updated CV (Resume) maximum of 2 A4 pages having Education and Job Experience details.
- Motivation Letter maximum of 1 A4 page.
- Previous Degree Transcript
- Contact details of one of the Referee.
List of Study Programs
- Faculty of Health, Medicine and Life Sciences
- Faculty of Science and Engineering
- School of Business and Economics
- Faculty of Psychology & Neuroscience
- Faculty of Arts & Social Sciences
- Faculty of Law
How to Apply for Maastricht University Holland Scholarships
- Register for a master program via Studielink.nl
- Fill out the Application Form. You need to log in with your UM account
- Ask you referee to send a reference letter
Don’t miss this deadline
Applications close on Monday, 1 February 2027. We’ll email you 7, 3 and 1 days before.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Here are the most frequently asked questions about the Maastricht Scholarship. These answers cover eligibility, benefits, deadlines, and how to apply based on the official details.
What is the Maastricht Scholarship?
The Maastricht Scholarship is a fully funded award for international students to pursue a master’s degree at Maastricht University. It covers living expenses, health and liability insurance, visa application costs, tuition fees and pre-academic training costs for selected candidates as arranged and paid by the UM International Services Desk.
Who can apply for the Maastricht Scholarship?
Eligible applicants are international candidates from outside the EU/EEA, Switzerland, or Surinam who meet visa and residence permit requirements for the Netherlands. Applicants must not have dual nationality from an EU/EEA country and must have applied for a full-time master’s program at Maastricht University for the 2026 academic year.
What study levels are supported by this scholarship?
The scholarship supports Master’s degree programs at Maastricht University. It is aimed at students applying for full-time master’s programs across UM faculties including Health, Science and Engineering, Business and Economics, Psychology & Neuroscience, Arts & Social Sciences, and Law.
What does the scholarship cover?
The scholarship covers living expenses (€15,925 for 13 months or €30,625 for 25 months), health and liability insurance (€700), visa application costs, tuition fees, and pre-academic training costs. These items are arranged for and paid by the UM International Services Desk or paid at cost as specified.
What is the application deadline?
The application deadline for the Maastricht University Holland-High Potential Scholarship 2027 is 1 February 2027. Applicants should ensure they complete registration and application steps before this deadline to be considered.
Are there age restrictions for applicants?
Yes. Applicants must not be older than 35 years of age on 1 September 2026 to be eligible for the Maastricht Scholarship, according to the official eligibility criteria.
What documents are required to apply?
Required documents include an updated CV (maximum 2 A4 pages), a motivation letter (maximum 1 A4 page), previous degree transcripts, and contact details of one referee. These documents should be uploaded in .doc, .docx or PDF format to the online application portal.
How do I apply for the scholarship?
Applicants must register for a master program via Studielink.nl, fill out the application form by logging in with a UM account, and request that a referee send a reference letter. The application is submitted through the UM online application system.
Which nationalities are eligible?
All nationalities are eligible except candidates who hold EU/EEA, Swiss or Surinam nationality for the specific requirement; the scholarship targets international candidates from outside the EU/EEA, Switzerland, or Surinam who meet visa and residence permit requirements for the Netherlands.
What is the scholarship duration?
Scholarship duration corresponds to the master’s program length: for 1-year master’s programs the duration is 13 months; for 2-year master’s programs the duration is 25 months, with living expenses and other provisions adjusted accordingly.
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