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Amsterdam Science Talent Scholarship (ASTS) for Non-Dutch EU/EUA Students in Netherlands

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Scholarship Summary

Scholarship Description

The University of Amsterdam is inviting applications for Fully-funded Science Talent funding for pursuing the master’s degree program. Non-Dutch talented students from the European Union / European Economic Area can apply. 

The Amsterdam Science Talent Scholarship (ASTS) offered by the Faculty of Science is aimed at non-Dutch talented students from the European Union / European Economic Area who choose to do a Science Master’s program.

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Scholarship Benefits

Scholarship of € 5,000 for one academic year with the possibility of extension for a second year (for two-year Master’s programs).

Scholarship Eligibility

Eligible Countries: Non-Dutch talented students from the European Union / European Economic Area can apply.

Entrance Requirements: Candidates for the ASTS are selected on the basis of their academic excellence and promise in the proposed field as evidenced by:

  • The candidate’s academic records. Students belonging to the top 10% of graduates from their class can apply. This means an overall grade point average equivalent to at least:
  • 3.5 (GPA American system)
  • 1st class honours/ upper division British system
  • 8+ (Dutch EC-system); the academic quality of the educational institute where the undergraduate (or graduate) program has been obtained;
  • At least two letters of reference from academic staff members;
  • The quality of the letter of motivation (maximum 500 words) in which the candidate explains the reasons for choosing the specific Master’s program (broader context, relevance for future career);
  • A description of extracurricular activities such as participation in student commissions, international experience, sports or music at a high level or volunteer work;
  • Proof of English proficiency (IELTS/TOEFL): TOEFL (internet-based) –  overall score of 100 (with a minimum score of 22 in each of the different components), IELTS (academic) – overall score of 7.0 (with at least 7.0 in each of the four components);
  • The quality of the application as a whole (completeness, accuracy, consistency).

 

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English proficiency (IELTS/TOEFL): TOEFL (internet-based) –  overall score of 100 (with a minimum score of 22 in each of the different components), IELTS (academic) – overall score of 7.0 (with at least 7.0 in each of the four components).