Maastricht University Scholarships (UM) in the Netherlands offers several scholarships for international students from outside the EU/EEA. These scholarships cover a variety of expenses, including tuition, accommodation, stipends, visa costs and more.
Here are the details about the Maastricht University Scholarships for 2024:
- Host Country: The Netherlands
- University Name: Maastricht University (UM)
- Degree Level: Bachelor’s and Master’s Degree
Maastricht University NL High Potential Scholarship: February 1, 2024
UM Brightlands Talent Scholarship: February 1, 2024
UM Academic Achievement Scholarship: May 1, 2024
UM Global Studies Scholarship: February 1, 2024
Scholarship Duration:
- 13 months for a one-year Master’s program
- 25 months of a year for a two-year Master’s degree programme
- 36 months for bachelor program
Scholarship Name:
The scholarships are funded by the Maastricht University Scholarship Fund and the Dutch Ministry of Education, Culture and Science.
Available Scholarships:
- Maastricht University NL High Potential Scholarship (24 scholarships):
- Covers living expenses.
- Medical and liability insurance
- Visa application costs
- tuition fee
- Expenditure on pre-academic training
UM Brightlands Talent Scholarship:
- Covers living expenses (€11,400 or €22,800, depending on the program)
- Medical and liability insurance (paid by the University)
- Visa application costs (€210)
- Tuition Fees (paid by the University)
- Pre-academic training expenses (by the University)
UM Academic Performance Scholarship:
Details are not provided but are available for participation in master’s programs.
- UM Global Studies Scholarship (For Graduates):
- Covers living expenses (€11,400 per academic year)
- Medical and liability insurance (paid by the University)
- Visa application costs (€210)
- Tuition fees (€13,000 per academic year)
- Pre-academic training expenses (by the University)
Participating degree programs:
To be eligible for each scholarship, you must apply for admission to a participating degree program at Maastricht University. Each scholarship is related to specific programs.
Eligibility Criteria:
To be eligible for these scholarships:
- You must have nationality in a country outside the EU/EEA.
- You must not hold dual citizenship of an EU/EEA country.
- Apply for admission to a participating degree program at Maastricht University for the 2024-25 academic year.
- full fill the admission requirements & details for the selected program.
- You should not be more than 35 years of age as on 1st September 2024.
Application Process:
- Register for one of the participating Master’s or Bachelor’s programs at Maastricht University.
- Once you have submitted or apply your request via Studielink, you will receive a student ID number for UM.
- Use your UM account to complete the scholarship application form, which can be found on the university’s website. You will need to
- provide several documents, including a resume, letter of motivation, proof of academic excellence, personal statement of financial
- need, and a letter of reference.
- The University will inform all candidates of their application status in April 2024. Pre-academic training will be held in August 2024.
Maastricht University (UM) offers several compelling reasons to consider it as a destination for higher education:
A personalized approach with problem-based learning: UM employs problem-based learning (PBL), an educational approach that encourages active participation and critical thinking. Students work in small tutoring groups where they actively participate in solving real-world problems. This approach promotes a more personalized and interactive learning environment. Tutors are easily accessible and usually know students by name, ensuring an accessible and supportive teaching environment.
Unique programs: UM offers a range of specific study programs that distinguish it from other universities in the Netherlands. Some of these unique programs include the Bachelor of European Public Health, Master of Forensic Science, Criminology and Law, and Master of Global Health. These specialized programs give students the opportunity to explore specialized topics not normally available at other institutions.
Please note that application deadlines may vary for each scholarship, so be sure to check the specific deadline for the scholarship you are interested in.
For more information and to apply, visit the Maastricht University Scholarship website.