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Introduction to Utrecht Excellence Scholarship
The Utrecht Excellence Scholarship (UES) is a highly selective programme for talented international students from outside the European Economic Area (EEA = the EU countries, Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway) who wish to study for a master’s degree at Utrecht University.
The funds for the program come from the Utrecht Excellence Scholarship Fund, established by Utrecht University, and contributions from Utrecht University alumni.
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for a Utrecht Excellence Scholarship, you must meet the following criteria:
- You must belong to the top 10% of your graduating class.
- You must not hold an EU/EEA passport and not be eligible for support under the Dutch study grant and loan system.
- You must have completed your secondary schooling and/or bachelor’s degree outside the Netherlands.
Program Amount to be Funded
The Utrecht Excellence Scholarship can be awarded as follows:
- The tuition fee, or
- The tuition fee plus the income required for a period of one year linked to a residence permit for study as determined by the IND (Immigration and Naturalisation Service).
The scholarship can be renewed for the second year of two-year master’s programmes.
Application Deadline
Prospective students who wish to be considered for the scholarship must apply before February 1st at 23:59 CET. The application portal will close at this time. Selection will only start after the deadline. We aim to publish the results by mid-April.
Selection Criteria
Eligible candidates will be selected for the program based on the following criteria:
- Academic quality and promise in the proposed field of study, as evidenced by your master’s application.
- Academic excellence, as evidenced by proof of belonging to the top 10% of your graduating class (class ranking certificate, GPA with grade distribution summary, statement/reference letter signed and stamped by your university).
- The quality and relevance of your motivation letter for the master’s programme (academic content, intercultural and communication skills, personal motivation).
- The quality of the application for the master’s programme itself (completeness, accuracy, consistency).
Program Benefits
The Utrecht Excellence scholarship can be awarded as follows:
- The tuition fee, or
- The tuition fee plus the income required for a period of one year linked to a residence permit for study as determined by the IND (Immigration and Naturalisation Service).
- The scholarship can be renewed for the second year of two-year master’s programmes.
How to Apply
Interested applicants are advised to read the full details about the program on the official announcement page before proceeding to the application page. Note that the Application Closing Date is February 1st 2024.
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