Maastricht University Offers Fully Funded Scholarships for 2026–2027 Academic Year in the Netherlands

Start your academic journey in the Netherlands with the Maastricht University NL-High Potential Scholarship 2026-2027, a fully funded opportunity for international students seeking a master’s degree. This prestigious scholarship provides complete financial support, including tuition fee waivers, monthly stipends, health and liability insurance, and coverage for pre-academic training and visa application costs. The program is designed for students from non-EU/EEA countries, offering a chance to study at one of the Netherlands’ most internationally recognized universities without worrying about expenses.

The Maastricht University NL-High Potential Scholarship 2026-2027 offers 21 awards totaling €34,000, covering both tuition and living costs. The scholarship combines funding from the Maastricht University Scholarship Fund and the Dutch Ministry of Education, Culture, and Science, reflecting a strong commitment to academic excellence and international collaboration. Recipients gain access to Maastricht University’s vibrant and diverse campus community, which hosts over 16,000 students and 4,000 staff members, promoting cross-cultural exchange and innovative learning.

Eligible master’s programs span multiple faculties, including Arts & Social Sciences, Law, Health, Medicine and Life Sciences, Psychology & Neuroscience, Science and Engineering, and the School of Business & Economics. Examples include MSc Global Health, MSc International Business, LLM European Law School, MSc Systems Biology and Bioinformatics, and more. Scholarship duration matches program length: 13 months for one-year programs and 25 months for two-year programs.

Applicants must be under 35 years old, hold citizenship outside the EU/EEA, Switzerland, or Surinam, and apply to a full-time eligible master’s program for the 2026-2027 academic year. Strong academic performance and a compelling profile are critical, as only 2% of applicants are awarded this highly competitive scholarship.

The scholarship benefits include:

Full tuition fee waiver
Monthly stipend of €15,925 (1-year) or €30,625 (2-year)
Health and liability insurance of €700
Coverage of pre-academic training and visa application costs
Opportunity to experience European culture and study at a top Dutch university
Required documents include a CV, letter of motivation, academic transcripts, personal statement of financial need, reference letters, and referee contact information. Applicants must first receive a conditional offer for a master’s program at Maastricht University before submitting their scholarship application through their UM account.

The deadline to apply for the Maastricht University NL-High Potential Scholarship 2026-2027 is February 1, 2026. This fully funded program offers international students a chance to pursue a world-class master’s education in the Netherlands while covering all major academic and living expenses.