Netherlands: World Citizen Talent Undergraduate Scholarships (€5000 Worth) for International Students

Our World Citizen Talent Scholarship (Bachelors study)

Course(s) Offered: Any course
Course Level: Undergraduate
Provider: Hague University
Country to Study in: Netherlands

Scholarship Description
Do you consider yourself a global citizen? Then apply for the World Citizen Talent Scholarship.

The Hague University is offering scholarships to students who would like to start their bachelors programme during the academic year 2015-2016 at the university. The scholarships will cover a significant amount of the total first year university tuition fee.

The Hague University is an educational united nations of 146 nationalities, where everyone speaks English. You will be taught by both local and international lecturers who have an easy way of interacting with students. The social contact among the students also makes for an enriching study period.

Eligibility
You are eligible to apply for one of these scholarships if:

• You come from outside the European Union (and not from Iceland, Norway, Liechtenstein, Switzerland or Surinam)
• You are enrolling for the first time and and have not studied at any of the programmes The Hague University of Applied Sciences offers
• You are a first year student joining one of the University's bachelor programmes
• You would have to pay the full institutional tuition fee rate
• You have never used this scholarship scheme before
• You have been provisionally accepted also-called ‘offer of student position’ as a student on or before 31 March
• You have written an essay as explained below on or before 1 April

Selection criteria:
The programme is seeking young, intelligent, talented and ambitious people who view themselves as citizens of the world.

If this sounds like you and the conditions listed above apply to you, all you need to do is complete the application form (link to it is below) and write an essay of 950 to 1100 words that would convince the scholarship sponsors/providers to award you a scholarship.

Eligible groups
Citizens of ALL countries (EXCEPT the EU and Iceland, Norway, Liechtenstein, Switzerland or Surinam)

Participating Institutions
The Hague University of Applied Sciences, The Hague, Randstad metropolitan region, Netherlands

Fields of study
All undergraduate bachelor level courses offered at the University

Number of awards
A total of 54 scholarships are available to prospective bachelor degree students for the current academic year

Sponsorship duration
This scholarship is a onetime financial aid

Scholarship benefits
Each scholarship is worth EUR 5,000 and will cover almost two-thirds of the total first year university’s tuition fee. It will only be awarded once.

Method of Application
To apply for this scholarship, you must fulfill the eligibility criteria listed above. Please note that you will only be awarded the scholarship after you have been conditionally accepted and have met all terms and conditions of enrolment.

In general, the scholarship application is in three steps:

• Step 1 - First apply for the Bachelor programme of your choice
• Step 2 - Write an essay: When writing your essay, try picturing yourself as a member of the university community. In the essay, describe your cultural background and explain why and how you can contribute to the multinational, multicultural beehive that is The Hague University of Applied Sciences. Check the essay guidelines before you start writing.
• Step 3 - Submit your essay by completing the scholarship application form and attaching your essay before 1 April.

It is very important to visit the official website (link to it is below) for detailed and complete information about this award and its application process.

DEADLINE:
You must be provisionally accepted as a student on or before 31 March, and you must submit your scholarship application (plus the requested essay) on or before 1 April.

PLEASE NOTE:
The university has appointed a committee to judge all essays, The judges will select the 54 students whose essays will have impressed them most and award the scholarships to them. The decision of the jury will be binding. You will be informed about the results via email before 16 May 2015.

You will receive the scholarship amount of €5000 after your arrival in The Hague and have set up a Dutch bank account.

The Hague is the perfect home for The Hague University of Applied Sciences, it is an international city that deserves its title - The International City of Peace & Justice. The vibrant seaside resort of Scheveningen, historic city centre and international diplomatic community all add to its international atmosphere.

The Hague University of Applied Sciences is a university of applied sciences and community higher professional education institute with its campuses located in and around The Hague in the Randstad metropolitan region in the southern Netherlands.

Application Deadline: 1 April 2015
Open for International Students: Yes

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Study in Holland: University of Groningen Talent Scholarships for Developing Countries

Eric Bleumink Fund Grants Scholarships

Course(s) Offered: All fields
Course Level: Graduate (masters, phd)
Provider: Eric Bleumink Fund
Country to Study in: Netherlands

Scholarship Description
The Eric Bleumink Fund, established on 23 May 2000, provides financial support to Master’s students and PhD students from developing countries wishing to pursue a Master’s degree or doctorate.

This initiative will not only improve the cooperation between the University of Groningen and universities in developing countries, but will also raise the level of academic expertise in these countries.

Eligibility
Criteria for approval are:

1. academic excellence, shown by academic performance and may be confirmed by letters of recommendation from university professors;
2. contribution of candidate’s education in terms of strengthening the scientific capacity in the candidate’s home country;
3. perspectives to a long-term linkage between the home institution and the University of Groningen.

Candidates for the Eric Bleumink Fund should:

• be nationals of and have their permanent residence in a developing country (see countries listed above)
• have a good command of the English language
• be in good health, so that health insurance in the Netherlands can be arranged
• be available for the whole period of the fellowship and be able to take part in the entire study programme

Eligible Groups
Citizens of the following countries:
Afghanistan, Angola, Armenia, Bangladesh, Belize, Benin, Bhutan, Bolivia, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Cambodia, Cameroon, Cape Verde, Chad, Comoros, Djibouti, Egypt, El Salvador, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Fiji, Gambia, Georgia, Ghana, Guatemala, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Guyana, Haiti, Honduras, India, Indonesia, Iraq, Kenya, Kiribati, Kosovo, Kyrgyzstan, Laos, Lesotho, Liberia, Madagascar, Malawi, Mali, Marshall Islands, Mauritania, Moldova, Mongolia, Morocco, Mozambique, Myanmar, Nepal, Nicaragua, Niger, Nigeria, Pakistan, Papua New Guinea, Paraguay, Philippines, Rwanda, Samoa, Sao Tome and Principe, Senegal, Sierra Leone, Solomon Islands, Somalia, Sri Lanka, Swaziland, Syria, Tajikistan, Tanzania, Togo, Tokelau, Tonga, Turkmenistan, Tuvalu, Uganda, Ukraine, Uzbekistan, Vanuatu, Vietnam, Yemen, Zimbabwe, Korea, Dem. Rep., Timor-Leste, West Bank and Gaza Strip, Congo (Rep.), Côte d'Ivoire, Kyrgyz Republic, Micronesia (Federated States), Sudan (Rep.), Congo (Dem Rep.), South Sudan, Central African Republic

Participating Institution(s)
University of Groningen, Netherlands

Field(s) of study
All Masters level programmes (MSc/MA/LL.M.) and doctoral level programmes offered at University of Groningen. You may want to see an overview of the Master’s programs or Doctoral programs at the University.

Number of awards
Not specified by provider, however, per study programme only two candidates can be nominated.

Please note that a considerable number of students apply for this scholarship each year, whereas the University can issue only a limited number of grants.

Sponsorship duration
The grant is awarded for a 1 year or 2 years Master’s degree programme.

For Ph.D programmes, the grants will usually be awarded for a maximum period of four years. Part of the research should be conducted in the home country and part in Groningen.

Scholarship benefits
The grant covers tuition fee, costs of international travel, subsistence, books, and health insurance.

Method of Application
To be nominated for this grant, the student needs to be (conditionally) admitted to one of the Master's programmes. Nominations will be handled by the admissions officers.

Masters Programmes:
A step-by-step application guide for the Master's degree programmes:

1. First the candidate should apply for admission to a Master's programme at the University of Groningen.
2. When the candidate applies for this admission, he or she must indicate on the online application that he/she wishes to be nominated for a Eric Bleumink Fund scholarship.
3. If the study programme board agrees with the candidacy for a EBF scholarship, they will send a standard application form including the motivation of the candidate to the Board of the Eric Bleumink Fund prior to 1 March. Per study programme only two candidates can be nominated.

Ph.D programmes:
The application should consist of:

1. an elaborate research proposal or pre-proposal and
2. a letter of recommendation from the academic supervisor describing the benefits of the research for the department and/or the University of Groningen.
3. The application may also be submitted by the academic supervisor at the University of Groningen or at the home institute in the developing country. The academic supervisor in Groningen participates in one of the Research Schools or Research Institutes of the University of Groningen .
4. Motivation: it should be made clear by the applicant that requests for other funding have also been submitted.

Applicants need to meet the deadline of their respective programmes. See below for the announced deadline date.

It is important to visit the official website (link to it is below) for complete information on how to apply for this grant scholarship.

DEADLINE:
New application rounds for the Academic Year 2015-2016 starts on October 15th, 2015. The application deadline date is fixed for January 15th, 2015.

PLEASE NOTE:
The Board of the Eric Bleumink Fund will take a decision during their meeting in March. The study programme and the candidate will both be informed on the decision taken by the Board.

If a candidate is selected the coordinator and the candidate will have contact on the details of his or her arrival. If necessary he/she can contact the Board of the Eric Bleumink Fund for extra assistance.

Students and researchers from all over the world come to Groningen to expand their own boundaries as well as those of academia.

The University of Groningen greatly values strong links between research and education. Students are involved in current research, and the Honours College and the wide range of Research Master’s degree programmes gives them the opportunity to develop their research skills.

The city of Groningen is a safe city where students will feel comfortable and will easily find their way around. The many options available in the fields of sports, culture and entertainment are suprisingly diverse and will make students feel right at home.

Application Deadline: 15 January 2015
Open to International Applicants: Yes

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Erasmus Mundus Scholarships in Service Engineering for International and Developing Country Students

Erasmus Mundus Scholarships in Service Engineering

Course(s) Offered: IT, Computer science/engineering
Course Level: Graduate (masters)
Provider: EU's Erasmus Mundus
Country to Study in: Several locations

Scholarship Description
The Erasmus Mundus program is a co-operation and mobility program in the field of higher education. It aims to enhance quality in European higher education and to promote intercultural understanding through co-operation with third countries.

The Erasmus Mundus program supports high-quality European Masters Courses, by providing attractive grants for students from around the world.

Eligibility
There are two types of scholarships, namely the Erasmus Mundus Category A scholarship and the Erasmus Mundus Category B scholarship.

1. Category A Scholarships (incl. Window scholarships)

• Third-country nationals, eligible for an Erasmus Mundus scholarship, are citizens from all other countries other than: the 27 EU member States (Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, The Nederlands, Portugal, the UK,Sweden,Cyprus, Estonia, Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania, Malta, Poland, Czech Republic, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain) and the EEA-EFTA states (Norway, Lichtenstein, Iceland ).
  
  In particular, Erasmus-Mundus applicants who are not residents of any of the above countries, and who have not carried out their main activities (studies, work, etc.) for more than a total of 12 months over the last five years in any of the above countries, fulfil the requirements of a third country student.

2. Category B Scholarships

• Category B scholarship is awarded to any Master student who do not fulfill the category A criteria defined above.

Eligible groups
Citizens of ALL countries are eligible as follows: CATEGORY A for Developing Country students (as defined above); and CATEGORY B for non-Developing Country students.

Participating Institutions
Participating institutions include:

1. University of Stuttgart (Germany),
2. University of Crete (Greece),
3. Tilburg University (Netherlands), and
4. Universities in any location inside/outside Europe.

Fields of study
The International Master in Service Engineering (IMSE) is a 2-year Full-time Master’s program commencing in September of every year and leading to the award of the Master of Science (MSc). The Language of Instruction is English.

Studies are especially tailored for holders of a first degree in Management, Economics, Business Administration, Computer Science or Information Systems*. However, other degree holders may also apply.

Teaching Methods include group work, case discussions, action learning, business simulations, common web-based collaboration platform.

Number of awards
For Academic Year 2015-2015, approximately 9 scholarships* will be available - approximately 6 Category A scholarships* and 3 Category B scholarships* are available.

*Please note that these numbers are still provisonal as they have not been confirmed yet by Erasmus Mundus.

Sponsorship duration
Two years - the whole duration of course.

Please note that IF a students does not complete the IMSE program within two years, he/she will need to register for an additional year and pay tuition fee accordingly.

Scholarship benefits
Category A scholarships (third-country students) amounts to € 48000 for two years.
Category B scholarship amounts to € 20000 for two years.

Method of Application
The IMSE Admission Board will start the assessment of your application ONLY AFTER receiving the complete set of the following documents:

• A printed copy of the completed and signed 'Application form'
• A printed copy of the completed and signed Appendix (IMSE Appendix 2015-2015)
• All other required documents as requested in the Appendix.

Those applying for an Erasmus Mundus scholarship (Category A or B) must mark the corresponding box in the Appendix. Therefore no separate application for the Erasmus Mundus scholarships is needed.

Please make sure that we receive your application package before the application deadline.

It is important to visit the official website (link to it is below) to download the 'Application form', the IMSE Appendix 2015-2015, and also for complete and detailed information on how to apply.

DEADLINES:
Application deadlines for IMSE program starting August 2014 is as follows:

• January 15, 2014: for category A and B candidates requesting an Erasmus Mundus scholarship
• April 1, 2014: for all non-EU candidates not requesting an Erasmus Mundus scholarship
• June 1, 2014: for all EU candidates not requesting an Erasmus Mundus scholarship

PLEASE NOTE:
Incomplete applications or applications that reach Erasmus Mundus after the deadline will not be taken into consideration.

The IMSE program (120 ECTS) is organised in four successive phases over two years, each providing the core knowledge and further advancing the skills of the incoming students.

The phases are as follows:

• Development and monitoring of software services (University of Stuttgart)
• Analysis of service enabled business processes (University of Crete)
• Design of software services (Tilburg University)
• Thesis: Services Science Topics (any location inside/outside Europe)

Application Deadline: 15 January / 1 April / 1 June 2014
Open to International students: Yes

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Amsterdam Excellence Scholarships (AES) for International Postgraduate Students

Amsterdam Excellence Scholarships

Course(s) Offered: Any field
Course Level: Graduate (master's)
Provider: University of Amsterdam
Country to Study in: Netherlands

Scholarship Description
The University of Amsterdam (UvA) aims to attract the world’s brightest students to its international classrooms.

In 2014, a new prestigious scholarship programme, the Amsterdam Excellence Scholarships (AES), will be launched, targeting exceptionally talented Master’s students from outside Europe.

Eligibility
Candidates wishing to apply for an AES programme must meet the following requirements:

• Hold a non-EU/EEA passport and not be eligible for support under the Dutch system of study grants and loans (Studiefinanciering; for more information please refer to www.DUO.nl). The scholarship office should be notified as soon as possible of any change in nationality, type of residence permit, and/or possible Studiefinanciering support throughout the academic year.
• Be (provisionally) admitted to an English-taught Master’s degree programme at the University of Amsterdam which is registered in the Central Register of Higher Education Programmes (CROHO; for more information refer to: www.DUO.nl).
  For more information about general application requirements, please consult the individual programme descriptions at www.uva.nl/education for Master’s study programmes taught in English.
• Be (provisionally) admitted to a Master’s programme at the UvA for the first time. AES will not be awarded to candidates who are admitted for a second Master’s programme at the UvA.
• Be able to comply with Dutch visa regulations as indicated by the IND (Dutch Immigration Service).
• Be enrolled at the UvA as a full-time student for the academic year and the programme for which the scholarship is awarded. Scholarship continuation is not guaranteed when a candidate changes his or her Master’s programme.
• The candidate should not receive another scholarship for the same period of study as the AES. Notify the scholarships office when another scholarship has been awarded and accepted.

In addition to the admission requirements of the Master’s programme eligible candidates 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;
• the academic quality of the educational institute where the undergraduate (or graduate) programme 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 programme (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 (IELS/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).

Selection criteria:
Students from any discipline belonging to the top 10% of graduates from their class may apply. Selection is on the basis of academic excellence, ambition and relevance for a student’s future career.

Eligible groups
Citizens of ALL non-EU/EEA countries (i.e. Africa, Asia, Middle East, South America, North America, Eastern Europe and other countries)

Participating Institutions
University of Amsterdam (UvA), Amsterdam, The Netherlands

Fields of study
Selected Masters Programme offered in the the following faculties:

• Amsterdam Law School
• Faculty of Economics and Business
• Faculty of Science
• Graduate School of Communication
• Graduate School of Humanities
• Graduate School of Social Sciences

For more information about general application requirements, please consult the individual programme descriptions at www.uva.nl/education for Master’s study programmes taught in English.

Number of awards
The number of AES to be awarded is NOT specified

Sponsorship duration
Successful students receive a scholarship for the official duration of the programme they are enrolled in.

The AES will be for one academic year with the possibility of extension for a second year (for two-year Master’s programmes).

Scholarship benefits
The AES is a full scholarship of €25,000 (covering tuition and living expenses).

Scholarship recipients will join extracurricular activities and become part of a select community.

Method of Application
The AES scholarships are awarded by the faculties and graduate schools themselves, so application procedures vary per faculty/school. Students interested in an Amsterdam Excellence Scholarship may contact the faculty or international school offering the study programme of their choice for more information.

You must have been provisionally admitted to an eligible Masters Degree Programme at the University of Amsterdam before you can be considered for this scholarship.

It is important to visit the official website (link to it is below) and specific faculty websites (see 'Fields of study' above) for detailed information on how to apply for this scholarship.

DEADLINES:
The application process for the 2015-2015 academic year opened in November 2013 and the deadline for applications varies per faculty but is either 15 January 2014 or 1 February 2014.

PLEASE NOTE:
Students interested in an AES need to contact the faculty or international school offering the study programme of their choice for more information.

The programme you wish to apply for might set extra requirements such as academic and language requirements. Please see the faculty information on respective faculty websites (see 'Fields of study' above) for more information.

Candidates must be officially accepted into a full-time degree programme at the UvA.

The candidate must not receive a full-coverage scholarship from another organisation for the same period of study as the AES scholarship and must be able to comply with Dutch visa regulations.

The University of Amsterdam or the UvA is a public university located in Amsterdam, Netherlands. The University is one of two large, publicly funded research universities in the city, the other being VU University Amsterdam.

Application Deadline: 15 January / 1 February 2014
Open for International Students: Yes

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Netherlands: World Citizen Talent Postgraduate Scholarships for International Students

Our World Citizen Talent Scholarship (Masters studies)

Course(s) Offered: Available fields
Course Level: Graduate (masters)
Provider: The Hague University
Country to Study in: Netherlands

Scholarship Description
Prove you are a global citizen by applying for the World Citizen Talent Scholarship at The Hague University, an educational united nations of 146 nationalities, where everyone speaks English.

The Hague University offers scholarships to students who would like to start their Master studies programme during the academic year 2015-2016 at the university.

The scholarships cover a large sum of the university’s tuition fee and will only be awarded once. This scholarship is a tuition fee waiver.

Eligibility
You are eligible to apply for one of these scholarships if:

• You are enrolling for the first time for one of our International Master programmes
• The scholarship is a tuition fee waiver of € 5000.
• You have fully completed the scholarship application form
• You will have been provisionally accepted as a student on or before 31 March
• You have written an essay, as explained below (deadline 1 April)

Selection criteria:
The scholarship sponsors are seeking young, intelligent, talented and ambitious people who view themselves as citizens of the world.

If this sounds like you and the conditions listed above apply to you, all you need to do is complete the application form and write an essay of 950 to 1100 words that would convince them to provide you with a scholarship.

Eligible groups
Citizens of ALL countries

Participating Institutions
The Hague University of Applied Sciences, The Hague, Randstad metropolitan region, Netherlands

Fields of study
All masters degree studies which are available at the University are eligible

Number of awards
A total of 9 scholarships are available to prospective masters degree students

Sponsorship duration
This is a onetime financial aid

Scholarship benefits
At €5,000 each, the scholarships covers a large sum of the university’s tuition fee and will only be awarded once. The scholarship is a tuition fee waiver of € 5000.

Method of Application
If you are certain the conditions listed above apply to you, all you need to do is complete the application form and write an essay of 950 to 1100 words that would convince the scholarship sponsors to provide you with a scholarship.

In the essay, describe your cultural background and explain why and how you can contribute to the multinational, multicultural beehive that is The Hague University of Applied Sciences.

Please note that allocation of these scholarships, is only possible after you have been conditionally accepted.

It is important to visit the official website (link to it is below) to access the Regulations for Financial Aid, to access the online Application Form, and also for more detailed information on this scholarship.

DEADLINE:
The university has appointed a committee to judge all essays, which should be submitted before 1 April, 2015

PLEASE NOTE:
By submitting your essay, you are giving us the university the right to publish it, if it so wishes.

When you are writing your essay, try picturing yourself as a member of the university community. University-appointed judges will select 9 students whose essays will have impressed them most and reward them with a scholarship. The decision of the jury will be binding.

The Hague is the perfect home for the The Hague University, it is a very international city which deserves its title - The International City of Peace & Justice. The vibrant seaside resort of Scheveningen, historic city centre and international diplomatic community all add to its international atmosphere.

Application Deadline: 1 April 2015
Open for International Students: Yes

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Leiden University Excellence Scholarships for International Non-European Students

Leiden University Excellence (LExS) Scholarships

Course(s) Offered: All fields
Course Level: Postgraduate (masters)
Provider: Leiden University
Country to Study in: Netherlands

Scholarship Description
The Leiden University Excellence Scholarship programme (LExS) is offered for excellent Non-EU/EEA students enrolling in a Leiden University master’s degree programme.

Also, it is for excellent students from all nationalities enrolling in a Master of Law Advanced Programme or MSc in International Relations and Diplomacy.

Eligibility
The scholarship is for:

• Non-EU/EEA students enrolling in a Leiden University master’s degree programme starting February 2015 or September 2015 (All MA, MSc and LL.M programmes as mentioned on the website Master’s programmes in Leiden - see below).
• All nationalities enrolling in the programmes listed below starting February 2015 or September 2015.

Additional requirements:

1. In his or her prior academic education abroad, the applicant must have achieved excellent study results which are relevant for the programme for which the student wishes to enroll. As an indication, the student will be among the top 10% for the relevant programme followed abroad
2. The applicant will hold a non-EU/EEA passport and will not be eligible for support under the Dutch system of study grants and loans ("Studiefinanciering"; more information)
3. Scholarships will not be awarded to applicants who have already obtained a Leiden University master’s degree
4. Students who are granted a Leiden Excellence Scholarship must comply with and confirm in writing their agreement with the terms and conditions attached to the scholarship prior to the granting of the scholarship.

Selection Criteria:
The Faculty selection committee will review the applications. Students are selected on the basis of academic merit.

Eligible groups
Citizens of ALL countries (both non-EU/EEA and other nations)

Participating Institution(s)
Leiden University, The Netherlands

Fields of study
The courses offered under this program include:

1. For Non EU/EEA students: All masters (MA, MSc and LL.M) programmes offered by Leiden University (a number of programmes have a start date in September only); and
2. For All nationalities enrolling in February 2015 or September 2015 (programs listed below have a September start date only, with the exception of Adv. Studies in Air & Space Law):
   
   • Master of Laws: Advanced Studies in Air & Space Law
   • Master of Laws: Advanced Studies in European & International Business Law
   • Master of Laws: Advanced Studies in International Tax Law
   • Master of Laws: Advanced Studies in Public International Law
   • Master of Laws: Advanced Studies in International Civil & Commercial Law
   • Master of Laws: Advanced Studies in Law & Digital Technologies
   • Master of Laws: Advanced Studies in European Tax Law
   • Master of Laws: Advanced Studies in European & International Human Rights Law
   • MSc in International Relations & Diplomacy

Number of Awards
The number and type of award of the scholarship (see below for the types offered) depends on the budget available for each Faculty department. The type of award has no reflection on the students' academic level of excellence.

Sponsorship duration
Scholarship will last for the whole duration of the masters programme. Note that the maximum study period is 12 months for the 1-year masters programmes or 24 months for the 2-year masters programmes.

Scholarship benefits
The LExS Scholarship programme has these types of awards:

• Platinum- Covers the tuition fee minus the home fee* and an allowance of €10,000 for living costs
• Gold- Covers the tuition fee minus the home fee*
• Silver- Covers 75% of the tuition fee
• Bronze- Covers 50% of the tuition fee
• Ivory- Covers 25 % of the tuition fee

* The tuition fee will be reduced to the amount of the home fee. Students who have been awarded a Platinum or Gold award still have to pay the home fee themselves.

Method of Application
The student is responsible for submitting a complete application on or before the deadline dates below. Leiden University cannot be held responsible for late and/or incomplete applications.

To apply for the scholarship, you should write a letter of motivation (in Word) of a maximum of 500 words, in which you indicate why you believe you should be considered for this scholarship. The Word document should then be attached on the scholarship page in your online application for the master's programmes for which you are applying.

It is possible to submit applications for more scholarship programmes simultaneously. However, it is not possible to obtain more than 1 scholarship from Leiden University for the same study programme.

It is important to visit the official website (link to it is below) for complete information on how to apply to the LExS Scholarship Programme.

DEADLINES:
The following deadlines apply: 1 February 2015 for all programmes (except Law programmes) starting in September 2015; 1 March 2015 for all Law programmes starting in September 2015; AND 1 October 2015 for all programmes starting in February 2016.

PLEASE NOTE:
Students should be aware that the LExS is not a full scholarship. It is necessary to find additional funding to be able to finance their study and stay completely.

Leiden University advises a budget, not including the tuition fee, of approx. €12,000 to €15,000 per year to cover the costs for rent, insurance, living expenses, course books and local transportation.

All LExS applicants will be informed by the scholarship department of Student Educational Affairs: Mid November 2014 for the February 2015 intake; End of April 2015 for September 2015 intake AND Mid May 2015 for the September 2015 intake for all Law programmes.

Application Deadline: 1 February / March / October 2015
Open to International Applicants: Yes

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Utrecht Excellence Scholarships for non-European International Students Worldwide

Utrecht Excellence Scholarships

Course(s) Offered: Several fields
Course Level: Undergraduate (bachelors); Postgraduate (masters)
Provider: Utrecht Excellence Scholarship Fund
Country to Study in: Netherlands

Scholarship Description
Each year, the Utrecht Excellence Scholarship offers a number of highly talented prospective students, from non-EU/EEA countries, the opportunity to pursue a degree in a selected number of fields at Utrecht University.

The funds for the scholarships come from the Utrecht Excellence Scholarship Fund, established by Utrecht University and from contributions by Utrecht University alumni.

Eligibility
The scholarship programme is highly selective. Only candidates showing the highest achievement and promise may receive a scholarship.

The applicant must meet the eligibility criteria in order to be considered for this scholarship. The applicant should:

1. Not have the Dutch or an EU/EEA nationality;
2. Hold a non-Dutch secondary school diploma;
3. Have been admitted to an International Master’s programme within one of the Graduate Schools mentioned above, the Bachelor’s programme in Economics and Business Economics or to University College Utrecht;
4. Hold a relevant Bachelor’s degree (for a Master’s programme) or secondary school diploma (for a Bachelor’s programme), or an equivalent thereof;
5. Be able to comply with the conditions to obtain a Dutch visa;

Failure to meet one or more of these criteria automatically means the student is not eligible for this scholarship.

Selection criteria:
Eligible candidates are selected for a scholarship on the basis of the following criteria:

1. Their academic excellence and promise in the proposed field of study;
2. The academic quality and results of the preceding education, as evidenced, for example, by grades, test scores, publications, letters of recommendation;
3. The quality and relevance of the motivation letter (academic content, intercultural and communication skills, personal motivation);
4. The quality and feasibility of the financial plan in the application;
5. The quality of the application itself (completeness, accuracy, consistency).

Eligible groups
Citizens of ALL non-EU/EEA countries

Participating Institution(s)
Utrecht University; The Netherlands

Fields of study
International Bachelor’s programmes:

• Economics and Business Economics
• Liberal Arts & Sciences at University College Utrecht

International Master’s programmes offered by the following Graduate Schools:

• Graduate School of Geosciences
• Graduate School of Humanities
• Graduate School of Law, Economics and Governance
• Graduate School of Life Sciences
• Graduate School of Natural Sciences
• Graduate School of Social and Behavioural Sciences

NOTE that master's programmes that are not state-funded (i.e privately funded) are not eligible.

Number of awards
Approximately 55 scholarships are awarded each year.

Sponsorship duration
Selected students receive a scholarship for the duration of the degree programme, which is a maximum of two years for a Master's degree and three years for a Bachelor’s degree.

The scholarship will only be renewed for the second (and third) year if the student is making satisfactory progress towards the degree.

Scholarship benefits
Selected students are awarded a scholarship that covers the tuition fee and € 10 000 living expenses per year. However, students should be aware that the grant is not necessarily a full scholarship, and that it may be necessary to find additional funding to be able to finance study and stay completely.

As one of the requirements for being granted a residence permit in the Netherlands, students from abroad must prove to the IND (Immigration and Naturalisation Office) that they have sufficient financial means.

Method of Application
IMPORTANT: You are to apply to the program of study of your interest to be considered for this award. It is NOT possible to apply directly to the Utrecht Excellence Scholarship.

The selection committee of the programme will review the application files for possible nominees, and select eligible candidates on the basis of the selection criteria mentioned above. The selected candidates will be offered an Utrecht Excellence Scholarship at the latest in May.

Please note that students starting their programme in February are not eligible for the Utrecht Excellence Scholarships. To apply for admission into the school, click here.

It is important to visit the official website (link to it is below) for detailed information.

DEADLINES:
Prospective Bachelor's students in Economics and Business Economics who wish to be considered for the scholarship should apply for admission before 1 April every year.

Prospective Master's students who wish to be considered for the scholarship should apply for admission before 1 December every year.

PLEASE NOTE:
The selected candidates will be offered a Utrecht Excellence Scholarship in May of the academic year.

Application Deadline: 1 April / 1 December 2015
Open to International Applicants: Yes

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Shell Ideas360 Global Student Competition for Undergraduate and Postgraduate Students Worldwide

Shell Ideas360 Global Student Competition

Course(s) Offered: Your ideas
Course Level: Undergraduate, Graduate
Provider: Shell International Limited
Country to Study in: Any country, Netherlands

Scholarship Description
SHELL IDEAS360 is a global competition for both undergraduate and postgraduate students worldwide.

The competition is organised by Shell International Limited for students to develop “game-changing ideas for tackling energy, water and food issues.”

Application for the 2014 Shell Ideas360 Global Student Competition is currently ongoing. All undergraduate and postgraduate students are encouraged to participate.

Interested students who meet the criteria as stated below can apply.

Eligibility
Participation in the Competition is open to any person who:

• is, or will be aged 18 or over by May 31, 2014; and
• is currently studying (and is officially registered to continue studying until at least May 31, 2014) as a full time undergraduate or postgraduate at a recognised, degree awarding university or other equivalent higher education establishment.

Eligible groups
Citizens of ALL countries may apply. This is a global competition.

Participating Institutions
Shell International Limited; AND
All recognised, degree awarding university or other equivalent higher education institution anywhere in the world

Fields of study
Any theme or idea of yours towards developing “game-changing ideas for tackling energy, water and food issues.”

Number of awards
Five individuals or teams are to be selected per school to progress to the final stage of the Competition

Scholarship benefits
There will be a range of great prizes on offer in the Shell Ideas360 competition, as well as other benefits to students for taking part:

• Main Prize. A National Geographic Expedition for the winning team members, chosen from a range of available trips.
• Stage 3 Teams. The five teams or individuals selected for Stage 3 of the competition will be flown out to Rotterdam, the Netherlands, in order to present their idea to the judging panel at the Shell Eco-Marathon event in May 2014.
• Stage 2 Prizes. Every participant that is selected for Stage 2 of Shell Ideas360 will receive a one year subscription (print and digital) to National Geographic Magazine.
  In addition, Shell has a free 3-month subscriptions to WIRED’s interactive digital edition (accessible on iPad, iPhone and Kindle Fire) to give away to everybody who submits a final idea to the Shell Ideas360 competition by 16 December 2013 in accordance with the competition terms and conditions.
• Additional Prizes. A selection of National Geographic prizes for participants including: wall maps, atlases, science books, and photographic prints from the National Geographic picture library.

OTHER BENEFITS
Additional benefits of participating include boosting your résumé/CV since Shell is an internationally known and respected organisation, opportunity to work with professionals, networking opportunities, learn business processes, and develop your ideas.

Method of Application
To apply, visit the official website (link to it is below) to register, join the Shell Ideas360 community and submit your idea. The stages of the competition are as follows:

STAGE 1 (3 SEPTEMBER 2013 - 16 DECEMBER 2013)
Registration: Register and set up your personal profile. You can enter as an individual or as part of a team of up to three people. Formulate and submit your idea.

Develop an innovative idea related to Energy, Water or Food. Use your workspace to share draft ideas with the Shell Ideas360 community, submitting your final idea for evaluation by 16 December 2013.

STAGE 2 (20 JANUARY - 31 MARCH 2014)
Develop your idea. Up to 100 teams/participants will be selected to develop their idea with support from a Shell Mentor and Subject Matter Experts, and demonstrate in more detail why Shell should invest in it.

STAGE 3 (16 APRIL - 15 MAY 2014)
Final presentation and selection. Five teams/participants will be invited to present their idea at the Final Event in Rotterdam, the Netherlands. The winner will be selected and announced at the end of this event.

DEADLINES:
Registration on the official website for stage 1 started on 3 September 2013 and ends 16 December 2013.

PLEASE NOTE:
You may register on the official website (link to it is below) to participate in Shell Ideas360 or sign up with your Facebook or LinkedIn account.

Shell believes human ingenuity holds the key to unlocking innovative thinking. This competition is a way of fostering innovation and, potentially, turning your ideas into reality.

Shell Ideas360 involves a number of key stages. In Stage 1, participants register and submit an initial idea. The ideas are evaluated and teams selected through to Stage 2 will develop their ideas in conjunction with Shell Mentors and Subject Matter Experts. Stage 3 will see five finalists selected to present their idea to a panel of judges.

Shell Ideas360 is not part of Shell’s recruitment process and performance in the competition will not influence job applications. If participants wish to explore career opportunities or internships at Shell, please visit the Shell website www.shell.com/careers for further information.

Royal Dutch Shell plc, commonly known as Shell, is an Anglo–Dutch multinational oil and gas company incorporated in the United Kingdom and headquartered in the Netherlands. Created by the merger of Royal Dutch Petroleum and UK-based Shell Transport & Trading, it is the largest company in the world - ahead of Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. - in terms of revenue, and one of the six oil and gas "supermajors".

Contact
Any enquiries or questions can be sent to shellideas360@shell.com

Application Deadline: 16 December 2013
Open to International Applicants: Yes

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United Nations Fellowships Programme in International Law for Developing Countries and Emerging Economies

UN Fellowships in International Law

Course(s) Offered: Law
Course Level: Graduate
Provider: UN Office of Legal Affairs
Country to Study in: Netherlands

Scholarship Description
The United Nations International Law Fellowship Programme is a six-week course organized annually by the Codification Division of the United Nations Office of Legal Affairs.

It is organized under the Programme of Assistance in the Teaching, Study, Dissemination and Wider Appreciation of International Law, which is one of the cornerstones of the United Nation’s efforts to promote the rule of law.

The International Law Fellowship Programme is designed to enable qualified persons, in particular, mid-level government legal officers and young teachers of international law from developing countries, and countries with emerging economies, to deepen their knowledge of international law.

Eligibility
To qualify, candidates should be between 24 and 45 years of age at the beginning of the Fellowship Programme.

They must have a legal background with professional experience in the field of international law. The selected participants are required to submit a medical certificate of good health and to certify that they are able to attend the entire course period.

The Fellowship Programme is conducted in either English or French, depending on the year. Fluency in spoken and written language for that year is required. The 2014 Fellowship Programme will be conducted in French.

Selection criteria:
Fellows are selected on the basis of their qualifications, the needs of their respective countries and the potential benefits they may derive from the fellowship in their professional life.

Preference will be given to candidates from countries whose nationals have not been awarded a fellowship in the immediately preceding years and to candidates from least developed countries.

Eligible groups
International applicants from ALL countries.

Participating Institutions
The Hague Academy of International Law, The Peace Palace in The Hague, Netherlands

Fields of study
Fellows attend courses in public international law and participate in lectures and seminars organized by the Codification Division of the United Nations Office of Legal Affairs.

The lectures and seminars, given by eminent scholars and practitioners in international law from different regions and legal systems, are conducted in either English or French.

The 2013 Programme was conducted in English. The 2014 Fellowship Programme will be held at the Peace Palace in The Hague, the Netherlands, from 30 June to 8 August 2014. It will be conducted in French.

Number of awards
The Fellowship Programme accommodates up to 30 participants

Sponsorship duration
A six (6) week summer course

Scholarship benefits
The Fellowship Programme will cover the fellowship recipient’s travel costs in economy class, medical insurance, the training material and the registration fee for The Hague Academy of International Law.

In accordance with policies and procedures governing the administration of United Nations fellowships, participants will receive a stipend to cover their living expenses. Accommodation will also be provided by the Fellowship Programme.

Additional places will be made available for self-funded participants from developed countries and employees of international organizations who will have to bear all costs associated with their participation (travel, accommodation, living expenses, registration fee for The Hague Academy of International Law).

Method of Application
To apply, please read the instructions on the application form carefully, complete the form legibly and ensure that it arrives before the deadline date.

The application form should be sent by email, fax or post.

To download the Brochure and Application Form; AND for most current and detailed information on how to apply for this fellowship, please visit the official site (link found below). Applications from female candidates are encouraged.

DEADLINE:
The application deadline is usually 31st January every year. Applications received after this date will not usually be considered.

For the 2014 fellowship, the deadline has since been announced, and the deadline for applications now extended until 1 December 2013.

PLEASE NOTE:
When selecting participants, the UN Office of Legal Affairs/UNITAR joint selection board will give due consideration to the candidates' qualifications, to the scope of their professional duties and to adequate geographical and gender distribution of the fellowships.

The United Nations International Law Fellowship Programme is conducted under the United Nations Programme of Assistance in the Teaching, Study, Dissemination and Wider Appreciation of International Law, established by General Assembly resolution 2099 (XX) of 20 December 1965 and most recently mandated by General Assembly resolution 67/91 of 14 December 2012.

Application Deadline: 1 December 2013
Open to International Applicants: Yes

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Netherlands Fellowship Programme (NFP) Scholarships for Developing Countries

The Netherlands Fellowship Programme (NFP) Scholarships

Course(s) Offered: All approved field
Course Level: Graduate (short courses, masters, PhD, fellowship)
Provider: Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs
Country to Study in: Netherlands

Scholarship Description
The Netherlands Fellowship Programmes (NFP) targets international students from several countries of the world to pursue masters or PhD studies, or short courses in Dutch universities and institutions of higher learning.

The programme is funded by the Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs under the budget for development cooperation, and promotes capacity building within organizations in 50 countries by providing training and education through fellowships to professionals.

The overall aim of the NFP is to help increase both the number and the competencies of skilled staff at a wide range of governmental and non-governmental organisations. This is done by offering fellowships to mid-career professionals to improve the capacity of their employing organizations.

A new phase of the NFP (NFP II) started on 1 July 2013. This new phase leads to policy changes which have an impact on procedures and criteria. The country list has been reduced from 62 to 50 (this change was already effective starting with the 1 October 2013 fellowship application deadline).

Eligibility
You must meet a number of criteria that support the aim of the NFP to be eligible for a fellowship.

You must:

• be a professional with at least three years’ relevant work experience;
• be a national of, and working and living in one of the countries on the NFP country list valid at the time of application;
• be nominated by your employer, who pledges to continue paying your salary and guarantees that you will be able to return to the same or an equivalent position at the end of your fellowship period;
• have been unconditionally admitted by a Dutch institution to one of the Master’s degree programmes or Short courses on the course list, or have agreed upon a PhD research proposal with the Dutch institution. This means that you must have met all the academic requirements set by the Dutch institution;
• not be employed by:
  • a multinational corporation (e.g. Shell, Unilever, Microsoft);
  • a large national and/or a large commercial organisation;
  • a bilateral donor organisation (e.g. USAID, DFID, Danida, Sida, Dutch ministry of Foreign affairs, FinAid, AusAid, ADC, SwissAid);
  • a multilateral donor organisation, (e.g. a UN organisation, the World Bank, the IMF, Asian Development Bank, African Development Bank, IADB);
  • an international NGO (e.g. Oxfam, Plan, Care).
• have completed and submitted an NFP PhD study, master’s degree programme or short course fellowship application, including all the required documentation, before the applicable fellowship application deadline;
• be employed in a subject area to which the study will make a relevant contribution;
• have a clear-cut, work relationship with a relevant organisation and be in a position to introduce the newly acquired skills and knowledge into that organisation;
• be available full-time for the entire period of the programme or course and be physically and mentally able to take part in the entire programme;
• endorse the objective and the aim of the NFP and use your new knowledge and skills to support your employing organisation and your country. Nuffic urges you to return to your home country upon finishing the course or programme to meet the NFP aim in the most effective way.

If you apply for an NFP PhD fellowship, you must:

• not have accepted an NFP PhD fellowship in the past;
• pursue the PhD study following a ‘sandwich’ or ‘picnic’ model, which means that at least a quarter of the PhD study must take place in the candidate’s home country and/or region. A quarter of the PhD study is calculated from the start date of the PhD-study (research) until the end of the NFP-PhD fellowship.

If you apply for an NFP short courses fellowship, you must:

• not have accepted more than one NFP short course fellowship in the past;
• not have accepted an NFP short course fellowship in the year prior to the fellowship application.

If you apply for an NFP master’s degree programme (NFP-MA) fellowship, you must not have accepted an NFP master’s degree programme fellowship in the past.

Scholarship Criteria:
Priority will be given to candidates who:

• live and work in Sub-Saharan Africa;
• are a woman;
• belong to a priority groups and/or are from a marginalised region as defined by the Dutch embassy in your country. You can find these priorities on the embassy’s website.

Eligible Groups
The NFP target group consists of professionals who are nationals of and work and live in an NFP country. The chances of obtaining an NFP fellowship increase if you live and work in Sub-Saharan Africa and/or if you are a woman.

Africa:
Ethiopia, Nigeria, Ghana, Benin, Guinea-Bissau, Rwanda, Senegal, South Africa, Sudan, Burkina Faso, Ivory Coast, Burundi, Tanzania, Kenya, Cape Verde, Uganda, Mali, Zambia, DR Congo, Zimbabwe, Mozambique, Egypt, Namibia

Other Developing Countries:
Afghanistan, Eritrea, Nicaragua, Albania, Armenia, Georgia, Pakistan, Autonomous Palestinian Territories, Peru, Bangladesh, Guatemala, Philippines, Bhutan, Honduras, Bolivia, India, Bosnia-Herzegovina, Indonesia, Sri Lanka, Brazil, Iran, Suriname, Jordan, Cambodia, Thailand, Kosovo, Colombia, Macedonia, Vietnam, Costa Rica, Yemen, Cuba, Moldova, Mongolia, Ecuador, El Salvador, Nepal

Participating Institutions
Dutch universities, academic institutions and institutions of higher learning

Field(s) of study
The NFP offers three sub-programmes to choose from (Masters, Short courses, PhD studies). It is very important to see the list of eligible programmes for 2014/2015 with their various deadlines.

Sponsorship duration
For the whole duration of the course

Scholarship benefits
The fellowship is a supplement to the candidate’s salary which s/he should continue to receive during the study period in the Netherlands, and is a contribution towards the expenses related to the course or study programme.

The fellowship compensates for three main categories of costs: a) study-related fees; b) travel expenses; and c) subsistence. Costs in the categories a) and b) are entirely covered by the fellowship, whereas the amount provided in category c) is a contribution towards the actual costs. If applicable, the fellowship holder is expected to cover the difference between the actual costs and the NFP subsistence allowance.

Method of Application
To apply for an NFP fellowship, you must be admitted to the master’s degree programme, short course or PhD study for which you would like to use the fellowship. Thus before applying for the scholarship, you need to apply for admissions directly at the Dutch institution that offers the degree programme of their choice.

Candidates are strongly advised to seek academic admission as early as possible to allow the institution to process your application in time. Fellowship applications then have to be submitted through Scholarships Online (SOL) by the deadline.

For detailed and complete information on how to apply for this scholarship, you should read the NFP Rules and Regulations(pdf), visit the How-to-Apply page, and also visit the official website (link to it is below).

DEADLINES:
For 2015-2015, the first deadline for fellowship applications is 4 February 2014 (Masters & Short courses). The next deadlines are 6 May 2014 (Masters & Short courses) and 7 October 2014 (PhD & Short courses). You are only allowed to apply for one NFP fellowship per deadline.

PLEASE NOTE:
A new phase of the NFP (NFP II) started on 1 July 2013. This new phase leads to policy changes which have an impact on procedures and criteria. The country list has been reduced from 62 to 50 (this change was already effective starting with the 1 October 2013 fellowship application deadline).

Do not wait until last minute to submit your application. When many applicants log into SOL at the same time, chances are the system will become overloaded and you may miss the deadline. Please note that questions received close to the deadline may have a longer response time than the usual three working days.

Each programme or course has a specific academic application deadline set by the institution. These deadlines may change during the year. Before you apply always check the website of the institution to find out which academic application deadline applies for the course or study programme you are interested in.

What has changed in the NFP programme in August 2014?
The main change is that candidates now need to apply for an NFP fellowship directly at the Dutch education institution, instead of applying with Nuffic. Only the Dutch institution will provide information about the programmes, selection criteria, application procedures and deadlines.

Different institutions may have different procedures.

Application Deadline: 7 October 2014
Open to International students: Yes

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TU Delft Excellence Scholarships (Justus & Louise Van Effen Scholarships) for International Students

Justus & Louise Van Effen Scholarships

Course(s) Offered: All fields
Course Level: Graduate (masters)
Provider: Delft University of Technology
Country to Study in: Netherlands

Scholarship Description
Within the scope of the TU Delft Excellence Scholarships, the Delft University of Technology offers the following full scholarships - Justus & Louise Van Effen Scholarships, Delft Research Initiative (DRI) Scholarships, AND TU Delft institutes scholarships.

The Foundation Justus & Louise van Effen, established with the aim of stimulating excellent international MSc students wishing to study at TU Delft, financially supports these excellent students through the Justus & Louise van Effen scholarship.

Eligibility
You must be an excellent international student admitted to any one of TU Delft’s MSc programmes.

Eligible groups
Citizens of ALL countries are eligible

Participating Institutions
Delft University of Technology (TU Delft), The Netherlands

Fields of study
Any of TU Delft’s MSc programmes

Number of awards
In total, sixteen (16) scholarships are awarded - 2 scholarships are awarded per faculty

Sponsorship duration
This is a FULL scholarship covering the whole duration of your course

Scholarship benefits
Full scholarship – coverage of tuition fees and monthly allowance for living expenses

Method of Application
To be considered for these scholarships, your complete (hard copy) application for an MSc programme must be received by TU Delft International Office before the deadline date of the preceding year. See 'DEADLINES' below for this date.

All students meeting this deadline who have been (conditionally) admitted to one of the MSc programmes of TU Delft will be considered for these scholarships. There is no separate application procedure for these scholarships.

Applications for admissions for 2015-2017 will open by September 2014.

It is important to visit the official website (link to it is below) for detailed information on how to apply for this scholarship.

DEADLINES:
All required documentation must be received by the university before 1 November of the preceding year.

PLEASE NOTE:
As there is no separate application procedure for these scholarships, you cannot apply yourself.

Students who have been granted a scholarship will be informed by TU Delft per email by mid March. Only those students who have been selected will be contacted regarding this scholarship.

The Justus & Louise Van Effen Scholarships is financed by the legacy of Justus and Louise van Effen. Mr. van Effen studied at TU Delft in the 1940’s and strongly believed technological developments contribute to solving society’s issues.

Application Deadline: 1 November 2014
Open to International Applicants: Yes

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List of Top Scholarships in the Netherlands for International Students

Top Scholarships in Netherlands

Aside that Dutch institutions are highly respected and award degrees that are internationally recognized, the Netherlands is one of the top destinations for international students looking to pursue free studies in Europe.

Study & Scholarships has compiled several scholarship awards offered by Dutch Colleges and Universities, on one hand; and Dutch government and related institutions, on the other. All are scholarships for study in the Netherlands.

UN, EU and Netherlands Government Scholarships for International Students

1. Netherlands Fellowship Program
   The Netherlands Fellowship Programmes (NFP) aims to alleviate qualitative and quantitative shortages of skilled manpower within a wide range of governmental, private and non-governmental organizations. The scholarships allow candidates pursue Masters, PhD or short courses at Dutch Universities or academic institutions. It is a supplement to the candidate’s salary contributing to the expenses related to the course or study programme and cost of living for one person. It also covers the costs of tuition fees, visas, travel costs, insurance and thesis research. Each programme or course has a specific academic application deadline, set by the institution, which may change during the year...read more.
   
   
2. Erasmus Mundus Scholarships in Netherlands
   Dutch Universities participate in several study programs funded by the Erasmus Mundus Scholarships. By this, these universities enable international students to undertake participating Erasmus Mundus study programs for free. You may want to go through the complete list of Erasmus Mundus Master Courses and PhD Courses. To access Erasmus Mundus funded courses conducted in the Netherlands, you NEED to search through the list of Masters Course and PhD Courses...read more.
   
   
3. United Nations Fellowships Programme in International Law
   The United Nations International Law Fellowship Programme is a six-week course organized annually by the Codification Division of the United Nations Office of Legal Affairs. The Fellowship Programme will cover the fellowship recipient’s travel costs in economy class, medical insurance, the training material and the registration fee for The Hague Academy of International Law. The application deadline is usually 31st January every year. Applications received after this date will not usually be considered. For the 2014 fellowship, the deadline has since been announced, and the deadline for applications now extended until 1 December 2013...read more.
   
   
4. MENA Scholarship Programme
   The Middle East and North Africa (MENA) Scholarship Programme, initiated in 2007, can be used for selected short courses in the Netherlands. The MENA Scholarships are proportionally distributed among the seven participating countries - Algeria, Iraq, Lebanon, Morocco, Oman, Syria and Tunisia. Ideally, half of the scholarships are allocated to female applicants. The allowances are considered to be sufficient to cover your living expenses during the study period. You must cover any other costs from your own resources. There are two scholarship application deadlines for the MENA Scholarship Programme. Depending on the course, applications must be submitted at the Embassy either before 1 March or before 1 July...read more.
   
   
5. HSP Huygens Scholarships(Discontinued as from Jan. 1, 2012)
   The prestigious and highly competitive Huygens Scholarship Programme allows talented students to study in the Netherlands in the final phase of their bachelor’s studies or during their master’s studies. The scholarships include the following components: a generous reimbursement of tuition fees or a contribution towards bench fees for the PhD thesis; a monthly allowance of €1,380 (this includes a standard contribution towards healthcare insurance); visa fees (standard contribution); AND a one-off payment towards international travel costs (standard contribution based on nationality). The application deadline dates will vary depending on the institution concerned, however, almost all schools would have a deadline of on or before the 1st of February of each year. Please check the website of the institutions you are interested in...read more.
   

Dutch Colleges and Universities Scholarships for International Students

1. TU Delft Excellence Scholarships for International Students
   The Delft University of Technology offers the TU Delft Excellence Scholarships - Justus & Louise Van Effen Scholarships, Delft Research Initiative (DRI) Scholarships, AND TU Delft institutes scholarships. These are full scholarship programmes with coverage of tuition fees and monthly allowance for living expenses. Deadline for application is usually before 1 November of the preceding year.
   
   See Justus & Louise Van Effen Scholarships, Delft Research Initiative (DRI) Scholarships, AND TU Delft institutes scholarships.
   
   
2. Amsterdam Excellence Scholarships (AES) for Masters Students
   In 2014, a new prestigious scholarship programme, the Amsterdam Excellence Scholarships (AES), will be launched at University of Amsterdam, targeting exceptionally talented Master’s students from outside Europe. Students from any discipline belonging to the top 10% of graduates from their class may apply. Selection is on the basis of academic excellence, ambition and relevance for a student’s future career. The AES is a full scholarship of €25,000 (covering tuition and living expenses). Scholarship recipients will join extracurricular activities and become part of a select community. The deadline for applications varies per faculty but is either 15 January 2014 or 1 February 2014...read more.
   
   
3. Amsterdam Merit Scholarships for Undergraduate and Postgraduate Students
   Outstanding students from outside the European Economic Area (holding a non-EEA nationality) can apply for an Amsterdam Merit Scholarship (AMS) at the University of Amsterdam. Applicants will be selected on the basis of academic merit, such as grade average, letter of recommendation and motivation. The value of the grant is €6,000 - €21,000. The scholarship consists of €6,000, €9,000 or €12,000 but awards are based on the comprehensive financial plan, which should demonstrate the extent of the need for additional funding. Deadlines vary per faculty/graduate school (1st March/1st April/1st June every year). Generally however, applications for an AMS scholarship should be submitted before 1 April for September enrollment, AND before 1 August for studies starting in February...read more.
   
   
4. VU University Amsterdam Fellowship Programme
   The VU Fellowship Programme (VUFP) offers talented prospective students the unique opportunity to pursue a degree in a selection of Master’s programmes at VU University. VU University has committed to providing approximately 1 million euro towards attracting highly motivated, excellent students. The VUFP scholarship covers your tuition fee, and provides for an allowance towards study and living costs (paid out in 3 installments over the year). Please note that the scholarship does not cover all your living expenses. Deadline for completing your VUFP application is 1 March...read more.
   
   
5. Radboud University Scholarship Programme
   The Radboud Scholarship Programme offers a selected number of talented prospective non-EEA students the opportunity to receive a scholarship to pursue a complete English-taught Master’s degree programme at Radboud University Nijmegen (of one or two whole years). The scholarship is a partial tuition waiver of your tuition fees. It also covers costs like visa, residence permit, health insurance and liability insurance...read more.
   
   
6. Leiden University Excellence Scholarships
   The Leiden University Excellence Scholarship programme (LExS) is offered for excellent Non-EU/EEA students enrolling in a Leiden University master’s degree programme. Also, it is for excellent students from all nationalities enrolling in a Master of Law Advanced Programme or MSc in International Relations and Diplomacy. Depending on the award type offered, scholarship covers 25-100% of the tuition fees...read more.
   
   
7. University of Maastricht High Potential Scholarships
   Maastricht University (UM) aims to further strengthen its position as a leading European university offering high-quality education with an international orientation. To this end, scholarships are made available by the UM Scholarship Fund to encourage talented students from outside the EU/EEA to follow a Master’s programme at UM. One of these scholarships is the Maastricht University High Potential scholarship. These partial scholarships cover tuition fee, living expenses, visa costs, and insurance. The application deadlines and the way to send in the scholarship application form differ per faculty. For almost all the faculties, however, deadlines will fall on 1st December, 1st February or 1st March...read more.
   
   
8. University of Twente Scholarships
   University Twente (UT) Scholarships are for excellent international students from both EU/EEA as well as non-EU/EEA countries, applying for a graduate programme (MSc) at the University of Twente. The scholarship value varies from € 6,000 up to a maximum of € 25,000 for one year. You must have been admitted/provisionally accepted to one of the UT graduate programmes before 15 December (round 1) or 15 March (round 2). The scholarship application deadline is 30 December...read more.
   
   
9. The Hague One World Citizen Talent Scholarship
   The Hague University offers scholarships to outstanding international students who would like to pursue their bachelor programme in the University. At €5,000 each, the scholarships cover almost two-thirds of the total first year university’s tuition fee and will only be awarded once. The application deadline date is usually 1st Apri...read more.
   
   
10. Utrecht University Excellence Scholarships
    Each year, the Utrecht Excellence Scholarship offers a number of highly talented prospective students the opportunity to pursue a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a selected number of fields at Utrecht University. Selected students are awarded a scholarship of up to 28,350 euro per year; however, the grant is not necessarily a full scholarship, and it may be necessary to find additional funding to finance study and stay completely. Prospective Bachelor's students who wish to be considered for the scholarship should apply for their course admission before 1 April; while prospective Master's students should apply for their course admission before 1 December...read more.
    
    
11. Erik Bleumink Scholarships for Developing Countries at University of Groningen
    The Eric Bleumink Fund Scholarships provide financial support to Master’s students (and, in the past, also PhD students) from developing countries wishing to pursue a Master’s degree (and also, in the past, a doctorate). The grant covers tuition fee, costs of international travel, subsistence, books, and health insurance. Applications start mid October of previous year and end mid January of year of award...read more.
    
    
12. Talent for Governance Training Scholarships
    Talent for Governance enables ambitious, young civil servants working for local governments in developing and transitional countries to follow an international Talent programme in the Netherlands, which consists of a training course at The Hague Academy for Local Governance in The Netherlands, followed by an internship in a Dutch municipality or province and a Networking event. Award covers all living expenses during the stay in the Netherlands, travel and accommodation costs, meals and training participation fee of the chosen training course. The scholar covers any other costs from their own resources. Application deadline is usually early January..read more.
    
    
13. Paul Speijer Fund Awards for African Students
    The Paul Speijer Fund provides African students with the opportunity to follow the Master Plant Sciences and Agronomy at Wageningen University. It supports nearly fifty (50) students from developing countries giving them the chance to study at the University. After graduation, most of them return to their country and contribute to sustainable development. The Application Deadline Date for the aul Speijer Fund Awards is 31 March...read more.

Non-Governmental and Private Scholarships in Netherlands for International Students

1. WWF Prince Bernhard Scholarships for Nature Conservation
   The WWF Prince Bernhard Scholarships (PBS) are awarded to individuals from East and South who wish to pursue formal studies or professional training in the field of conservation. The maximum amount for any one scholarship under this scheme is CHF 10,000, and preferential consideration is given to requests for less than CHF 10,000. The deadline for submission of all applications is mid-January of each year...read more.
   

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