Summary
The Minerva Scholarship Fund (MSF) 2026 offers an excellent opportunity for outstanding students at Leiden University to receive funding for exceptional study, research, or internship projects abroad. Established by the Minerva Scholarship Fund Foundation, this scholarship aims to enhance international experiences for academically inclined students across various disciplines.
- 🎓 Scholarship Overview
The Minerva Scholarship Fund (MSF) 2026 supports Leiden University students for study, research, or internships abroad, providing funding for exceptional projects. - 🌍 Eligibility
Open to Bachelor’s and Master’s students of all nationalities enrolled at Leiden University. PhD programs and full Master’s degrees are not eligible. - 💰 Funding Amount
Grants range from €900 to €2,000 to cover research costs, international travel, and living expenses abroad. - 📚 Fields of Study
All faculties at Leiden University can apply, including Archaeology, Humanities, Medicine, Governance & Global Affairs, Law, Social & Behavioural Sciences, Science, and Education. - ✨ Project Criteria
Projects must be innovative, prestigious, and conducted abroad, including research, study, or internships that enhance academic knowledge and personal development. - 📝 Required Documents
Completed application form, project proposal details, and relevant academic/personal documents. - ⏰ Deadlines
Two rounds per year: 15 April 2026 and 15 November 2026. - 🚀 Application Process
Download the form from the MSF website, complete it, attach supporting documents, and submit before the deadline. - 📸 Obligation
Submit a project report with images within 3 months after completing the project. - ⚠️ Disclaimer
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Designation
Minerva Scholarship Fund 2026
Details Table
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Host University | Leiden University |
| Host Country | Netherlands |
| Study Level | Bachelor’s and Master’s |
| Scholarship Amount | €900 – €2,000 |
| Application Deadlines | 15 April 2026 & 15 November 2026 |
| Fields of Study | All faculties at Leiden University |
| Obligations After Funding | Submit project report within 3 months post-completion |
Research Area
- Archaeology
- Humanities
- Medicine (LUMC)
- Governance and Global Affairs
- Law
- Social and Behavioural Sciences
- Science
- Education (ICLON)
Location
Leiden University, Netherlands
Eligibility/Qualification
- Must be enrolled as a Bachelor’s or Master’s student at Leiden University.
- Open to students of all nationalities.
- The project must be an exceptional study, research, or internship abroad.
- Full PhD programs and Master’s degrees are not eligible.
Job Description
The Minerva Scholarship Fund is designed to provide financial assistance for innovative and high-quality projects that enhance academic knowledge and personal development outside the Netherlands. The scholarship supports:
- Research expenses
- International travel costs
- Living expenses abroad
How to Apply
- Visit the official Minerva Scholarship Fund website.
- Download and complete the application form.
- Gather necessary supporting documents related to the project proposal.
- Submit the complete application dossier to the provided address before the deadline.
Last Date to Apply
- First Deadline: 15 April 2026
- Second Deadline: 15 November 2026
For more details and to apply, please visit the official Minerva Scholarship Fund website.
