Fully Funded Holland High Potential Scholarship 2027, Maastricht University
Summary
The Maastricht University Holland High Potential Scholarship 2027 offers a prestigious, fully funded financial award designed for high-achieving international students from outside the European Economic Area (EEA). This competitive scholarship supports students pursuing a full-time Master’s degree program at Maastricht University in the Netherlands, offering up to €29,000 in total funding to cover full tuition, monthly living expenses, health insurance, and visa fees.
Scholarship Overview Table
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Host University | Maastricht University (UM) |
| Host Country | Netherlands (Holland) |
| Degree Level | Master’s Degree Program |
| Financial Coverage | Fully Funded (Supported by the Dutch Ministry of Education & UM) |
| Award Value | Up to €29,000 |
| Program Duration | 13 months (1-year Master’s) or 25 months (2-year Master’s) |
| Application Deadline | 1 February 2027 |
Designation
Successful candidates will hold the designation of UM High Potential Scholar while enrolled as full-time Master’s degree students at Maastricht University.
Research Area & Faculties
The scholarship is available across several academic disciplines and participating Master’s degree programs within the following faculties at Maastricht University:
- Faculty of Arts & Social Sciences
- Faculty of Law
- Faculty of Health, Medicine, and Life Sciences
- Faculty of Science and Engineering
- Faculty of Psychology & Neuroscience
- School of Business and Economics
Location
The program is located in Maastricht, Netherlands. Maastricht University is a leading public research university known for its international academic environment and innovative Problem-Based Learning (PBL) system.
Eligibility / Qualification Requirements
To qualify for the Maastricht University Holland High Potential Scholarship 2027, applicants must fulfill the following criteria:
- Nationality: Open to all international applicants from outside the EU/EEA, Switzerland, or Surinam.
- Visa Requirements: Applicants must meet the conditions for obtaining a Dutch entry visa and residence permit.
- Academic Requirement: Applicants must hold a recognized Bachelor’s degree and meet the specific academic admission requirements of their chosen Master’s program at UM.
- Age Limit: Candidates must not be older than 35 years of age on 1 September 2027.
- Prior Study: Applicants must have never previously attended a degree-seeking program in the Netherlands.
Scholarship Description & Financial Benefits
The Maastricht University High Potential Scholarship is a comprehensive funding award designed to relieve students of financial stress so they can focus on their studies. The financial benefits include:
- Living Expenses: €12,350 (for 13-month programs) or €23,750 (for 25-month programs).
- Tuition Fee Coverage: Full coverage of tuition fees (€13,800, €15,500, or €16,800 depending on the specific program rate).
- Health & Liability Insurance: Arranged and covered for the duration of the scholarship program.
- Visa Costs: Reimbursement for Dutch entry visa application costs (€171).
- Pre-academic Training Costs: Coverage of €695 for mandatory pre-academic preparation.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should complete the following steps to submit an official scholarship application:
- Program Registration: Register for an eligible Master’s program at Maastricht University via Studielink.
- Receive UM Student ID: Once submitted, you will receive a unique UM Student ID number required for the scholarship form.
- Submit Scholarship Application: Fill out and submit the official High Potential Scholarship application form online using your UM Student ID.
- Pay Handling Fees: Ensure any mandatory program handling fees required by your academic faculty are paid prior to the deadline.
To apply directly for this opportunity, please visit the official portal link: Official Scholarship Application Link.
Last Date for Apply
The closing deadline to complete and submit all scholarship application forms and requirements is 1 February 2027. Applications submitted after this date will not be evaluated.