The Utrecht Excellence Scholarship (UES) offers talented international students an opportunity to pursue their undergraduate or master’s degrees at Utrecht University, one of the top universities in the Netherlands. This highly selective program provides full tuition and financial support for selected programs, welcoming candidates from around the world.
- 🎓 The Utrecht Excellence Scholarship (UES) offers full tuition and financial support for talented international students pursuing Undergraduate or master’s programs at Utrecht University.
- 🌍 Utrecht University, founded in 1636, is among the oldest globally, with a diverse student body from 120 countries.
- 🏆 UU ranks in the top 1% worldwide and has a Nobel Prize-winning legacy, producing 12 laureates.
- 🌱 Committed to sustainability, UU aims for carbon neutrality by 2030 and ranks high in global green metrics.
- 🎓 Eligible programs include Arts, Biomedical Science, Criminology, History, Linguistics, Mathematics, and more.
- 📄 Requirements include being in the top 10% of your class, holding a non-EU/EEA passport, and completing prior education outside the Netherlands.
- 💼 The scholarship covers tuition fees and can include living expenses for up to two years for master’s programs.
Designation
Utrecht Excellence Scholarship (UES)
Table
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Eligible Programs | Undergraduate and Master’s degrees in selected subjects |
| Eligible Subjects | Arts and Culture, Biomedical Science, Criminology, History, History of Art and Film, Linguistics, Mathematics, Media, Music, Philosophy, Psychology, Social Science, Sociology |
| Funding | Tuition fee or tuition fee plus living expenses |
| Duration | 1-2 years (renewable for two-year master’s programs) |
| Deadline | 1 February 2025 |
Research Area
- Arts and Culture
- Biomedical Science
- Criminology
- History
- History of Art and Film
- Linguistics
- Mathematics
- Media
- Music
- Philosophy
- Psychology
- Social Science
- Sociology
Location
Utrecht University, Utrecht, Netherlands
Eligibility/Qualification
To be eligible for the Utrecht Excellence Scholarship, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Be in the top 10% of your graduating class.
- Hold a non-EU/EEA passport and not be eligible for support under the Dutch study grant and loan system.
- Have completed secondary school and/or a bachelor’s degree outside the Netherlands.
- Apply for an international master’s program with a starting date of September 1, 2023, for which the Utrecht Excellence Scholarship is applicable.
Description
The Utrecht Excellence Scholarship is designed to attract top-tier international students to pursue their studies at Utrecht University. Scholarships can cover tuition fees or tuition fees plus living expenses. The selection process is competitive and emphasizes academic quality, motivation, and the overall quality of both the scholarship application and the master’s program application.
How to Apply
- Submit an application for a UES-eligible master’s program by logging into the OSIRIS Online Application account.
- Fill out the application for the Utrecht Excellence Scholarship linked to your chosen program.
- Upload required documents, including proof of belonging to the top 10% of your class (class ranking certificate, GPA summary, etc.), a motivation letter, and any other requested documentation.
- Ensure that all applications are complete and submitted before the deadline.
Last Date to Apply
1 February 2025
For more information about the scholarship and to apply, please visit Utrecht University.
