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Netherlands · Scholarship · Reviewed 2026-10-15

Maastricht University Holland-High Potential Global Scholarship

Prestigious full scholarship funded by the Dutch Ministry of Education and Maastricht University, covering full tuition and living expenses for outstanding non-EU students.

Official university details ↗Research checked, not sponsored

Application checklist & requirements

These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.

Academic degree / Prerequisites
Top 5% ranking in undergraduate bachelor's degree from an accredited international university.
English language proficiency
IELTS Academic 7.0 overall with minimum 6.5 in all sub-tests (or TOEFL iBT 100).
Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
Standardized testing not required for Dutch university master's admissions.
Thesis / Research statement
Scholarly writing sample and personal motivation letter demonstrating academic excellence.
Recommendation letters
Two academic reference letters from senior university professors.

How much will it cost? How much funding is available?

Financial support / stipend
Full scholarship: 100% tuition waiver plus €12,350 living stipend, health insurance, and visa costs
Application fee
€100 application handling fee
Tuition / joining costs
Full tuition waiver covering up to €16,500 annual international master's tuition

Dates and verification

Application deadline
01 February 2027 (Annual High Potential Scholarship Deadline)
Last source review
2026-10-15

Important verification note

Facts reflect official FASoS Research Institute documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.

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