OpenFieldUniversity of Groningen Eric Bleumink Fund (EBF) Full Scholarships
Premier prestigious fellowship fund at the University of Groningen covering complete tuition fees, living expenses, international airfare, and health insurance for outstanding Master's candidates from eligible developing nations.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- Academic excellence in Bachelor's degree (top 5–10% of graduating class).
- English language proficiency
- Meet the English proficiency requirement of the chosen Master's program (typically IELTS 6.5+).
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- Not required by Dutch universities.
- Thesis / Publications
- Curriculum vitae and personal motivation letter demonstrating leadership and commitment to home country development.
- Recommendation letters
- Two academic letters of recommendation from undergraduate professors and official provisional admission to RUG.
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- Fully funded: 100% full tuition fee coverage, international round-trip airfare, monthly living allowance, comprehensive health insurance, and books
- Application fee
- €100 application fee for non-EEA applicants
- Tuition / joining costs
- Full tuition completely waived for 1- or 2-year Master's degree programs.
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- December 1, 2026 (Annual Master's admission deadline for February nomination)
- Last source review
- 2026-10-14
Important verification note
Facts reflect official University of Groningen documentation reviewed 2026-10-14. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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