Apply Now: UM Bright Talents Scholarship in the Netherlands 2025

Scholarship Overview

The UM Bright Talents Scholarship at Maastricht University provides full-coverage scholarships for top-performing non-EU/EEA students.

This scholarship includes a tuition fee waiver, monthly stipends, and other benefits.

It is an excellent opportunity for international students to pursue a master’s degree in Europe, especially those with strong potential for personal and academic growth.

Host Country: Netherlands

Category: Postgraduate Scholarships | Masters Scholarships

Eligible Countries: All Countries

Reward: Full Scholarship | €15,925 Stipend/Year | Travel Costs | Accommodation

No IELTS Required

Deadline: February 1, 2025

Key Benefits

Full Scholarship: Tuition fees are fully covered for the duration of the program.
Monthly Stipend: €15,925 per year (€1,225 per month) for living expenses.
Accommodation: A mandatory room will be provided to scholarship recipients.
Travel Costs: Financial assistance for travel expenses.
No IELTS Required: Alternative English language proof may be accepted.

Scholarship Details

The Maastricht University Bright Talents Scholarship aims to support international students who are admitted to one of the university’s master’s programs connected to the Brightlands campi. These campi focus on innovation in areas such as chemistry, materials, health, agrifood, data science, and smart digital services. The program encourages collaboration between entrepreneurs, researchers, and students.

Eligibility Requirements

To be eligible for the UM Bright Talents Scholarship 2025, applicants must meet the following criteria:

Must hold nationality outside the EU/EEA and Switzerland.
Must meet the visa and residence permit requirements for the Netherlands.
Cannot hold dual nationality from an EU/EEA country or Switzerland.
Must not have completed a degree-seeking program in the Netherlands (exchange students are eligible).
Must be younger than 35 years on September 1, 2025.
Must commit to being an active ambassador for Brightlands and UM during and after the scholarship period.
Must apply for a participating master’s program at UM for the 2025-2026 academic year.
Must meet the specific admission requirements of the master’s program at UM.

Required Documents

To apply for the UM Bright Talents Scholarship, you will need to submit the following documents:

Application Form
Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Letter of Motivation
Proof of Academic Excellence
Personal Statement of Financial Need
Reference Letter
Contact Details of One Referee

Application Process: Step-by-Step Guide

Step 1: Register for a Master’s Program Register for one of the participating master’s programs at Maastricht University through Studielink. After registering, you will receive a student ID number, which is necessary to complete the scholarship application.

Step 2: Complete the Scholarship Application Log in using your UM account and fill in the scholarship application form. Ensure you upload all the required documents in the appropriate format (.doc, .docx, or PDF).

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