2026/2027 University of Twente Scholarship (UTS) – Netherlands

Location: Netherlands

Program: Postgraduate Degrees (Masters Program)

Eligibility: Non-EU/EEA Students

Duration: 1 to 2 Years

Deadline: May 1, 2026

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The University of Twente Scholarship (UTS) is a merit-based award for outstanding non-EU/EEA students applying to a Master’s (MSc) programme at the University of Twente. Valued between €3,000 and €22,000 per year, the scholarship is designed to support students who rank in the top 5–10% of their graduating class. For two-year programmes, the UTS can be renewed for the second year if students maintain an average grade of 7/10 and obtain at least 50% of credits by the end of the third quartile.

The University of Twente (UT) is a research university in Enschede, Netherlands, known for its entrepreneurial spirit and focus on technology, innovation, and societal impact. Established in 1961, UT offers over 25 English-taught Master’s programmes spanning engineering, sciences, social sciences, and management, delivered on a modern, green campus consistently ranked among Europe’s most beautiful.

Benefits of the Scholarship

This scholarship will provide the following to its recipients:

Scholarship award between €3,000 and €22,000 for Year 1
Renewable for Year 2 if academic progress requirements are met (average grade 7/10, 50% credits obtained)
Freedom to use scholarship funds for any study-related expenses (no costs paid on behalf of student)
Opportunity to apply for additional Kipaji Scholarship (for eligible African students starting September 2026)

The fund awarded can be used by recipients to cover:

Tuition
Accommodation
Books and study materials
Other benefits

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Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for this scholarship, applicants must meet the following:

Must be a non-EU/EEA national
Must have been provisionally or fully admitted to a qualifying UT Master’s programme starting September 2026
Must hold a UT student number at the time of scholarship application
Must not have previously graduated from a University of Twente undergraduate or graduate programme
Must rank in the top 5–10% of graduating class at home university (self-assessment required)
Must meet English language requirement: IELTS Academic 6.5 overall with 6.0 minimum in speaking (or TOEFL iBT 90 with 20 minimum in speaking)
Must comply with Dutch entry visa conditions (if applicable)
Must not be eligible for a Dutch study loan
Must not pay the statutory tuition fee (applies to students with Dutch residence permits)

Note: Kindly check the official webpage for full and detailed requirements

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Selection Criteria

Candidates are assessed on academic excellence, with priority given to students ranking in the top 5–10% of their graduating class at their home university. The scholarship amount (ranging from €3,000 to €22,000) reflects the selection committee’s evaluation of each candidate’s academic merit and potential contribution to the UT community.