Bourses Master Internationales VU Amsterdam 2027

Contexte

Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam (VU Amsterdam) offers a range of scholarship opportunities for international students applying for Master’s programmes in the Netherlands. The university provides its own scholarships as well as opportunities funded by external organisations and region-specific scholarship providers.

The scholarship opportunities are particularly relevant to students from non-EU/EEA countries who are required to pay higher tuition fees. Available funding includes the VU Fellowship Programme (VUFP), NL Scholarship, faculty-specific opportunities and a selection of external international and regional scholarships. The call to apply opens on 1 November 2026. Prospective students should check the eligibility and deadline requirements for both their chosen Master’s programme and the specific scholarship they intend to pursue.

Missions et responsabilités

• VU Fellowship Programme: The VU Fellowship Programme (VUFP) is a merit-based scholarship offered by VU Amsterdam to eligible incoming Master’s students, providing a tuition fee waiver and intended for students from non-EU/EEA countries who pay higher tuition fees. It can be combined with the NL Scholarship, potentially providing additional financial support towards living costs. Applicants should carefully review specific VUFP eligibility criteria and application procedure because admission to a Master’s programme and scholarship selection may involve separate requirements.
• NL Scholarship: Formerly known as the Holland Scholarship Programme, it is another funding opportunity providing a contribution towards living costs, combinable with the VU Fellowship Programme for eligible students. Financially supported by VUvereniging, a social network of people connected to Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam. Students should verify current scholarship conditions, eligible programmes and application requirements before applying.
• Other Scholarships Offered by VU Amsterdam: In addition to VUFP and NL Scholarship, VU Amsterdam lists other opportunities for international Master’s students, including scholarships offered through the School of Business and Economics for MBA students. Availability and eligibility requirements differ according to the programme, faculty and applicant’s background. Applicants should confirm whether their intended degree programme qualifies for a particular scholarship.
• Global Scholarships from External Organisations: VU Amsterdam highlights several scholarships provided by external organisations, open to students from different countries and academic backgrounds, although eligibility depends on the individual scholarship and Master’s programme.
• Regional Scholarship Opportunities: Information is provided about scholarships targeted at students from particular regions.
• Other Funding Options: Students who do not qualify for a VU Amsterdam scholarship can explore information on other funding options, including financial support and loans. VU Amsterdam provides dedicated guidance for incoming students who need alternative ways to finance their studies.

Profil recherché

• Incoming Master’s students, primarily aimed at students from non-EU/EEA countries who pay higher tuition fees.
• Eligibility varies significantly between scholarships. Some global scholarships may be available to students from all countries, while other opportunities are restricted according to nationality, region, academic programme or field of study.
• Candidates for global scholarships include listings such as: Aon Scholarship, ASML Technology Scholarship, Russell E. Train Fellowships (WWF Food Systems Fellowship), ECB Scholarship for Women, GyanDhan Scholarship.
• Candidates from regional opportunities targeted at students from Asia, North America, South America, Australia, Africa, and Europe.
• Applicants who clearly demonstrate academic merit where required and provide accurate information about educational background, programme choice and motivation.

Conditions et avantages

• Tuition fee waiver via the VU Fellowship Programme (VUFP).
• Contribution towards living costs via the NL Scholarship.
• Potential combination of VUFP and NL Scholarship for eligible non-EU/EEA students.
• Access to multiple funding routes in one place, including university-funded, externally funded and region-specific opportunities.

Dossier de candidature

• Master’s admission application materials
• Scholarship application materials
• Information and documentation regarding academic merit, educational background, programme choice, and motivation

Comment postuler

The call to apply opens on 1 November 2026. Scholarship deadlines may vary depending on the specific funding opportunity and Master’s programme.

Prospective applicants should begin by identifying Master’s programmes at VU Amsterdam that match their academic background and career goals, then determine compatible scholarships. Applicants should carefully review each scholarship’s eligibility criteria rather than applying on the assumption that all opportunities have the same requirements, and begin preparing materials well before the relevant deadlines.

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Reference: VU Amsterdam Incoming Master Scholarships 2027