In the Netherlands, there is the University of University of Amsterdam, Leiden University, Eindhoven University of Technology and many other world-class universities that one can choose to study at but there is actually one university that would always stand out and that is the Utrecht University.
The Utrecht University is known to be regularly part of some of the the most outstanding and commonly known top universities in the Netherlands and even around the world, this article will give more hints on why this is so. Just the fact that this particular university stays atop frequently is just one out of several other feats that we would be talking about further down this article.
Furthering your studies at a university like this is definitely going to be a huge investment and let us not try to sugar-coat it, it would be expensive if you are planning on going down this path. “Then, how do we even get to study there?”, “How would I even fund my tuition and other expenses there?”, “How can I cut down study costs at Utrecht University?”.
If you are reading this now, and these aforementioned questions are bothering you, worry less because in this article, we are going to be looking into how you can easily find your way around dealing with study costs via accessible scholarships which would also be listed further down this article.
Just before we go any further into interesting details, let us talk on why you should pick the Utrecht University as a place for studying.
Why Study at Utrecht University?
Formerly regarded as Rijksuniversiteit Utrecht, the Utrecht University is (and will always be) one of the best universities that the Netherlands has and looking at its progressive nature of education, it has never seemed to dim its bright shine. Since its establishment hundreds of years back, this university has remained on top and is still one of the oldest universities in the Netherlands.
The Utrecht University has produced about 12 Nobel Prize laureates and many other well-known individuals who have contributed towards the growth of today’s world. There are currently over 35 thousand students studying at the Utrecht University and do you want to know you should be excited about this piece of information?
The reality here is that you can actually become part of those thousands of students who are currently chasing their educational objectives and goals at the Utrecht University.
You can get the chance to be part of a school that has top-notch learning facilities, quality educational system, skilled tutors ready to out students through, a multi-cultural learning community and also lots of several scholarship opportunities available to students.
If you are reading this now, then you should be interested in the scholarships that this university has to offer and the good news is that there are lots of them available. If you are an international student whose wish is to study at the Utrecht University, some of these scholarships will be listed below and if you have it in mind to apply, be sure to visit the official website.
1. Utrecht Excellence Scholarships (UES)
The Utrecht Excellence Scholarship (UES) from the Utrecht University is actually a highly selective programme for talented international students who wish to study for a master’s degree at this university.
This scholarship programme is looking to support students from outside the European Economic Area (EEA = the EU countries, Liechtenstein, Iceland and Norway).
If you eventually become a successful awardee of the Utrecht Excellence Scholarships, you get to receive either the tuition fee, or the tuition fee plus the income required for a period of one year linked to a residence permit for study.
Eligibility
Before you can be considered eligible for this scholarship, you must:
Belong to the top 10% of your graduating class.
Have already completed your secondary school and/or bachelor’s degree outside the Netherlands.
Not possess an EU/EEA passport.
Not be eligible for support under the Dutch study grant and loan system.
Have applied for an international master’s programme with a start date of 1 September 2023.
Just so you know, the scholarship can be renewed for the second year of two-year master’s programmes.
Deadline
The deadline for the Utrecht Excellence Scholarships is set to be on the 31st of January, 2023 and prospective students who wish to be considered for the scholarship must apply before then. To apply, CLICK HERE.
2. Holland Scholarship
Approximately 20 Holland scholarships are to be given out for the 2023-2024 academic year and if you’re an aspiring student at the Utrecht University, you should go for this. This scholarship is actually financed by the Dutch Ministry of Education, Culture and Science and many other Dutch universities.
This scholarship is for international students who wish to study for a master’s degree in the Netherlands. If you eventually receive the Holland Scholarship, you get the chance to receive either €5,000, €10,000 and €15,000. Even if you are enrolled in a two-year programme, you will receive the scholarship amount in the first year of your studies.
Eligibility
Before you can be considered eligible for this scholarship, you must:
Not possess an EU/EEA passport.
Not be eligible for support under the Dutch study grant and loan system.
Have never enrolled at an educational institution in the Netherlands.
Have applied for an international master’s programme at Utrecht University with a start date of 1 September 2023.
Deadline
The deadline for the Holland Scholarships is set to be on the 31st of January, 2023 and prospective students who wish to be considered for the scholarship must apply before then. To apply, CLICK HERE.
3. Bright Minds Fellowships
The Bright Minds Fellowships was introduced back in 2017 by Utrecht University and since then, its aim has been to attract and retain talented students from a broad range of backgrounds.
There are approximately scholarships available and its amounts has been stated to be €5,000 or €10,000. The Bright Minds Fellowships are actually made possible by Utrecht University alumni and also the Utrecht University Fund.
Eligible
Before you can be considered eligible for this scholarship, you must:
Be a student with an EU/EEA passport (including Dutch).
Have applied for a master’s programme at Utrecht University.
Be starting your master’s programme at Utrecht University in September 2023.
Have shown academic achievement in their previous studies.
Deadline
The deadline for the Bright Mind Fellowships is set to be on the 31st of January, 2023 and students must complete their online application form before then.