🇳🇱 Study in Netherlands for Free: University of Twente Scholarship (UTS) for 2025/2026

Are you an exceptional student aiming to pursue a Master’s degree in Europe? The University of Twente Scholarship (UTS) presents a remarkable opportunity for high-achieving students from non-EU/EER countries to enroll in a Master’s programme at the prestigious University of Twente, Netherlands, for the 2025/2026 academic year.

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What is the University of Twente Scholarship (UTS)?

What is the University of Twente Scholarship (UTS)?

The University of Twente Scholarship (UTS) is a merit-based financial award designed to support academically outstanding students from non-EU/EER countries. The scholarship not only helps cover your educational expenses but also provides an exclusive chance to join one of the university’s renowned Honours Programmes, such as:

Research Honours
Design Honours
Change Leaders

With up to 50 scholarships available, recipients can receive financial assistance ranging from €3,000 to €22,000 for one academic year.

Benefits of the UTS

Generous Financial Support: Award amounts range between €3,000 and €22,000, easing the financial burden of tuition and study-related expenses.
Additional Funding for Two-Year Programmes: Students enrolled in two-year Master’s programmes may qualify for a second-year scholarship of equal value, provided they meet academic requirements.
Kipaji Scholarship Opportunity: UTS recipients may also be eligible for the Kipaji Scholarship, which requires a separate application. To apply, indicate your interest in your motivation letter.

Who Can Apply?

To qualify for the UTS, applicants must meet the following criteria:

Non-EU/EER Student Status: This scholarship is exclusively available to non-EU/EER students.
Admission to a Master’s Programme: You must have a (provisional) admission letter for a qualifying Master’s programme starting in September 2025.
Valid Student Number: A student number from the University of Twente is required.
English Proficiency: Demonstrate language skills with an Academic IELTS score of 6.5 (minimum 6.0 in speaking) or a TOEFL iBT score of 90 (minimum 20 in speaking).
Outstanding Academic Record: Applicants should rank among the top 5–10% of their graduating class.
Visa Requirements: Meet the Dutch visa regulations, if applicable.
No Previous Graduation: Applicants should not have graduated from any University of Twente programme.

Note: The scholarship is not available for EU/EER students, pre-Master’s programme students, or those in the Faculty of Geo-Information Science and Earth Observation (ITC).

Eligible Master’s Programmes

The UTS is open to a wide range of Master’s programmes, including but not limited to:

Computer Science
Applied Mathematics
Biomedical Engineering
Robotics
Mechanical Engineering
Sustainable Energy Technology
Environmental & Energy Management

For the complete list of eligible programmes, visit the University of Twente Scholarship Finder.

Important Dates

Applications for the UTS are accepted in two rounds:

Round 1

Opens: 15 October 2024, 09:00 CET
Closes: 1 February 2025, 16:00 CET

Round 2

Opens: 1 February 2025, 16:00 CET
Closes: 1 May 2025, 16:00 CET

Don’t miss this incredible chance! Apply Now and take the first step toward an exceptional academic journey at the University of Twente.

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