Maastricht University NL-High Potential Scholarship 2027–28 in the Netherlands (Fully Funded)
18 fully funded master's scholarships at Maastricht University in the Netherlands for non-EU students. Full tuition waiver plus monthly stipend. Apply for your programme by December 10, 2026, and for the scholarship by February 1, 2027.
About Maastricht University
Maastricht University (UM) is one of Europe's most international universities, located in the historic city of Maastricht in the south of the Netherlands. It's known for its Problem-Based Learning approach, where students work in small groups to solve real-world problems instead of just sitting through lectures. Its classrooms bring together students from all over the world.
What is the NL-High Potential Scholarship?
The UM NL-High Potential Scholarship is one of Maastricht University's most valuable awards for international students. Each academic year, it offers 18 full scholarships to highly talented students from outside the European Union who have been admitted to a master's programme at UM.
The scholarship combines two funding sources:
- The High Potential Scholarship, funded by the Maastricht University Scholarship Fund
- The NL Scholarship, funded by the Dutch Ministry of Education, Culture and Science together with Dutch universities
Important dates
- Programme applications open: October 1, 2026
- Master's programme application deadline: December 10, 2026 (your full application file must be submitted and meet all admission requirements)
- Scholarship application deadline: February 1, 2027
- Study starts: September 2027
Important: there are two deadlines. You must apply for your master's programme first, by December 10, 2026, and then apply for the scholarship by February 1, 2027.
What does the scholarship cover?
- Full tuition fee waiver for your master's programme
- A monthly stipend to help cover living costs in the Netherlands
- Support for the standard duration of your programme (one or two years)
Stipend amounts may change for 2027–28, so check the official page for the latest figures before you apply.
Who can apply?
You must meet all of these requirements:
- You hold the nationality of a country outside the EU/EEA, Switzerland, or Suriname.
- You don't hold dual nationality from an EU/EEA country or Switzerland.
- You meet the requirements for a Dutch entry visa and residence permit.
- You've applied to a participating full-time master's programme at Maastricht University for 2027–28 and submitted your full application file before December 10, 2026.
- By the scholarship deadline of February 1, 2027, you've met all registration requirements, except legal residence, tuition payment, and a hard copy of your diploma.
- You have excellent academic results. Check the official page for the exact grade requirement.
- You agree to act as a UM ambassador during and after your studies, sharing your experience with future students.
If you already hold a residence permit for another Schengen country, it must be valid until at least September 2, 2027. Otherwise, you'll need to apply from your home country through the regular Dutch visa (MVV) process.
Which programmes are eligible?
Only the master's programmes below are eligible for the UM NL-High Potential Scholarship 2027–28. Always confirm your programme on the official participating programmes list before applying, as the list can be updated.
Faculty of Arts & Social Sciences
MA Arts and Culture: Arts and Heritage MA Arts and Culture: Modern Political Culture MA Arts and Culture: Contemporary Literature and Arts MA European Studies
Faculty of Law
LLM European Law School: European Business Law LLM European Law School: European Public Law & Governance LLM European Law School: General Programme LLM European Law School: Law for a Sustainable Europe LLM European Law School: Law & AI LLM Forensics, Criminology and Law LLM Globalisation and Law: Corporate and Commercial Law LLM Globalisation and Law: General Programme LLM Globalisation and Law: Human Rights LLM Globalisation and Law: International Trade and Investment Law LLM International and European Tax Law: International and European Tax Law LLM International and European Tax Law: Customs and International Supply Chain Taxation LLM International and European Tax Law: Tax and Technology LLM Advanced Master in Intellectual Property Law and Knowledge Management MSc Advanced Master in Intellectual Property Law and Knowledge Management
Faculty of Health, Medicine and Life Sciences
MSc Epidemiology MSc Global Health MSc Governance and Leadership in European Public Health MSc Health and Digital Transformation MSc Health Promotion MSc Healthcare Policy, Innovation and Management MSc Human Movement Sciences: Health and Rehabilitation MSc Human Movement Sciences: Sports and Nutrition
Faculty of Psychology & Neuroscience
MSc Forensic Psychology MSc Psychology: Developmental Psychology Research Master Cognitive and Clinical Neuroscience: Fundamental Neuroscience
School of Business and Economics
MSc Financial Economics MSc International Business: Accounting and Business Information Technology MSc International Business: Organisation, Management, Change and Consultancy MSc International Business: Strategy and Innovation MSc Learning and Development in Organisations
How to apply
- Check the participating programmes list for 2027–28 on the official Maastricht University website.
- Apply for your master's programme through Studielink and submit your complete application file before December 10, 2026.
- Meet all admission requirements for your programme.
- Prepare your scholarship application, including a motivation letter using the official Maastricht University template.
- Submit your scholarship application before February 1, 2027.
Simple tips
- Apply early for your programme. Missing the December 10 deadline means you can't be considered for the scholarship.
- Make sure your file is complete. Incomplete applications won't count.
- Check your grades against the official academic requirement before you apply.
- Write a strong motivation letter that explains why you chose your programme, what you'll bring to UM, and how you'll use your degree in the future.
- Use the official template for your motivation letter.
- Start your visa research early, especially if you need an MVV visa.
Why this scholarship is worth it
- Study at one of Europe's most international universities.
- Learn through Problem-Based Learning in small international groups.
- Live in the Netherlands, close to Belgium and Germany, at the heart of Europe.
- Graduate without tuition debt.
- Build a global network of classmates and alumni.
Apply here
Ready to apply? Find the full scholarship details, participating programmes list, and application instructions on the official page: https://www.maastrichtuniversity.nl/studeren/toelating-inschrijving/financing-your-studies/scholarships/maastricht-university-nl-high
For questions, email hhp.scholarship@maastrichtuniversity.nl.
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| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Organization | Maastricht University (with Dutch Ministry of Education) |
| Region / Country | Maastricht, Netherlands |
| Deadline | Programme: Dec 10, 2026; Scholarship: Feb 1, 2027 |
| Level | Master's |
| Funding | Fully Funded (tuition waiver + monthly stipend) |
WorldOpportunitiesHub is an independent information platform. We are not affiliated with or endorsed by Maastricht University (with Dutch Ministry of Education). Always verify details on the official website before applying.