UM NL Global Studies Scholarship 2027 at Maastricht University

The UM NL Global Studies Scholarship gives one top-performing incoming bachelor student per academic year a full-coverage place on the Global Studies programme at Maastricht University. It targets students with financial need and strong personal development potential, and the award covers the three years of the bachelor's programme.

Who can apply

You must hold the nationality of a country that is eligible to receive Official Development Assistance from the OECD, with one named exception, and meet the visa and residence permit requirements for the Netherlands. Dual nationality with an EU or EEA country rules you out. You must have applied for and be conditionally admitted to the Global Studies bachelor's programme for the coming academic year. You must not hold a diploma from a higher education institution, and you must be no older than 35 on the start date. Scholars also commit to acting as ambassadors for the programme and the university.

What the scholarship covers

Living expenses of EUR 20,150 per academic year are paid to the student, health and liability insurance is arranged and paid for by the university's International Services Desk, and tuition fees are covered. The scholarship lasts 36 months. Air tickets are not included, so plan for that cost yourself.

Deadline and documents

Applications are open from 1 October 2026 until 1 February 2027 at 23:59 CET. First apply for the programme to receive your student number, then complete the scholarship form with your CV, a motivation letter, proof of academic excellence, a statement of financial needs and a reference letter. Only one submission is possible, and documents cannot be added afterwards.