NetherlandsPublic UniversityCheck Scholarship LinkVU Amsterdam (Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam)
جامعة VU أمستردام (Vrije Universiteit)
ForsaEduforsaedu.comAbout the scholarship program
Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam is a Dutch public university that offers the VU Fellowship Programme (VUFP), a full or partial tuition waiver for outstanding non-EU/EEA master's students.
Funding Types & Coverage Benefits
This scholarship provides a comprehensive funding package covering your academic journey:
Tuition Waiver
Full or partial; extends to year two if all first-year credits are passed.
NL Scholarship
€5,000 towards living costs for a limited number of fellows.
Available Fields & Specializations
Supported academic disciplines and specialization fields eligible for application:
All Accredited Academic Fields Open
This scholarship accepts applications across all accredited programs and disciplines at participating universities, according to the official call.
Available Study Programs & Tracks (1)
VU Amsterdam Fellowship Programme (VUFP) for Master's Students 2027/28
Documents required for this scholarship
Check off prepared documents to track your application readiness:
Requirements vary by program and intake — always confirm the final list on the official application page.
Eligibility & Admission Criteria
- Bachelor's GPA equivalent to at least a Dutch 8.0.
- Admission to a full-time, English-taught master's starting in September; only one programme may be applied for.
- No degree from a Dutch institution; fellows act as international student ambassadors.
- Open to holders of a passport from outside the EU/EEA and Switzerland who pay the higher (non-EU) tuition fee.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Key questions and answers regarding eligibility, documents, and application steps for 2026 / 2027.
Funding type: Check Scholarship Link. Announced benefits: Tuition Waiver, NL Scholarship.
Eligible levels: Master.
Next cycle not announced yet. Follow the official website for updates.
Required documents: VUFP-NLS application form, Bachelor's transcript, Grading scale explanation.
Apply directly on the official website: https://vu.nl/en/education/more-about/vu-fellowship-programme. ForsaEdu does not receive applications or charge any fee.
Scholarship Summary
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