The RadboudScholarshipProgramme is a very selective scholarship programme. It offers talented, highly motivated, non-EEA students with outstanding study results the opportunity to be awarded a scholarship for a complete English-taught Radboud University Master’s degree programme.
Host Institution(s): Radboud University, Netherland
Scholarship Worth: Tuition reduction, Visa, Residence permit, Health insurance
Number of Awards: Several
Study Level: Masters
Nationality: International Students (non-EU/non-EEA)
DETAILS on Radboud University Master’s Scholarship Program
A Radboud Scholarship will reduce your tuition fee to € 2.314, For example, a grant holder in 2022/2026 will pay a tuition fee of only €2.314, instead of €16,000. The scholarship also covers costs for visa, residence permit, health insurance and liability insurance for your stay in the Netherlands (Aon Student Insurance).
For 2026/2027, a maximum of 26 Radboud Scholarships are available: Faculty of Arts (1), Faculty of Law (9), Faculty of Medical Sciences (1), Nijmegen School of Management (2), Faculty of Philosophy, Theology and Religious Studies (1), Faculty of Science (10), Faculty of Social Sciences (2).
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the Radboud University Master’s Scholarship Program, applicants are expected to meet the following conditions:
- Applicants must be international students
- Hold a non-EU/non-EEA passport
- Applicants who are not eligible for the lower EU/EEA tuition fee for other reasons
- Applicants who have (will obtain) a Bachelor’s degree achieved outside the Netherlands, have no degrees achieved in the Netherlands and did not receive any previous education in the Netherlands (exchange programmes excluded, provided that they are part of the bachelor’s degree achieved outside the Netherlands)
- Applicants must meet the English language proficiency requirement for the Master’s programme of their choice
- Applicants who have been fully admitted to the English-taught Master’s degree programme starting 1 September 2026, as stated in the formal letter of admission
- Applicants who are able to comply with the conditions for obtaining a visa for the Netherlands
- Applicants who are enrolled at Radboud University as a full-time student for the academic year and Master’s degree programme for which the scholarship will be awarded.
Application Procedures
How-to-Apply: To be considered for Radboud University Master’s Scholarship Program, applicants should apply by indicating during your application for admission for a Master’s programme in the OSIRIS Application system that you wish to apply for a Radboud Scholarship.
You will then be requested to upload three additional documents: two reference letters and a curriculum vitae. If you already uploaded these documents for the Master’s programme application, you can upload the same documents again for your scholarship application.
The selection for the scholarship and the admission to the Master’s programme are two separate processes: admission to the Master’s programme does not imply selection for the scholarship.
Application Deadline: February 28, 2026
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FAQs
1. Who is eligible for the 2026 Radboud University Master’s Scholarship Program?
The scholarship is open to international students (non-EU/EEA) who have been admitted or are applying for a full-time Master’s program at Radboud University. Applicants must demonstrate strong academic performance, leadership potential, and a commitment to contributing positively to their field of study or society. Specific eligibility criteria may vary depending on the program.
2. What does the Radboud University Master’s Scholarship cover?
The scholarship typically covers tuition fees, and in some cases may include a monthly living allowance, insurance, and travel costs. The exact coverage depends on the scholarship type and the Master’s program selected. Students are advised to check the specific scholarship details on the Radboud University website for 2026.
3. How can I apply for the 2026 scholarship?
To apply, you must first apply for a Master’s program at Radboud University. After receiving admission or conditional acceptance, you can submit your scholarship application online, providing necessary documents such as:
Academic transcripts and certificates
Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Motivation letter or personal statement
Letters of recommendation (if required)
Ensure that you meet all deadlines to be considered for the scholarship.
4. When is the application deadline for the 2026 Master’s scholarship?
Deadlines can vary by program and scholarship type. Typically, the application period opens one year before the start of the academic year, and closes several months before enrollment. For the 2026 academic year, applicants should check the official Radboud University scholarship portal for exact dates to ensure timely submission.