UM Academic Achievement Scholarship
The UM Academic Achievement Scholarship at Maastricht University is designed to financially support academically top-performing UM bachelor students from non-EU/EEA countries, enabling them to continue their studies in a master’s program at UM. This scholarship aims to reward academic achievement and stimulate ambassadorship within the UM community.
Brief Description
The UM Academic Achievement Scholarship assists non-EU/EEA students with proven academic excellence in continuing their education at Maastricht University (UM). It emphasizes rewarding academic achievements and encouraging ongoing connections with the UM community.
Host Institution(s)
The scholarship is offered by Maastricht University, a prominent higher education institution located in Maastricht, Netherlands.
Level/Field of Study
The scholarship is available for master’s level programs at Maastricht University.
Number of Awards
Each faculty at Maastricht University offers one UM Academic Achievement Scholarship per academic year.
Target Group
The target group for this scholarship includes UM bachelor students from non-EU/EEA countries who have demonstrated academic excellence and have been (conditionally) admitted to a master’s study program at UM.
Scholarship Value/Inclusions
The scholarship covers the difference between the institutional and statutory tuition fee for the duration of the scholarship, which is 12 months for a one-year master’s program and 24 months for a two-year master’s program.
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must meet the following criteria:
- Hold nationality outside the EU/EEA and Switzerland and meet the requirements for an entry visa and residence permit for the Netherlands.
- Not hold a double nationality from an EU/EEA country or Switzerland.
- Have completed or be in the process of completing bachelor studies at UM with an average GPA of at least 8.0.
- Be no older than 35 years of age on 1 September 2024.
- Agree to become an UM ambassador during and after studies, sharing experiences in at least one session for students and/or other stakeholders.
- Have been (conditionally) admitted to one of the participating master programs at UM for the 2024-2025 academic year.
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Application Instructions
The application process involves:
- Registering for one of the participating master programs at UM.
- Filling in the scholarship application form using your UM account.
- Submitting a Curriculum Vitae, Letter of Motivation, Proof of Academic Excellence, and a Personal Statement of Financial Needs.
- The application deadline is up to and including 1 May 2024, 23:59 CET.
Official Website
For more detailed information and to apply for the UM Academic Achievement Scholarship, interested applicants should visit the official Maastricht University website.
This scholarship provides an excellent opportunity for non-EU/EEA students to pursue master’s level education at Maastricht University, focusing on both academic excellence and ambassadorial potential.