Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam
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VU Fellowship Programme - Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam

Partially FundedMaster12-24 monthsOpen · closes ~1 Feb 2027

The VU Fellowship Programme is a merit-based tuition fee waiver for excellent non-EU/EEA students applying for Master's programmes at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam. It may be combined with the NL Scholarship for living-cost support.

Popular Participating Universities

Vrije Universiteit AmsterdamVrije Universiteit Amsterdam
University of AmsterdamUniversity of Amsterdam

Quick info

Application status

Open · closes ~1 Feb 2027
Netherlands
Master
12-24 months
Eligible English-taught Master's programmes at VU Amsterdam
Open to: Non-EU/EEA
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Info sourced from official providers. Always verify deadlines, requirements, and eligibility directly before applying.

What you get

  • Tuition fee waiver through the VU Fellowship Programme
  • May be combined with the NL Scholarship as a contribution toward living costs
  • Access to VU Amsterdam international student support services
Monthly: Tuition fee waiver; NL Scholarship may add EUR 5,000 if awarded

Requirements

First degree: Required
Professional experience: not specified
Country restriction: Non-EU/EEA

Detailed requirements

  • - Non-EU/EEA nationality
  • - Applying for an eligible Master's programme at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam
  • - Required to pay the higher institutional tuition fee
  • - Excellent academic record
  • - Must follow VU Amsterdam scholarship application instructions and deadlines

Who can apply

Talented prospective non-EU/EEA Master's students applying to Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam who need support with institutional tuition fees.

Fields of study

Eligible English-taught Master's programmes at VU Amsterdam

Application window

Open · closes ~1 Feb 2027

Dates are based on data sourced from official providers (2025-2026 cycle). Deadlines may shift between intake years. Always verify on the official website before applying.

Important dates

VUFP is a merit-based tuition fee waiver
Can be combined with the NL Scholarship as a contribution toward living costs
Intended for non-EU/EEA students who pay higher tuition fees

How to apply

  1. 1Apply for admission to an eligible VU Amsterdam Master's programme
  2. 2Follow the VUFP scholarship instructions in the VU application portal
  3. 3Submit academic records, motivation, CV, and any required scholarship documents by the current deadline
  4. 4Check whether the NL Scholarship can be combined for the same intake