The University of Twente Scholarship (UTS) 2027 is inviting applications from outstanding students from non-EU/EEA countries who wish to pursue an eligible Master’s degree in the Netherlands.
The scholarship provides between €3,000 and €22,000 for one year and is intended to help compensate for study-related costs. For students enrolled in a two-year Master’s programme, an additional scholarship of an amount equal to the first year’s award may be available for the second year, provided the student meets the required academic progress conditions.
The University of Twente Scholarship is highly competitive and is aimed at academically excellent students. The university indicates that successful candidates are generally among the top 5–10% of their graduating class at their home university.
For Master’s programmes starting in September 2027, the scholarship application period opens on 15 October 2026 at 09:00 CET, with applications closing on 1 April 2027 at 16:00 CET.
About the University of Twente Scholarship
The University of Twente Scholarship is designed to support excellent international students who have been admitted to qualifying Master’s programmes at the University of Twente.
The scholarship is separate from the Master’s programme admission process. Students must first apply for a qualifying Master’s programme and receive a conditional or provisional admission letter before applying for the scholarship.
Applicants should therefore begin the university admission process early, as receiving an admission decision can take up to eight weeks after completing the application.
Scholarship Value
Selected students can receive between:
€3,000 and €22,000 for one year.
The exact scholarship amount depends on the award made to the successful candidate.
It is important to note that the UTS is not a full scholarship. The university specifically states that the award is intended as compensation for study-related costs and that no costs, including tuition fees, are paid directly on behalf of the scholarship recipient.
Students must therefore ensure that they have sufficient funds to cover any remaining tuition fees and living expenses.
Prospective applicants should review the University’s estimated living costs and applicable tuition fees before applying.
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Scholarship for Two-Year Master’s Programmes
Students enrolled in a two-year Master’s programme may be considered for an additional UTS award for their second year.
The second-year scholarship can be equal to the amount received during the first year.
However, continuation is conditional on meeting the university’s progress requirements.
Students must have achieved:
- An average grade of at least 7 out of 10 by the end of the third quartile of their first year.
- At least 50% of the European Credits by the end of the third quartile of their first year.
Meeting these conditions is necessary for continuation of the scholarship into the second year.
Who Can Apply?
The University of Twente Scholarship is intended for excellent students from non-EU/EEA countries applying for qualifying Master’s programmes.
Applicants must meet all of the university’s scholarship requirements.
To qualify, applicants must have been provisionally or fully admitted to an eligible UT Master’s programme beginning in the 2027/2028 academic year.
Applicants must also have a University of Twente student number and must not have previously graduated from a UT undergraduate or graduate programme.
Academic Excellence Requirement
The UTS is highly competitive.
The university states that candidates should generally belong to the top 5–10% of their graduating class at their home university.
This means applicants should be able to demonstrate a strong academic record and outstanding performance compared with their peers.
Candidates should realistically assess their academic standing before applying because the scholarship is specifically intended for high-achieving students.
English Language Requirements
Applicants must meet the University’s English language requirements.
The stated minimum requirement is:
- IELTS Academic: 6.5 overall, including
- 6.0 in speaking
Alternatively, applicants may meet the requirement with a TOEFL iBT score of 90, including the specified speaking requirement.
Applicants should check the University’s current Master’s admission requirements to determine whether they qualify for an exemption or need to submit an approved English-language test.
Who Is Not Eligible?
The University of Twente Scholarship is subject to several exclusions.
The scholarship is not available to:
- Dutch students.
- Current University of Twente students.
- EU/EEA students.
- Students applying for a pre-Master programme.
- Students who pay the statutory tuition fee.
- Students applying for Master’s programmes at the Faculty of Geo-Information Science and Earth Observation (ITC).
A non-EU/EEA student who holds a Dutch residence permit that makes them eligible for the statutory tuition fee is also not eligible for the UTS.
Applicants should carefully review the complete eligibility criteria before submitting an application.
Additional Kipaji Scholarship
For programmes beginning in September 2027, UTS recipients may also be eligible for consideration for the Kipaji Scholarship.
Students interested in the additional scholarship must first apply for the University of Twente Scholarship.
The university advises eligible applicants to indicate their interest in the Kipaji Scholarship within their scholarship application motivation.
The Kipaji Scholarship has additional eligibility requirements, so applicants should review its separate conditions.
Learn More About the Kipaji Scholarship
Application Timeline
The scholarship application timeline for programmes starting in September 2027 is:
Application opens: 15 October 2026 at 09:00 CET
Application deadline: 1 April 2027 at 16:00 CET
Results announced: First week of May 2027
Applicants should remember that the scholarship application is separate from Master’s admission.
How to Apply
Students must first apply for a qualifying Master’s programme at the University of Twente.
After receiving a conditional or provisional admission letter and obtaining a student number, eligible candidates can submit a separate application for the University of Twente Scholarship.
Applicants should prepare their academic documents and scholarship application carefully and demonstrate why they are among the strongest candidates for the award.
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Important Funding Information
Prospective students should not describe the UTS as a fully funded scholarship.
Although an award of up to €22,000 can provide substantial financial assistance, the scholarship does not automatically cover all tuition and living costs.
The University of Twente explicitly advises candidates to calculate the total costs of studying and living in the Netherlands and ensure they can cover expenses not met by the scholarship.
Applicants who cannot independently finance the remaining costs are advised not to apply.
Final Thoughts
The University of Twente Scholarship 2027 provides an excellent funding opportunity for high-achieving international students seeking a Master’s degree in the Netherlands.
With awards ranging from €3,000 to €22,000 for one year, and the possibility of additional funding for eligible students in two-year programmes, the scholarship can significantly reduce the financial burden of postgraduate study.
However, applicants should remember that the UTS is not a fully funded scholarship and does not pay tuition fees or other costs on the student’s behalf.
Eligible non-EU/EEA students should first secure admission to a qualifying Master’s programme before applying for the scholarship. The scholarship application window opens on 15 October 2026, with a final deadline of 1 April 2027.
