Radboud Scholarship Programme
Partial scholarship at Radboud University (Netherlands) for outstanding non-EEA master's students, reducing international tuition to near-domestic level, combined with the NL Scholarship (€5,000).
Am I eligible?At a glance
Study level
Master’s
Destination
Netherlands
Funding
Tuition reduced from ~€18,000/year (non-EEA rate) to approximately €2,530–€2,695/year (near-domestic rate). Combined with the NL Scholarship (€5,000), the total reduction is approximately €20,000+. Also covers visa application, residence permit, health insurance, and liability insurance costs.
Eligible applicants
Non-EU/EEA international students applying to eligible Radboud University English-taught master's programmes; strong academic record required
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Overview
Radboud Scholarship Programme is offered by Radboud University for Master’s study in Netherlands. Details were checked against the provider’s official page on October 11, 2026.
Application checklist
What you’ll need
The confirmed essentials for this application. Always check the official source before applying.
- University admissionMust be enrolled at Radboud University in an eligible English-taught master's programme for the year the scholarship is awarded
- Academic transcripts and certificatesRequired
- Motivation letterRequired
- CV/ResumeRequired
- English language proficiency certificateRequired
What this scholarship covers
Tuition reduction to near-domestic rate (~€2,695 vs ~€18,000)
Included
NL Scholarship (€5,000)
Included
Visa and residence permit costs
Included
Health and liability insurance
Included
Tuition reduced from ~€18,000/year (non-EEA rate) to approximately €2,530–€2,695/year (near-domestic rate). Combined with the NL Scholarship (€5,000), the total reduction is approximately €20,000+. Also covers visa application, residence permit, health insurance, and liability insurance costs. Award components, amounts, and exclusions can change by intake, programme, nationality, or host institution, so confirm them on the official provider page.
Are you eligible?
Eligibility review
Checked against the official criteria on October 11, 2026
International students
Conditional
Domestic students
No
Scholarship scope
University-specific
Last eligibility check
October 11, 2026
Who can apply
- Citizenship
- Non-EU/EEA nationals only; must comply with Dutch visa/residence permit requirements
- International eligibility
- Open to international applicants, except citizens of the excluded countries named by the provider.
Academic requirements
- Academic recordCompetitive
- Talented, highly motivated, with outstanding study results; must be enrolled (or enrolling) as a full-time student in an eligible Radboud master's programme
- Minimum grades / GPANot published
- No fixed minimum grade is listed for this scholarship. Check the provider’s current call for academic requirements.
Study restrictions and coverage
- Countries
- Netherlands
Official eligibility summary
Open to: Non-EU/EEA international students applying to eligible Radboud University English-taught master's programmes; strong academic record required. Radboud University also sets academic, admission, and any nationality or residence rules on its official page.
Applicant profile
- Non-EU/EEA international students applying to eligible Radboud University English-taught master's programmes; strong academic record required
Study route
- Master’s study in Netherlands
Current-cycle criteria
- Open to: Non-EU/EEA international students applying to eligible Radboud University English-taught master's programmes; strong academic record required. Radboud University also sets academic, admission, and any nationality or residence rules on its official page.
What to confirm for this cycle
Scholarship details can change from one application cycle to the next. Check these points on the official page before you apply.
- Current eligibility rules
- Current funding and benefits
- Current deadline and application route
Required documents
The required documents are summarized above. Confirm the final checklist with the official provider before you apply.
How to apply
- 1
Apply for admission to an eligible English-taught master's programme at Radboud University
- 2
In OSIRIS (Radboud's online system), submit a scholarship application by the January 31 deadline
- 3
Complete the application (supporting documents) by February 14
Application timeline
Application cycle
2026/27 intake closed January 31, 2026. 2027/28 intake expected to open approximately January 2027. Apply through OSIRIS (Radboud's online system) by the January deadline.
The listed deadline is January 31, 2026. Confirm it on the provider’s official page.
Always confirm the latest deadline on the official provider website.
Official source
Radboud University
Official scholarship source
Last checked October 11, 2026
Your next steps
- 01Read the official programme guidance.
- 02Confirm eligibility, funding, and the deadline.
- 03Check the current application cycle.
- 04Apply through the official provider.
Frequently asked questions
When is the next deadline?
The listed deadline is January 31, 2026. Confirm that it remains current on the official provider page.
Why do some details vary?
Scholarship conditions can differ by intake, study programme, nationality, and host institution. The official provider page is the source of the current rules.
