SPANN Fund Scholarship
Utrecht University fund for non-Dutch/Belgian students in the rMA Nederlandse literatuur en cultuur; up to €5,000 (shared pool). Apply after admission, by 1 July.
Am I eligible?At a glance
Study level
Master’s
Destination
Netherlands
Funding
Maximum €5,000 total pool. Each student may apply for up to €5,000, but actual amount depends on number of applications (budget divided). Intended to compensate part of tuition fees and high housing costs in Utrecht.
Eligible applicants
Non-Dutch, non-Belgian students admitted to the rMA Nederlandse literatuur en cultuur at Utrecht University
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Overview
SPANN Fund Scholarship is offered by Utrecht 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.
- Motivation letter (max 1 A4) with budgetRequired
- Proof of admission to rMA Nederlandse literatuur en cultuurRequired
What this scholarship covers
Up to €5,000 (shared pool, split among applicants)
Included
Maximum €5,000 total pool. Each student may apply for up to €5,000, but actual amount depends on number of applications (budget divided). Intended to compensate part of tuition fees and high housing costs in Utrecht. 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-Dutch and non-Belgian nationals only. Dutch and Belgian nationals are excluded.
- International eligibility
- International students (non-Dutch, non-Belgian) are eligible. EU students without Dutch or Belgian nationality also qualify.
Academic requirements
- 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
- Fields
- Dutch Literature and Culture · Neerlandistiek
- Universities
- Utrecht University (UU) — rMA Nederlandse literatuur en cultuur only
- Countries
- NL
Official eligibility summary
Students without Dutch or Belgian nationality (EU or international) who have been admitted to the research Master's programme Nederlandse literatuur en cultuur (Dutch Literature and Culture) at Utrecht University.
Applicant profile
- Non-Dutch, non-Belgian students admitted to the rMA Nederlandse literatuur en cultuur at Utrecht University
Study route
- Master’s study in Netherlands
Current-cycle criteria
- Students without Dutch or Belgian nationality (EU or international) who have been admitted to the research Master's programme Nederlandse literatuur en cultuur (Dutch Literature and Culture) at Utrecht University.
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 and receive admission to the rMA Nederlandse literatuur en cultuur at Utrecht University.
- 2
After receiving admission notification, write a short motivation letter (max 1 A4) including a budget specifying which costs you wish to cover.
- 3
Email your application to e.stronks@uu.nl (treasurer SPANN) as soon as possible after admission, and no later than 1 July.
- 4
Results notified by 15 July.
Application timeline
Application cycle
Annual. Apply after admission notification from the rMA Admission Committee, by 1 July. Results by 15 July. 2026 deadline passed; next cycle: after admission notifications spring 2027, deadline 1 July 2027.
Confirm the current dates on the provider’s official page.
Always confirm the latest deadline on the official provider website.
Official source
Utrecht 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?
No exact deadline is listed here. Check the official provider page for the next application cycle.
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.