2026 University of Twente Scholarship (UTS), Netherlands | Fully Funded

Study Level: Master’s
Host Institution: University of Twente, Netherlands
Application Deadline:

• Round 1: 15 October 2025 – 1 February 2026
  
• Round 2: Until 1 May 2026 (for September 2026 intake)
  

Overview

The University of Twente Scholarship (UTS) 2026–2027 offers exceptional opportunities for outstanding international students from non-EU/EEA countries who wish to pursue a Master’s degree at one of Europe’s leading research universities.

This prestigious scholarship aims to support highly motivated and academically excellent students who are eager to become part of a vibrant, innovative, and globally recognized learning environment.

Scholarship Benefits

• Award amount: €3,000 – €22,000 for one academic year
  
• For two-year Master’s programs, renewal of the scholarship for the second year is possible (same amount), provided the student meets academic conditions:
  
  • Minimum average grade of 7/10 by the end of the 3rd quartile
    
  • At least 50% of European Credits (ECs) earned
    
• Scholarship recipients may also become eligible to apply for additional awards such as the Kipaji Scholarship (specific criteria apply)
  

Eligibility Criteria

To qualify for the UTS, applicants must:

• Be a citizen of a non-EU/EEA country
  
• Hold a conditional admission letter for a University of Twente Master’s program for 2026/27
  
• Not have previously graduated from a UT undergraduate or graduate program
  
• Belong to the top 5–10% of their graduating class academically
  
• Possess a valid UT student number after admission
  
• Meet the English language requirements:
  
  • IELTS overall score of 6.5, with at least 6.0 in speaking, OR
    
  • TOEFL iBT score of 90, with at least 20 in speaking
    
• Show proof of financial means to cover remaining study and living expenses (UTS is a partial scholarship)
  
• Comply with Dutch visa regulations (if applicable)
  

Eligible Programs

The UTS covers all Master’s programs at the University of Twente except:

• Pre-Master’s programs
  
• ITC faculty programs
  
• Courses for Dutch/EU/EEA students paying statutory tuition fees
  

> Type: Master’s
> Eligible Countries: Non-EU/EEA
> Host Country: Netherlands
> Deadline: Up to 1 May 2026