The UM Bright Talents Scholarship offers fully funded opportunities, covering tuition fees and providing a monthly stipend, for a select number of outstanding non-EU/EEA students.
Maastricht University offers the Bright Talents Scholarship to students with strong personal development potential who have been conditionally admitted to a Master’s program associated with the Brightlands campi.
Here’s a simple breakdown of the scholarship and how you can apply.
UM Bright Talents Scholarship Overview
- Host Country: Netherlands
- Study Abroad: Study in Europe
- Category: Postgraduate Scholarships | Masters Scholarships
- Eligible Countries: All Countries
- Reward: Full Scholarship | €15,925 Stipend/Yr | Travel Costs | Accommodation
- No IELTS Required
- Deadline: February 1, 2025
Maastricht University UM Bright Talents Scholarship Details
The UM Bright Talents Scholarship offers fully funded scholarships to international students who aim to pursue their Master’s studies in Europe.
At the Brightlands campi, students, researchers, and entrepreneurs collaborate on groundbreaking innovations in fields like chemistry, health, agrifood, data science, and digital services.
Eligibility Requirements for UM Bright Talents Scholarship
To qualify for the Maastricht University Bright Talents Scholarship, applicants must:
- Hold nationality outside the EU/EEA and Switzerland, meeting visa and residence permit requirements for the Netherlands.
- Not possess dual nationality with any EU/EEA country or Switzerland.
- Have never enrolled in a full degree-seeking program in the Netherlands (exchange program participants are still eligible).
- Be no older than 35 years of age on September 1, 2025.
- Commit to becoming an active ambassador for Brightlands and UM during and after your studies.
- Apply for admission to a UM Master’s program for the 2025-2026 academic year.
- Meet the specific admission criteria of the chosen UM Master’s program.
Benefits of UM Bright Talents Scholarship 2025
This scholarship includes:
- Full tuition fee waiver.
- A living expense stipend of €15,925 (€1,225 per month).
- Pre-allocated student accommodation (acceptance of the room is mandatory as part of the scholarship).
Required Documents for Maastricht University Bright Talents Scholarship
To apply, candidates must prepare and submit the following:
- Completed Application Form.
- Curriculum Vitae (CV).
- Letter of motivation.
- Proof of academic excellence.
- Personal statement of financial need.
- Reference letter.
- Contact details of one referee.
How to Apply for UM Bright Talents Scholarship 2025 (Step-by-Step Guide)
To apply, follow these steps:
- Step 1: Register for one of the participating Master’s programs at UM via Studielink. Once registered, you will receive a UM student ID, which is required to complete your scholarship application.
- Step 2: Log in with your UM account and fill out the scholarship application form. Upload all necessary documents (in .doc, .docx, or PDF format) and submit your application.
Application Deadline: February 1, 2025
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