Overview
Master’s Degree (Full-time)
Description
Master’s Degree (Full-time)
Eligibility
Applicants must meet all of the following conditions:
Hold a non-EU / non-EEA passport
Not be eligible for EU/EEA tuition fees for any reason
Hold (or be about to obtain) a Bachelor’s degree completed outside the Netherlands
Have no previous degree obtained in the Netherlands (exchange programmes excluded)
Meet the English language proficiency requirements of the chosen Master’s programme
Be fully admitted to an English-taught Master’s programme starting 1 September 2026
Be able to comply with Dutch visa requirements
Be enrolled as a full-time student at Radboud University
Additional Information
Degree Level
Master’s Degree (Full-time)
Available Subjects
All English-taught Master’s programmes at Radboud University are eligible, except :
Erasmus Mundus Master’s programmes
Joint-degree Master’s programmes
Participating Faculties
Faculty of Arts (4 scholarships)
Faculty of Law (4 scholarships)
Nijmegen School of Management (6 scholarships)
Faculty of Philosophy, Theology and Religious Studies (3 scholarships)
Faculty of Science (8 scholarships)
Faculty of Social Sciences (8 scholarships)
Total Scholarships Available: 33
Benefits
The Radboud Scholarship is a partial scholarship and provides the following benefits:
Tuition fee reduced to €2,695 per year (instead of up to €18,000)
Coverage of: Visa costs Residence permit Health insurance Liability insurance (Aon Student Insurance)
Visa costs
Residence permit
Health insurance
Liability insurance (Aon Student Insurance)
Note: Living expenses and study-related daily costs are not covered.
Duration Of Scholarship
Covers the nominal duration of the Master’s programme
For two-year Master’s programmes , renewal for the second year is conditional upon passing all first-year courses
Eligible Nationalities
Open to all non-EU / non-EEA countries
Applicants must hold a non-EU / non-EEA passport .
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must meet all of the following conditions:
Hold a non-EU / non-EEA passport
Not be eligible for EU/EEA tuition fees for any reason
Hold (or be about to obtain) a Bachelor’s degree completed outside the Netherlands
Have no previous degree obtained in the Netherlands (exchange programmes excluded)
Meet the English language proficiency requirements of the chosen Master’s programme
Be fully admitted to an English-taught Master’s programme starting 1 September 2026
Be able to comply with Dutch visa requirements
Be enrolled as a full-time student at Radboud University
Application Procedure
There is no separate scholarship application portal .
Apply for an eligible Master’s programme via the OSIRIS Application System
During the admission application, indicate that you wish to apply for the Radboud Scholarship
Upload three additional documents : Two reference letters (preferably academic) Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Two reference letters (preferably academic)
Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Submit the application by 31 January 2026 (23:59 CET)
Complete and resubmit the application (if required) by 14 February 2026 (23:59 CET)
Note: Admission and scholarship selection are separate processes . Admission does not guarantee a scholarship.
Important Deadlines
Application submission deadline: 31 January (23:59 CET)
Complete application deadline: 14 February (23:59 CET)
Final decision notification: Before mid-April
Note:
Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Deadlines may vary visit official website for more information.
Selection Criteria
Scholarships are awarded based on a competitive faculty-level selection process considering:
Academic Excellence
Outstanding grades and academic performance
Relevance of previous degree to the chosen Master’s programme
Reputation and ranking of previous university
Motivation Ambition
Strength of motivation letter
Academic and professional potential
Internships, volunteering, research, or extracurricular activities
References
Quality and relevance of two reference letters
Some programmes may conduct interviews as part of the selection process.
Combination With Nl Scholarship
The Radboud Scholarship can be combined with the NL Scholarship , offering additional financial support.
Frequently Asked Questions Faqs
Is the Radboud Scholarship fully funded? No. The Radboud Scholarship is a partial scholarship that significantly reduces tuition fees and covers visa and insurance costs, but does not cover living expenses .
Who can apply for the Radboud Scholarship Programme? Students from non-EU / non-EEA countries admitted to an eligible English-taught Master’s programme at Radboud University can apply.
How competitive is the Radboud Scholarship? The Radboud Scholarship is highly competitive , with only 33 scholarships available.
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Funding
Partial Funding
Organization
Radboud University Nijmegen
Degree
Masters
Subjects
All Subjects
Nationality
International Students
Country
Netherlands
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