Applications for the esteemed University of Twente Scholarship (UTS) for the 2027 academic year are now officially open, according to the University of Twente in the Netherlands. This scholarship is intended to help deserving international students from non-EU/EEA nations who want to enrol in one of the most cutting-edge universities in Europe to pursue a master’s degree.
Application Deadline:
- 1 April 2027 (16:00 CET)
- Application portal opens: 15 October 2026 (09:00 CET)
- Results announced: First week of May 2027
Tell Me About the Award Programme:
The University of Twente Scholarship (UTS) is a prestigious award for excellent non‑EU/EEA students applying for a master’s programme at the University of Twente. It provides financial support to outstanding students who belong to the top 5–10% of their graduating class, helping them pursue graduate studies in the Netherlands.
Which Fields are Eligible?
Eligible Master’s programmes include:
- Applied Mathematics
- Biomedical Engineering
- Business Administration
- Computer Science
- Electrical Engineering
- Environmental & Energy Management
- Industrial Engineering & Management
- Mechanical Engineering
- Nanotechnology
- Psychology
- Robotics
- Sustainable Energy Technology …and many more across science, engineering, technology, and social sciences.
Type:
- Graduate Scholarship | Master’s (MSc) | University of Twente, Netherlands
Who can apply?
Applicants must:
- Be non‑EU/EEA students.
- Have received a (conditional) admission letter for a UT master’s programme starting September 2027.
- Hold a student number from UT.
- Not have graduated from a UT undergraduate programme.
- Meet visa requirements for the Netherlands.
- Meet English language requirements: IELTS 6.5 (speaking 6.0) or TOEFL iBT 90 (speaking 20).
- Belong to the top 5–10% of their graduating class.
- Not be eligible for Dutch study loans.
How Are Applicants Selected?
Selection is based on:
- Academic excellence (top 5–10% of class).
- Admission to an eligible master’s programme.
- Compliance with visa and language requirements.
- Demonstrated potential to succeed at UT.
Which Countries Are Eligible?
- All non‑EU/EEA countries worldwide.
Where is the award taken?
- University of Twente, Netherlands.
How Many Awards?
- Multiple scholarships awarded annually.
What is the benefit of the award programme?
- Scholarship value: €3,000 – €22,000 for one year.
- For two‑year programmes: continuation possible if requirements are met (average grade ≥7/10 and ≥50% credits earned by the third quartile of the first year).
- An additional Kipaji Scholarship is available for UTS recipients starting September 2027.
How Long Will the Award Last?
- 1 year (renewable for 2‑year programmes if requirements are met).
Required Documents:
- Admission letter to the UT Master’s programme.
- Proof of English proficiency (IELTS/TOEFL).
- Academic transcripts.
- Motivation statement (if applying for the Kipaji Scholarship).
How to Apply:
- Apply for a UT Master’s programme first.
- Receive (conditional) admission letter and student number.
- Apply separately for the UTS scholarship via the UT portal.
- Deadline: 1 April 2027 (16:00 CET).
