University of Amsterdam (UvA) · 🇳🇱 Netherlands · Europe
FundingPartial
LevelMasters
DeadlineMarch
Application feeFree
About this scholarship
Partial scholarship ranging from €6,000 to full tuition coverage for one year, renewable for a second year. 1 year, extendable to 2 years for two-year programmes
ProviderUniversity of Amsterdam (UvA)
CountryNetherlands (Europe)
Host university / institutionUniversity of Amsterdam
Degree levelsMasters
Fields of studyAll fields
Funding typePartial
Application feeFree
DeadlineAdmission application typically by March 1 or May 1; AMS scholarship application by March 1 for September intake.
IntakeSeptember
Applications openNovember
CompetitionVery High
Programme duration1 year, extendable to 2 years for two-year programmes
MastersAll fields
Amsterdam Merit Scholarship eligibility criteria
Non-EU/EEA international student
(Provisionally) admitted to a Master's programme at UvA
Excellent academic record (top 10-15% of your graduating class)
Meet UvA English language requirements (IELTS 6.5-7.0 / TOEFL 92-100)
No previous degree from UvA
Not eligible for Dutch government student finance
Benefits and coverage
Scholarship of €6,000–€25,000 (full tuition) for one year
Possible renewal for a second year
Awarded based on academic merit
Covers full-time Master's at UvA
Can be combined with other funding sources
Required documents
UvA admission application (Studielink)
AMS application form (submitted to UvA after admission)
Academic transcripts and GPA ranking
Motivation letter
CV/Resume
English proficiency certificate
Two letters of recommendation
How to apply for the Amsterdam Merit Scholarship
Review the eligibility criteria above and confirm you meet every requirement.
Prepare all required documents early — transcripts, CV, recommendation letters and motivation letter.
Admission application typically by March 1 or May 1; AMS scholarship application by March 1 for September intake. Submit a complete application before the March deadline.
Always confirm the latest details on the official website before applying.
Amount / coveragePartial scholarship ranging from €6,000 to full tuition coverage for one year, renewable…
LevelsMasters
Frequently asked questions
Non-EU/EEA international student (Provisionally) admitted to a Master's programme at UvA Excellent academic record (top 10-15% of your graduating class) Meet UvA English language requirements (IELTS 6.5-7.0 / TOEFL 92-100) No previous degree from UvA Not eligible for Dutch government student finance
Scholarship of €6,000–€25,000 (full tuition) for one year Possible renewal for a second year Awarded based on academic merit Covers full-time Master's at UvA Can be combined with other funding sources
UvA admission application (Studielink) AMS application form (submitted to UvA after admission) Academic transcripts and GPA ranking Motivation letter CV/Resume English proficiency certificate Two letters of recommendation
Admission application typically by March 1 or May 1; AMS scholarship application by March 1 for September intake.
No — applications for the Amsterdam Merit Scholarship are free.