🎓 The Radboud Scholarship Programme 2026/2027 offers highly talented non-EEA students a partial scholarship to pursue a full English-taught Master’s degree at Radboud University in the Netherlands. Applications open in October 2025 and close on 31 January 2026.
About the Radboud Scholarship Programme
The Radboud Scholarship Programme (RSP) is a prestigious and highly competitive initiative by Radboud University, located in Nijmegen, the Netherlands. It is designed to attract exceptionally talented non-EEA (European Economic Area) students who wish to pursue a full-time English-taught Master’s degree at the university. Each year, up to 33 scholarships are awarded across various faculties, including Arts, Law, Science, Social Sciences, Philosophy, Theology, and the Nijmegen School of Management.
Scholarship Coverage and Benefits
The Radboud Scholarship is a partial scholarship, not a fully funded one. However, it significantly reduces the financial burden for international students by offering the following benefits:
- Tuition fee reduction: From approximately €18,000 to €2,695 (the legal tuition fee for EEA students in 2026/2027)
- Coverage of essential costs, including:
- Visa fees
- Residence permit
- Health insurance
- Liability insurance (via Aon Student Insurance)
Please note: Living expenses, travel, and other personal costs are not covered by the scholarship. Students are expected to finance these independently.
Eligibility Criteria
To be considered for the Radboud Scholarship Programme 2026/2027, applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Hold a non-EEA nationality
- Possess a non-Dutch Bachelor’s degree
- Have obtained admission to a full-time English-taught Master’s programme at Radboud University starting September 2026
- Meet the English language proficiency requirements
- Be eligible for a visa to study in the Netherlands
- Not have previously studied in the Netherlands, except for exchange programmes
Only students who are admitted to a Master’s programme by the university’s central admissions office will be considered for the scholarship.
Application Timeline
- Applications Open: October 2025
- Application Deadline: 31 January 2026
- Scholarship Decision Notification: April 2026
- Programme Start: September 2026
To apply, students must first submit an application for admission to an eligible Master’s programme via the Radboud University online application system (OSIRIS). During the application, they must indicate their interest in the Radboud Scholarship Programme.
How to Apply
- Choose an eligible Master’s programme from Radboud University’s list of English-taught degrees.
- Apply for admission via the OSIRIS Application system before 31 January 2026.
- Indicate your interest in the Radboud Scholarship Programme during the application process.
- Upload all required documents, including:
- Academic transcripts
- Motivation letter
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Proof of English proficiency
- Two reference letters
Only complete applications submitted by the deadline will be considered.
Why Choose Radboud University?
Radboud University is consistently ranked among the top 150 universities worldwide and is known for its strong research output, international orientation, and student-centered teaching. Located in the vibrant city of Nijmegen, it offers a welcoming environment for international students and a wide range of academic disciplines.
For more information and to begin your application, visit the official Radboud Scholarship Programme page.