Key Scholarship Information
Funding level: Fully Funded
Host University: University of Groningen
Degree: Fellowship
Subjects to study: All Subjects
Eligible Nationalities: International Students
Host country: Netherlands
Application Deadline 1 December 2026
Founded in 1614, the University of Groningen is one of the top 100 universities in the world and a leading research institution in Europe. To support talented students from developing countries, the university offers the prestigious Eric Bleumink Fellowship, a fully funded master’s scholarship for outstanding international students who demonstrate strong academic excellence and leadership potential.
This highly competitive fellowship enables scholars to pursue a full-time Master’s degree at the University of Groningen while covering all major study and living expenses in the Netherlands.
Master’s programmes
MSc (Master of Science)
MA (Master of Arts)
LL.M. (Master of Laws)
The fellowship supports 1-year and 2-year Master’s programmes, starting in September intake only.
Available Subjects
All Master’s programmes offered by the University of Groningen are eligible
Subject areas include: Business and Economics, Law and International Relations, Engineering and Technology, Natural and Life Sciences, Social Sciences, Arts and Humanities, Health and Medical Sciences.
Applicants must first gain admission to an eligible Master’s programme to be considered.
Benefits
The Eric Bleumink Fellowship is a fully funded scholarship, covering:
- Full tuition fees
- International travel costs
- Monthly living allowance
- Books and study materials
- Health insurance in the Netherlands
Due to limited availability, only a small number of students are selected each year despite a high volume of applications.
Eligible Nationalities
The Eric Bleumink Fellowship is open to students from selected developing countries, including but not limited to:
- Pakistan, India, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Nepal
- Afghanistan, Yemen, Sudan, Somalia
- Nigeria, Ghana, Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania
- Vietnam, Philippines, Cambodia, Myanmar
- Ukraine, Jordan, Iran, Egypt, Morocco
- Bolivia, Honduras, Nicaragua
- Zambia, Zimbabwe, Rwanda, Senegal
Note: Applicants must hold the nationality of an eligible country and have no alternative funding sources.
Eligibility Criteria
To be considered for the Eric Bleumink Fellowship, candidates must:
- Receive provisional or unconditional admission to a Master’s programme at the University of Groningen before February
- Complete the Master’s programme application before 1 December
- Have excellent academic performance during undergraduate studies
- Demonstrate strong academic ability, preferably supported by letters of recommendation
- Meet the English language requirements of the chosen programme
- Be available for the entire duration of the programme
- Be in good health to obtain Dutch health insurance
- Hold nationality of an eligible country
- Have no other means of funding for the intended study
Application Procedure
There is no separate application for the Eric Bleumink Fellowship.
The application process works as follows:
- Apply for an eligible Master’s programme at the University of Groningen
- Submit a complete Master’s application before 1 December
- Receive a provisional or unconditional offer before February
- The University of Groningen Admission Office, in consultation with faculty admission boards, selects and nominates suitable candidates
- Nominated students are informed directly by the university
Note: Only nominated candidates can receive the Eric Bleumink Fellowship.
Important Notes on Deadline
There is no fixed scholarship deadline
Master’s programme deadlines and nomination timelines vary each year
Applicants are strongly advised to apply early and regularly check official University of Groningen announcements
Grant Provider
University of Groningen, Netherlands
Why Choose the University of Groningen?
Established in 1614 with over 400 years of academic excellence
Ranked among the top 100 universities globally
Strong international reputation for research and innovation
Diverse student community from over 120 countries
High graduate employability and global recognition
Application Link:
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