Study in the Netherlands: Leiden University Excellence Scholarships 2024/25 Now Open!
Leiden University is inviting applications for the prestigious Leiden University Excellence Scholarships (LExS) for the 2024/25 academic year. This opportunity is ideal for outstanding international students aspiring to pursue their Master’s degree in the Netherlands.
Application Deadline
- October 1, 2024: For programs starting on February 1, 2025.
About the Scholarship
The Leiden University Excellence Scholarships are designed for top-performing international students enrolling in a full-time Master’s degree program at Leiden University, with the exception of:
- LLM (non-advanced) programs
- MSc programs at Leiden Law School.
Fields of Study
- Eligible: All fields except Law.
- Type: Partially funded scholarship.
Who Can Apply?
To be eligible, candidates must meet the following criteria:
- Nationality: Open to international students outside the European Economic Area (EEA) and the European Free Trade Association (EFTA).
- Admission Requirement: Applicants must apply for admission to a Master’s program at Leiden University.
- Academic Excellence: Candidates must demonstrate exceptional academic performance (e.g., high GPA or equivalent achievements).
- Motivation Letter: Applicants must submit a motivation letter (max. 500 words), detailing their academic and personal achievements, goals, and reasons for applying.
- Application Timing: Scholarship applications must be submitted before the specified deadline. Late submissions will not be considered.
Selection Process
- Faculty Nominations: Selection committees nominate recipients within six weeks of the deadline.
- Notification: All applicants will be informed via email about the outcome:
- End of November for February intake.
- End of April for September intake.
Eligible Countries
- All countries are eligible to apply.
Scholarship Benefits
The scholarship covers part of the tuition fees and is available at three levels:
- €10,000 of the tuition fee.
- €15,000 of the tuition fee.
- Total tuition fee minus the statutory tuition fee.
Note: The scholarship is not fully funded. Non-EEA recipients must provide proof of sufficient funds for their student visa/residence permit.
Scholarship Duration
- The award lasts for the entire duration of the study program.
How to Apply
Follow these steps to apply for the LExS:
- Apply for Admission:
- Submit your online application for a Master’s program at Leiden University.
- Pay the applicable application fee.
- Access Scholarship Application:
- Once your program application is submitted, return to the “Apply” screen and navigate to the Scholarships section.
- If eligible, the LExS option will appear.
- Submit Motivation Letter:
- Indicate your interest in the LExS.
- Upload your motivation letter as a PDF (maximum 500 words).
- Deadline Compliance:
- Submit your application before the deadline. No changes can be made after submission.
- For multiple study programs, submit separate scholarship applications for each.
Why Choose Leiden University?
Leiden University is a globally renowned institution, offering excellent academic resources and a multicultural environment to empower future scholars, researchers, and leaders.
Take this step to transform your academic journey! For more information, visit the Leiden University official website.
