Amsterdam Excellence Scholarship
The Amsterdam Excellence Scholarship (AES) is a merit-based award for exceptionally talented students from outside Europe who wish to pursue a Master’s degree. The scholarship covers tuition and living expenses for one a…
Awarded by Amsterdam Excellence.
This round closed on 15 Jan 2016.
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About this Scholarship
The Amsterdam Excellence Scholarship (AES) is a merit-based award for exceptionally talented students from outside Europe who wish to pursue a Master’s degree. The scholarship covers tuition and living expenses for one academic year, with the possibility of an extension for two-year programmes. Up to 15 scholarships are awarded annually by the University of Amsterdam (UvA).
The official page lists the current award amount and any additional details.
Eligibility Criteria
Open to students from any discipline who have graduated in the top 10% of their class. Applicants must be applying for a Master’s programme at the University of Amsterdam. Non-European Union students are eligible.
The official page may specify additional criteria such as language proficiency or specific programme requirements.
How to Apply
Apply for admission to a Master’s programme at the University of Amsterdam first. After receiving a conditional or unconditional offer, submit the AES application form along with required documents before the deadline. The official page provides the application link and a list of necessary documents, such as academic transcripts and proof of class standing.
Scholarship at a Glance
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for the Amsterdam Excellence Scholarship?
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To apply you need to meet these conditions: Open to students from any discipline who have graduated in the top 10% of their class. Applicants must be applying for a Master’s programme at the University of Amsterdam. Non-European Union students are eligible. The official page may specify additional criteria such as language proficiency or specific programme requirements.
What is the last date to apply for the Amsterdam Excellence Scholarship?
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Applications close on 15 January 2016. Apply before this date — late submissions are not considered.
How do I apply for the Amsterdam Excellence Scholarship?
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Apply in 1 steps: Apply for admission to a Master’s programme at the University of Amsterdam first. After receiving a conditional or unconditional offer, submit the AES application form along with required documents before the deadline. The official page provides the application link and a list of necessary documents, such as academic transcripts and proof of class standing..
Which students can apply for the Amsterdam Excellence Scholarship?
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This scholarship is open to postgraduate students and is run by Amsterdam Excellence.
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