Deadline: 15 January 2025
The Amsterdam Merit Scholarship (AMS) is designed for exceptional international students pursuing MSc degrees in science at the University of Amsterdam. This prestigious award provides financial support to help offset tuition and living expenses, enabling students to focus on academic excellence.
Key Details:
- Scholarship Amounts: Previously ranged from €2,000 to €25,000, depending on the faculty and program. Exact amounts for September 2025 will be announced in November 2024.
- Financial Coverage: Partial funding that aids with tuition and living expenses. Recipients are responsible for any remaining costs.
- Recognition: Becoming an AMS scholar highlights academic excellence and may enhance career opportunities.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must meet the following conditions:
- Residency: Must be a non-EU/EEA or Swiss national.
- Dutch Financial Assistance: Not eligible for Dutch study grants, loans, or EEA students’ reduced tuition rates.
- No Other Full Scholarships: Cannot hold other full-coverage scholarships during the AMS term.
- MSc Admission: Must apply and gain admission to an MSc program at UvA.
- First-Time Admission: Must be starting an MSc program at UvA for the first time.
- Visa Requirements: If applicable, must fulfill Dutch visa requirements.
- Recent Academic Background: Previous education must have been completed within the last three years.
- Reporting Changes: Any changes to nationality, residency permit, or financial assistance must be reported to the International Team during the academic year.
Benefits
- Financial Support: Partial funding to reduce the financial burden of tuition and living expenses.
- Prestige: Recognition as an AMS scholar demonstrates academic distinction.
- Networking Opportunities: Joining a community of scholars with a shared commitment to scientific excellence.
Application Process
To apply, follow these steps:
- Submit a completed application for an MSc program at UvA’s Faculty of Science.
- Ensure all eligibility criteria are met.
- Follow the specific scholarship application process outlined by UvA (details available on their website).
This scholarship provides a unique opportunity for outstanding international students to advance their academic and professional aspirations at one of Europe’s leading universities.
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