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Eric Bleumink Fellowship 2027 Netherlands
The Eric Bleumink Fellowship 2027 is a fully funded international scholarship for Master’s degree programs at the University of Groningen in the Netherlands, open to citizens of designated developing and lower-income countries. Applicable to all MSc, MA, and LL.M. programs offered by the University of Groningen, the fellowship covers full tuition fees, international travel expenses, subsistence costs including food, accommodation and clothing, books, and health insurance for programs of one or two years duration. The annual application deadline is 1 December.
Program Highlights
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Opportunity Type | Fully Funded International Master’s Scholarship |
| Organising Body | Eric Bleumink Fund, University of Groningen |
| Mode | Offline (Full-time, University of Groningen, Netherlands) |
| Degree Level | Master’s (MSc / MA / LL.M.) |
| Duration | 1 or 2 Years (depending on chosen Master’s program) |
| Last Date to Apply | 1 December (annually) |
About the Program
The Eric Bleumink Fellowship 2027 is administered by the Eric Bleumink Fund at the University of Groningen — one of the Netherlands’ most prestigious and internationally recognised research universities — to enable outstanding students from eligible developing countries to pursue a fully funded Master’s degree in any discipline offered at the institution. The fellowship is distinctive in its breadth, covering all Master’s programs across the university’s faculties, meaning that selected scholars may pursue advanced study in any field from law, economics, and social sciences to science, engineering, and arts and humanities. Consequently, the scholarship provides one of the most flexible fully funded Master’s opportunities available to students from the Global South, removing both financial and disciplinary barriers to advanced international study in the Netherlands. Furthermore, the fellowship’s comprehensive coverage — spanning not only tuition but also subsistence, travel, books, and health insurance — ensures that recipients can focus entirely on their academic and research development throughout their one- or two-year program without financial distraction.
Eligibility Criteria
Academic Qualification
- Must have received a provisional or unconditional admission offer for a Master’s program at the University of Groningen before the February programme deadline
- Must demonstrate excellent academic performance and strong undergraduate grades
- Must meet the English language requirements of the chosen Master’s program at the University of Groningen
Experience & Other Conditions
- Must be a citizen of one of the designated eligible countries listed below
- Must be available for the full duration of the chosen Master’s program — one or two years depending on the program
- Applications received after the February programme deadline will be considered for the grant in the following cycle
Eligible Countries
Afghanistan, Algeria, Angola, Bangladesh, Benin, Bhutan, Bolivia, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Cambodia, Cameroon, Cape Verde, Central African Republic, Chad, Comoros, Congo, Congo (Dem. Rep.), Djibouti, Egypt, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Gambia, Ghana, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Haiti, Honduras, India, Iran, Ivory Coast, Jordan, Kenya, Kiribati, Korea (Dem. Rep.), Kyrgyzstan, Laos, Lesotho, Liberia, Madagascar, Malawi, Mali, Mauritania, Micronesia, Mongolia, Morocco, Mozambique, Myanmar, Nepal, Nicaragua, Niger, Nigeria, Pakistan, Papua New Guinea, Philippines, Rwanda, Samoa, Sao Tome and Principe, Senegal, Sierra Leone, Solomon Islands, Somalia, South Sudan, Sri Lanka, Sudan, Tajikistan, Tanzania, Timor-Leste, Togo, Tokelau, Tunisia, Tuvalu, Uganda, Ukraine, Uzbekistan, Vanuatu, Vietnam, Yemen, Zambia, Zimbabwe.
Benefits & Funding
| Component | Detail |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fee | Full tuition fee for the entire Master’s program covered |
| International Travel | Return international travel expenses covered |
| Subsistence | Food, accommodation, clothing, and basic living costs covered |
| Books | Study books and academic materials provided |
| Health Insurance | Health insurance coverage for the full program duration |
Topics / Themes Covered
The Eric Bleumink Fellowship applies to all Master’s programs offered at the University of Groningen across all faculties and disciplines, including but not limited to:
- Law (LL.M.) — including International Law, European Law, and related fields
- Economics and Business — including Finance, International Economics, and Management
- Social Sciences — including International Relations, Political Science, and Sociology
- Science and Engineering — including Physics, Chemistry, Computing, and Environmental Sciences
- Arts and Humanities — including Literature, History, Philosophy, and Cultural Studies
- Medicine and Health Sciences — including Public Health and related disciplines
A full list of eligible Master’s programs is available at https://www.rug.nl/masters/alphabetical.
Selection Process
- Application submitted through Studielink — the official Dutch online application and registration service
- Applicants must first secure a provisional or unconditional admission offer for their chosen Master’s program before February of the academic year of entry
- The Eric Bleumink Fellowship is awarded following university admission; scholarship applications received after the February deadline are considered in the next annual cycle
- Evaluation based on academic excellence, undergraduate grades, English language proficiency, and eligibility country status
How to Apply
- Visit https://www.rug.nl/masters/alphabetical to browse all available Master’s programs at the University of Groningen and identify a program that aligns with your academic background and career goals.
- Review the specific application deadline for your chosen Master’s program and apply through Studielink — the official Dutch online application portal.
- Secure a provisional or unconditional admission offer for your chosen Master’s program before the February programme deadline.
- Submit your Eric Bleumink Fellowship scholarship application through the official University of Groningen scholarship portal at https://www.rug.nl/education/scholarships/eric-bleumink-fellowship before 1 December.
- Ensure all required academic transcripts, English language results, and supporting documents are complete and submitted alongside your scholarship application.
Application Fee
| Category | Fee Amount |
|---|---|
| All Applicants | Refer to official University of Groningen portal |
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Annual Scholarship Deadline | 1 December (each year) |
| Admission Offer Required By | Before February of the programme entry year |
| Program Duration | 1 or 2 years depending on chosen Master’s program |
Important Links
| Resource | Link |
|---|---|
| Apply for Scholarship | Click Here |
| All Master’s Programs | Click Here |
| Official Website | Click Here |
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible for the Eric Bleumink Fellowship 2027 Netherlands?
Citizens of the designated eligible developing and lower-income countries who have received or are pursuing a provisional or unconditional admission offer to a Master’s program at the University of Groningen, with excellent undergraduate grades and English language proficiency, are eligible to apply.
What does the Eric Bleumink Fellowship 2027 cover financially?
The fellowship provides full tuition fee coverage, international return travel expenses, subsistence costs including food, accommodation, and clothing, books and academic materials, and health insurance for the full one- or two-year Master’s program.
Is the Eric Bleumink Fellowship open to all Master’s programs at the University of Groningen?
Yes – the fellowship applies to all MSc, MA, and LL.M. programs offered across all faculties of the University of Groningen, making it one of the most flexible fully funded Master’s scholarships available to students from eligible countries.
What is the application process for the Eric Bleumink Fellowship 2027?
Applicants must first apply for and receive an admission offer through Studielink, then apply for the Eric Bleumink Fellowship through the official University of Groningen scholarship portal before 1 December; applications without an admission offer before February are deferred to the next annual cycle.
Can students from countries not on the eligible list apply for the Eric Bleumink Fellowship 2027?
No – the fellowship is exclusively available to citizens of the designated eligible countries listed by the Eric Bleumink Fund; applicants from non-listed countries are not eligible to apply for this specific scholarship.