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Amsterdam Merit Scholarships for Master’s in Medicine

Last verified 19 October 2026 by the Scholarships for Africans editorial team

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Amsterdam Merit Scholarships for Master’s in Medicine - Masters, Post a Comment

Provider
Various
Host country
Netherlands
Deadline
1 April (annual)
Region
Global
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Eligibility & requirements at a glance

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Who can apply
Non-EU/EEA students admitted to a UvA / Amsterdam UMC Master’s programme in Medicine.
Funding
Tuition Only
Study level
Masters
Deadline
1 April (annual)

Key eligibility criteria

  • Non-EU/EEA students admitted to a UvA / Amsterdam UMC Master’s programme in Medicine.

Recorded funding information

  • Tuition Only

About the Amsterdam Merit Scholarships for Master’s in Medicine (2026)

The Amsterdam Merit Scholarships cater to outstanding non-EU students who have been accepted into a Master’s in Medicine at the Academic Medical Centre (AMC) of the Universiteit van Amsterdam (UvA). **Application deadline:** November 1, 2021 ### Table of contents - [Benefits of the Amsterdam Merit Scholarships](https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/amsterdam-merit-scholarships-for-masters-in-medicine/#h-benefits-of-the-amsterdam-merit-scholarships) - [Eligibility Criteria](https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/amsterdam-merit-scholarships-for-masters-in-medicine/#h-eligibility-criteria) - [How to Apply for a Master’s in Medicine](https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/amsterdam-merit-scholarships-for-masters-in-medicine/#h-how-to-apply-for-a-master-s-in-medicine) ## Benefits of the Amsterdam Merit Scholarships A scholarship amount of € 4,000 is allotted per scholar of the Amsterdam Merit Scholarships. However, please note that the scholarship cannot be used as a (partial) tuition waiver. The applicant must still pay the full amount of tuition. *IMPORTANT NOTE: Amsterdam Merit Scholarships are only awarded to applicants who have been admitted to one of the (Master’s) programs of the AMC-UvA. A scholarship granted for a specific academic year cannot be transferred to another academic year. Furthermore, a scholarship will only be extended to the second year of study if the applicant has successfully completed 80% or more of the maximum number of credits in the first year of study. ## Eligibility Criteria One is eligible for the Amsterdam Merit Scholarships if: - Interested parties hold a non-EU/EEA passport; - They are not entitled to receive a Dutch study grant or loan; - Applicants are not be eligible to pay the reduced tuition fee rate for EEA students at the UvA; - The students do not receive a full coverage scholarship for the same period of study as the Amsterdam Merit Scholarship; - They have been (or will be) admitted to the (Master’s) program of Medical Informatics at the AMC-UvA. As the AMC-UvA has a limited number of scholarships, only the most eligible candidates are selected for a scholarship on the basis of the following criteria: - Academic excellence and promise in the proposed field, as evidenced by academic records, letters of recommendation, written work and/or publications; - The quality of their letter of motivation. ## How to Apply for a Master’s in Medicine If you meet the requirements and would like to apply for an AMS Scholarship: Please upload: - a letter of motivation (maximum 500 words) in which you explain the reasons for choosing the Master’s program of Medical Informatics (broader context, relevance for future career); - a letter of recommendation by your dean, teacher or academic supervisor, in which he/she also confirms that you belong to the top 10% of your class; - a description of your extracurricular activities such as participation in student commissions, international experience, sports or music at a high level or volunteer work. Applicants wishing to apply for an AMS scholarship should upload their application to the International Office via the [Digital Student Service Desk](https://uva-ac.topdesk.net/xfg/engopenamcio). Only serious applications will be taken into consideration. **\| SEE ALSO:** [Top Universities in The Netherlands](https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/top-universities-in-the-netherlands-qs-world-university-rankings-2021/) _brought to you by Scholarships for Africans_ [**Scholarships for Africans**](https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/) is a premier scholarship information blog committed to bringing more opportunities for Africans globally. They are part of the African Scholar Initiative, powered by Scholarship Hippo. 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Funding information

The funding information below is recorded in this listing; it does not establish additional covered components. Check amounts, caps, exclusions and conditions on the official source.

  • Tuition Only

Amsterdam Merit Scholarships for Master’s in Medicine eligibility

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  • Non-EU/EEA students admitted to a UvA / Amsterdam UMC Master’s programme in Medicine.

Amsterdam Merit Scholarships for Master’s in Medicine document information

No explicit document checklist is recorded here. If an application is required, prepare only the materials the provider requests.

    How to apply for the Amsterdam Merit Scholarships for Master’s in Medicine 2026

    Follow the provider's stated process. The checks below are guidance, not additional application requirements. Any original editorial instructions remain in the description above.

    1. 1
      Check the provider's process

      Consult https://uva-ac.topdesk.net/xfg/engopenamcio to confirm whether consideration is automatic or requires an application, and follow only the process stated there.

    2. 2
      Check eligibility and any requested materials

      Listed eligibility: Non-EU/EEA students admitted to a UvA / Amsterdam UMC Master’s programme in Medicine.. Confirm the current criteria and, if submission is required, use the provider's own checklist.

    3. 3
      Check dates and next steps

      Listed deadline information: 1 April (annual). Confirm any cutoff, time zone and follow-up process with the provider.

    Amsterdam Merit Scholarships for Master’s in Medicine deadline & application timeline

    Provider deadline information: 1 April (annual). This text cannot be safely converted to a countdown; check the official source for its meaning. The earlier milestones are optional planning suggestions only.

    1. Planning suggestion: 12 months out

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    2. Planning suggestion: 6 months out

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    3. Planning suggestion: 3 months out

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    4. Planning suggestion: 1 month out

      If submission is required, allow time to check your materials and any stated cutoff.

    5. Provider deadline
      1 April (annual)

      Provider deadline information: 1 April (annual). Confirm the current instructions and any cutoff or time zone on the official source; no additional time is assumed here.

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    Frequently asked questions

    Who can apply for the Amsterdam Merit Scholarships for Master’s in Medicine?+

    Non-EU/EEA students admitted to a UvA / Amsterdam UMC Master’s programme in Medicine.

    What funding does the Amsterdam Merit Scholarships for Master’s in Medicine offer?+

    Listed funding: Tuition Only. Confirm amounts, exclusions and conditions on the official source. This label does not establish any additional benefit components.

    When is the application deadline?+

    Provider deadline information: 1 April (annual). Confirm the current cutoff and any time zone on the official source; no additional cutoff or late-submission policy is assumed here.

    What documents do I need to apply?+

    No explicit document checklist is recorded here. If an application is required, prepare only the documents requested by the provider; requirements may differ from admission requirements.

    How do I check the application process?+

    Consult https://uva-ac.topdesk.net/xfg/engopenamcio to confirm whether consideration is automatic or requires an application, and follow only the process stated there. Listed eligibility: Non-EU/EEA students admitted to a UvA / Amsterdam UMC Master’s programme in Medicine.. Confirm the current criteria and, if submission is required, use the provider's own checklist. Listed deadline information: 1 April (annual). Confirm any cutoff, time zone and follow-up process with the provider.

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