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Radboud Scholarship Program for International Students

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Provider
Various
Host country
Netherlands
Region
Europe

About this scholarship

![](https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/thumb_10569_default_big.png) [Caelus Murphy](https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/author/veemanguilimotan/) [December 10, 2021December 8, 2021](https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/2021/12/10/) The Radboud Scholarship Programme provides a limited number of excellent aspiring non-EEA students with the option to acquire a scholarship to study an English-taught Master’s degree at Radboud University. **Application Deadline:** 28 February 2022 ### Table of contents - [Benefits of Radboud Scholarship Programme](https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/radboud-scholarship-program-for-international-students/#h-benefits-of-radboud-scholarship-programme) - [Eligibility Criteria](https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/radboud-scholarship-program-for-international-students/#h-eligibility-criteria) - [How to Apply](https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/radboud-scholarship-program-for-international-students/#h-how-to-apply) * * * Stay in the loop! Get weekly updates on new scholarships offerings here. * * * ## Benefits of Radboud Scholarship Programme The tuition fee will be reduced to € 2,209 if the student receives a partial scholarship. For example, in 2022/2023, a grant holder will pay a tuition charge of €2,209 rather than €16,000. The scholarships also cover visa, residence permit, health insurance, and liability insurance (Insurance Passport for Students (IPS) fees. If the student is chosen as a scholarship recipient and is enrolled in a two-year Master’s degree, they must have completed all courses in the first year to be eligible for the award again in the second year. ## Eligibility Criteria You will only be eligible to obtain a Radboud Scholarship if you: - hold a non-EU/EEA passport - are not eligible for the lower EEA tuition fee for other reasons - have (will obtain) a Bachelor’s degree achieved outside the Netherlands, have no degrees achieved in the Netherlands and did not receive any previous education in the Netherlands - have been fully admitted to the English-taught Master’s degree programme starting **1 September 2022** as stated in the formal letter of admission - are able to comply with the conditions for obtaining a visa for the Netherlands - are enrolled at Radboud University as a full-time student for the academic year and Master’s degree programme for which the scholarship will be awarded. ## How to Apply The application for admission and the application for the scholarship is fully integrated, there is no separate procedure for the scholarship. You can apply by indicating during your application for admission for a Master’s programme that you wish to apply for a Radboud Scholarship. You must have completed your application for admission via the OSIRIS online application system before **28 February 2022 23:59 CEST**. It is important to visit the [official website](https://www.ru.nl/english/education/masters-programmes/financial-matters/scholarships-grants/read_more/rsprogramme/) to access the online application system for detailed information on how to apply for this scholarship. * * * _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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Eligibility criteria

Always cross-check eligibility against the sponsor's official site before applying — sponsor rules can change between intakes.

  • Citizen or permanent resident of an eligible African country
  • Currently applying to or enrolled at the Masters level
  • Willing to study in Netherlands
  • Strong academic record — typically a minimum GPA equivalent to a UK 2:1 / US 3.3
  • English-language proficiency demonstrated by IELTS, TOEFL or an MOI letter
  • Two academic or professional references able to speak to your potential

Required documents

A planning baseline drawn from how 90%+ of African scholarship sponsors structure their checklist. The sponsor's portal is the source of truth for any single application.

  • Valid international passport (bio page scan)
  • Most recent academic transcripts (sealed or e-verified copies)
  • Curriculum vitae / résumé (1–2 pages, reverse-chronological)
  • Personal statement or motivation letter (500–1,000 words, tailored to the sponsor)
  • Two to three reference letters (academic for students, professional for working applicants)
  • Proof of English proficiency (IELTS, TOEFL or Duolingo) — Medium-of-Instruction letter may substitute for Anglophone-Africa graduates
  • Passport-sized photograph meeting ICAO biometric standards
  • Research proposal or statement of purpose (500–2,000 words for PhD)
  • Published or unpublished writing sample (PhD and research-led Masters)
  • Country-of-origin proof (national ID or birth certificate) — required by many Africa-focused funders

Deadline timeline

The sponsor has not published a fixed deadline yet. Use the milestones below as a generic 12-month plan; substitute dates once the intake window opens.

  1. 12 months out

    Register for tests (IELTS/TOEFL/SAT/GRE), shortlist 3–5 universities, identify referees.

  2. 6 months out

    Sit your tests, draft a personal statement, request transcripts and confirm reference letters.

  3. 3 months out

    Finalise essays, upload supporting documents, complete the online application portal.

  4. 1 month out

    Final review, double-check uploaded files, submit a week before the deadline to avoid portal issues.

  5. Application deadline

    Submit by 23:59 in the sponsor's stated time zone — usually local to the sponsor, not your country.

Frequently asked questions

Who can apply for the Radboud Scholarship Program for International Students?+

Applicants must be eligible African nationals applying at the Masters level, meet the academic and English-language requirements set by Various, and be able to relocate to Netherlands for the duration of the programme.

Is the Radboud Scholarship Program for International Students fully funded?+

Funding model: Tuition Only. Where listed as fully funded, the award typically covers tuition, monthly stipend, health insurance and round-trip airfare. Always confirm the latest funding breakdown on the sponsor's official page.

When is the application deadline?+

The application deadline is varies by intake — see the official site. Submit at least one week early — sponsor portals frequently slow or fail in the final 24 hours, and late submissions are not accepted under any circumstances.

What documents do I need to apply?+

At minimum: passport bio page, academic transcripts, CV, personal statement, two to three references, and an English-language test score (IELTS, TOEFL or Duolingo). Research-led Masters and PhD applications also require a research proposal and a writing sample.

How can I improve my chance of winning?+

Apply early, tailor every essay to the specific sponsor (do not recycle a generic statement), secure at least one reference who knows your work in detail, and apply to two or three additional scholarships in parallel — never rely on a single application.