Scholarships
UvA offers several scholarships across faculties to its international students to reward academically bright students. Most University of Amsterdam Scholarships for Indian Students are awarded on merit, while some may be available for those in financial need. The scholarships offer partial or complete cover of the tuition costs. Some popular UvA Amsterdam Scholarships are mentioned below.
| Scholarship Type | Scholarship Name | Financial Award | Course Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Merit-based | Amsterdam Merit Scholarships | INR 26.3 Lakhs | PG - Science |
| Merit-based | Letje Lips Amsterdam Merit Scholarship | Varies | PG - Humanities |
| Need or Merit-based | Amsterdam Economics and Business Talent Fund | Varies | PG - Business and Economics |
How to get a UvA Scholarship as an International Student?
The eligibility conditions vary for different scholarship programs. However, here are the general requirements students need to satisfy to be eligible for financial aid at Uni Amsterdam.
- Should be a non-EU student
- Demonstrate academic excellence (minimum GPA 3.7 on a 4.0 scale)
- Prove financial need
- Applied for a full degree program at UvA
- Have a valid Dutch Student Visa
- Send in a complete scholarship application by the specific deadline
Read from student.uva.nl/en on 30 Aug 2026. Check with the university before you rely on a date or a figure.