About this opportunity
The TU Delft Justus and Louise van Effen Excellence Scholarship 2027 funds outstanding international students for two year regular MSc programmes at Delft University of Technology in the Netherlands. Two awards are made per faculty each year, covering full tuition fees plus a contribution towards living expenses. It targets excellent applicants, typically among the top 10 percent of their previous degree cohort, who complete their MSc application before the scholarship deadline.
The TU Delft Justus & Louise van Effen Excellence Scholarship 2027 is a fully funded scholarship offered by Delft University of Technology (TU Delft) for applicants heading to Netherlands. Applications close on Dec 1, 2026.
Who should apply?
This may be a fit if the following points describe you. Always use the official criteria as the final check.
- Be an excellent international applicant (conditionally) admitted to one of TU Delft's two year regular MSc programmes (not an International Joint Education Programme)
- Hold a bachelor's degree from an internationally renowned university outside the Netherlands
- Have excellent academic results, as an indication among the top 10 percent of graduates of the previous study programme
- Submit a complete MSc application before the scholarship deadline
- Meet all MSc admission criteria, including English language requirements
- Not be a current or former TU Delft bachelor's student
- Not have obtained the bachelor's degree at a Dutch university
- Not have already started MSc studies at TU Delft
What the opportunity may offer
- Full tuition fees per year for a TU Delft MSc programme, at the statutory or institutional rate based on nationality
- A contribution towards living expenses
- Support for the full two year MSc duration, subject to satisfactory academic progress (at least 48 of 60 credits for year two)
- Membership of the TU Delft Scholarship Club with personal development activities, workshops and seminars
- Access to TU Delft's academic, research and innovation environment
Required documents
- Complete TU Delft MSc application
- Completed Justus and Louise van Effen Scholarship Application Form
- One reference letter (two may be combined into a single PDF), uploaded or sent via the referee invitation before the deadline
- Proof of English language proficiency (for example IELTS or TOEFL iBT) as required for the MSc application
- Bachelor's degree transcripts and diploma
- Passport copy and other admission documents required by the chosen MSc programme
- CV as part of the standard MSc application
Application process
- Choose an eligible regular two year TU Delft MSc programme
- Check the programme's admission and English language requirements
- Complete the official Justus and Louise van Effen Scholarship Application Form
- Arrange the reference letter and English test certificate so they are ready before the deadline
- Submit the complete MSc application together with the scholarship form and supporting documents
- Submit everything by 1 December 2026 at 23:59 CET; no documents can be added after submission
- Await the outcome by email by the end of March 2027; the award is conditional on fulfilling all admission criteria
Before you apply
- □Apply before Dec 1, 2026 — confirm the date in your own time zone
- □Confirm that you meet every eligibility condition set by Delft University of Technology (TU Delft)
- □Prepare your 7 required documents in the format asked for
- □Ask referees early and share the official instructions
- □Review the official source once more before submitting
Deadline notes
The complete MSc application, scholarship form, reference letter and English test evidence must all be submitted by 1 December 2026 at 23:59 CET, with no late additions.
Frequently asked questions
Is the van Effen scholarship fully funded?
It covers full tuition fees plus a contribution towards living expenses, so you should budget for any remaining costs such as travel and visa fees.
What is the application deadline?
The complete application must be submitted by 1 December 2026 at 23:59 CET, with no exceptions or late additions.
How many scholarships are awarded?
Two scholarships per faculty are awarded each year, making it a highly competitive award.
Can I submit my English test after the deadline?
No, unlike general MSc applications, all documents including English test scores must be uploaded before the scholarship deadline.
Who is not eligible?
TU Delft bachelor's students, anyone who completed a bachelor's degree at a Dutch university, and students who have already started an MSc at TU Delft.
Programme details can change. Check the original listing before you prepare or submit an application.
Last reviewed: 2026-10-25UShireZone is not affiliated with Delft University of Technology (TU Delft). We never charge applicants to apply. Always verify details and submit through the official website.