About this opportunity
The TU/e Scholarship for Excellence 2027 supports highly talented international students who want to shape the future of microchip technology at Eindhoven University of Technology in the Netherlands. It covers selected master programmes in Applied Physics, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, and Mathematics and Computer Science, including AI, data science, cybersecurity and quantum tracks. With about 35 awards and roughly 2 percent of applicants selected, it is a prestigious, high-competition STEM scholarship for the 2027-28 academic year starting 1 September 2027. The award is 7,500 euros per academic year for two years.
The TU/e Scholarship for Excellence 2027-28 is a partially funded scholarship offered by Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e) for applicants heading to Netherlands. Applications close on Jan 1, 2027.
Who should apply?
This may be a fit if the following points describe you. Always use the official criteria as the final check.
- Have applied for a full-time TU/e master programme, or an eligible track, in Applied Physics, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Mathematics and Computer Science, starting 1 September 2027
- Meet the specific admission requirements of that master programme
- Have completed a non-Dutch high school diploma and/or university bachelor degree; prior higher education in the Netherlands disqualifies, except exchange programmes
- Show excellent academic results, with a latest transcript GPA of at least 7.5 out of 10
- Meet Dutch entry visa and residence permit requirements
- Not be applying for a joint master with Tilburg University (JADS) or a European Double Degree programme, and not be relying on an admission decision from a previous intake
What the opportunity may offer
- 7,500 euros per academic year for two years, up to 15,000 euros in total, paid in monthly instalments to a Dutch or SEPA bank account
- About 35 scholarships available: 20 for EEA students and 15 for non-EEA students
- For non-EEA students, part of the first year is funded through the Dutch NL Scholarship programme, with no separate NL application needed
- Study in Eindhoven, the Netherlands' Brainport high-tech and semiconductor region
- Selections confirmed by the end of March 2027, giving time for visa and housing planning
- Recognition of academic merit that enhances a CV and professional profile
Required documents
- Complete TU/e master application for an eligible programme or track
- Academic transcripts showing a GPA of at least 7.5 out of 10
- Degree certificate or proof of current study, as required by the programme
- English-language evidence meeting the programme requirement
- Brief motivation in the application confirming scholarship consideration and explaining why the applicant is a strong candidate
- Passport or identity document, plus any programme-specific documents such as a portfolio or CV where the programme asks for them
Application process
- Choose an eligible TU/e master programme or track from the official list
- Submit the complete master application by 1 January 2027 at 23:59 CET
- Confirm in the application that you wish to be considered for the Scholarship for Excellence and include the brief motivation
- The TU/e International Office checks eligibility, then the Scholarship Selection Committee ranks eligible applications
- Selections are confirmed by the end of March 2027; selected students sign a scholarship agreement
Before you apply
- □Apply before Jan 1, 2027 — confirm the date in your own time zone
- □Confirm that you meet every eligibility condition set by Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e)
- □Prepare your 6 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
Submit the complete master application by 1 January 2027 at 23:59 CET, confirming scholarship consideration with a brief motivation. Selections are confirmed by the end of March 2027. The second year requires at least 45 ECTS in the first year, and graduation is expected within 36 months. The outcome cannot be appealed, the award cannot be deferred, and it is non-transferable outside Applied Physics, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, and Mathematics and Computer Science.
Frequently asked questions
How much is the TU/e Scholarship for Excellence worth?
7,500 euros per academic year for two years, up to 15,000 euros in total. It is not a full scholarship, so students must contribute significantly to tuition and living costs.
What is the application deadline?
1 January 2027 at 23:59 CET, for the complete master application with scholarship consideration confirmed and a brief motivation included.
Which programmes are eligible?
Selected master programmes and tracks in Applied Physics, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, and Mathematics and Computer Science, including AI, data science, cybersecurity and quantum tracks.
What grades do I need?
Excellent academic results, shown by a latest transcript GPA of at least 7.5 out of 10. Only about 2 percent of applicants receive the award.
Programme details can change. Check the original listing before you prepare or submit an application.
Last reviewed: 2026-10-26UShireZone is not affiliated with Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e). We never charge applicants to apply. Always verify details and submit through the official website.