About this opportunity
The University of Twente Scholarship (UTS) 2027 is a merit based masters scholarship for excellent students from outside the EU/EEA who want to study in the Netherlands. Worth between EUR 3,000 and EUR 22,000 for one year, it supports students on English taught MSc programmes at the University of Twente in fields from computer science and robotics to sustainable energy and business. Applicants must first secure provisional admission, then submit the separate UTS form before 1 April 2027, with results announced in the first week of May 2027. Because UTS is a contribution towards study costs rather than a full scholarship, applicants should confirm they can cover remaining tuition and living costs in the Netherlands.
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 student from a non-EU/EEA country, typically in the top 5 to 10 percent of your graduating class
- Be provisionally admitted to a qualifying University of Twente masters programme starting in September 2027, and hold a UT student number
- Meet the English requirement: IELTS Academic 6.5 with speaking 6.0, or TOEFL iBT 90 with speaking 20, unless the programme states otherwise
- Meet the conditions for a Dutch entry visa and residence permit, and not be eligible for the Dutch statutory tuition fee
- Not have graduated from a UT undergraduate or graduate programme
- Not be eligible for a Dutch study loan
- Note the exclusions: Dutch and current UT students, EU/EEA students, students eligible for the statutory tuition fee, masters programmes at the Faculty of Geo-Information Science and Earth Observation (ITC), and the pre-Master programme are not eligible
What the opportunity may offer
- EUR 3,000 to EUR 22,000 for one year, paid as compensation for study-related costs that the student may spend as they choose
- A possible equal second year award for two year programmes, only if progress requirements are met: an average grade of at least 7 out of 10 and at least 50 percent of credits by the end of the third quartile of year one
- UTS recipients from eligible DAC Least Developed and Other Low Income countries may additionally be considered for the Kipaji Scholarship of up to EUR 12,000, by indicating interest in the UTS motivation
- Only one UT scholarship can be awarded to a student
Required documents
- Masters programme application to a qualifying University of Twente programme starting in September 2027
- Provisional admission letter and UT student number
- Academic transcripts showing top class standing
- Proof of English proficiency at the level required for the programme
- Completed UTS online application form with motivation, including Kipaji interest where eligible
Application process
- Apply for an eligible UT masters programme starting in September 2027, allowing up to eight weeks for an admission decision, so apply early
- Receive conditional admission and your UT student number
- Complete the UTS online application form with your student number before 1 April 2027 at 16:00 CET, indicating Kipaji interest in the motivation if eligible
- Await results in the first week of May 2027
Before you apply
- □Confirm that you meet every eligibility condition
- □Check the deadline in your own time zone
- □Prepare documents in the required format
- □Ask referees early and share the official instructions
- □Review the official source once more before submitting
Deadline notes
The UTS application form opens on 15 October 2026 at 09:00 CET and closes on 1 April 2027 at 16:00 CET, for masters programmes starting in September 2027. Results are announced in the first week of May 2027. Apply for admission early: guides note admission decisions can take up to eight weeks, so a programme application well before the scholarship deadline is the safe route.
Frequently asked questions
Is the University of Twente Scholarship fully funded?
No. UT states clearly that UTS is compensation for study-related costs, not a full scholarship, and no costs are paid on your behalf.
Do I need admission before applying for UTS?
Yes. You need provisional admission to a qualifying UT masters programme and a student number before you can complete the UTS form.
How much is UTS worth?
Between EUR 3,000 and EUR 22,000 for one year, depending on the award. Two year students may receive an equal second year award if they meet the grade and credit progress requirements.
What is the Kipaji Scholarship?
An additional award of up to EUR 12,000 for UTS recipients from DAC Least Developed and Other Low Income countries. Indicate your interest in your UTS motivation.
When is the UTS deadline?
1 April 2027 at 16:00 CET, with results in the first week of May 2027.
Programme details can change. Check the original listing before you prepare or submit an application.
Last reviewed: 2026-10-29UShireZone is not affiliated with University of Twente. We never charge applicants to apply. Always verify details and submit through the official website.