The Eric Bleumink Fellowship 2027 offers an exceptional, fully funded opportunity for international students from developing countries to pursue a master’s degree in the Netherlands. Hosted by the University of Groningen, this prestigious fellowship is designed to support academically outstanding candidates who lack the financial means to study abroad.
Unlike many scholarships that offer partial funding, the Eric Bleumink Fellowship provides comprehensive financial support covering nearly all costs associated with postgraduate study. This makes it one of the most valuable and competitive scholarship programs in Europe for students seeking high-quality education in a globally recognised institution.
Details
The Eric Bleumink Fellowship is administered by the University of Groningen and targets talented students admitted to one of the university’s master’s degree programmes. Founded in 1614, the University of Groningen is one of the oldest and most research-intensive universities in the Netherlands, offering a wide range of English-taught postgraduate programmes across multiple disciplines.
A distinctive feature of this fellowship is that it does not require a separate application. Instead, candidates are automatically considered after applying for and securing admission into a master’s programme. The university’s Admission Office, in collaboration with faculty selection committees, identifies and nominates eligible candidates based on academic excellence, financial need, and eligibility criteria.
The fellowship supports one-year or two-year master’s programmes beginning in September 2027. Candidates must ensure that their application for admission is submitted early enough to be considered during the nomination process, which typically takes place before February.
Benefits
The Eric Bleumink Fellowship provides full financial coverage for the duration of the master’s programme.
Key benefits include:
• Full tuition fee coverage for the entire duration of the master’s degree
• International travel costs to and from the Netherlands
• Monthly living allowance of approximately €1,250
• One-time settling-in allowance of €275 upon arrival
• Full coverage of books and study materials
• Comprehensive health insurance arranged by the university
This funding package is designed to eliminate financial barriers, allowing recipients to focus entirely on their academic and research activities.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must meet the following eligibility requirements to be considered for the Eric Bleumink Fellowship:
• Must hold citizenship from an eligible developing country listed by the University of Groningen
• Must have an excellent academic record, typically ranking among the top students in their cohort
• Must have received a provisional or unconditional admission offer for a master’s programme at the University of Groningen
• Must meet the English language proficiency requirements of the chosen programme
• Must demonstrate financial need and lack sufficient means to fund their studies independently
• Must be available to participate fully in the selected master’s programme
• Must be in good health to meet the requirements for health insurance in the Netherlands
• Must not be receiving funding from another full scholarship programme
The fellowship is highly competitive, and only a limited number of candidates are selected each year.
Required Documents
Applicants must prepare all documents required for admission to a master’s programme at the University of Groningen. These generally include:
• Completed application for a master’s degree programme
• Academic transcripts and degree certificates
• Proof of English language proficiency (such as IELTS or TOEFL)
• Curriculum Vitae or academic resume
• Letters of recommendation from academic referees
• Personal statement or motivation letter
• Any additional programme-specific requirements
There is no separate document submission for the fellowship itself, as selection is based on the admission application.
Application Process / How to Apply
To be considered for the Eric Bleumink Fellowship, applicants must first apply for admission to an eligible master’s programme at the University of Groningen.
After submitting the application, candidates who receive a provisional or unconditional offer are automatically reviewed for the fellowship. The university’s Admission Office screens eligible candidates and forwards shortlisted applications to a selection committee.
Selected candidates are then nominated for the fellowship and notified directly by the university. Since there is no separate scholarship application, the strength and completeness of the admission application are critical for consideration.
Applicants are strongly encouraged to apply early to ensure their application is processed before the nomination period.
Deadline
The deadline to apply for a master’s programme at the University of Groningen for consideration under the Eric Bleumink Fellowship 2027 is 1 December 2026. Candidates must receive an admission offer before February 2027 to be eligible for nomination.
