The University of Amsterdam in the Netherlands is offering international students the opportunity to study in a postgraduate program completely free of charge. Under the ‘Amsterdam Merit Scholarship’, students from Bangladesh and other countries can apply for this scholarship. Application deadline is next January-May (annually). Application deadlines vary by faculty.
The University of Amsterdam (UA) is the leading university in the Netherlands and one of the oldest and most prestigious universities in Europe. It was founded in 1632 and today has a special place in research and education around the world. Amsterdam has two public research universities. One is the University of Amsterdam, and the other is the Free University of Amsterdam.
Facilities—
- Will pay tuition fees
will pay a portion of living expenses - The scholarship amount can range from €2,000 to €25,000 depending on the faculty
The scholarship is awarded for one year. However, extension for the second year of the postgraduate program is granted
Application Eligibility—
Must be a graduate degree holder
Must have good academic results (CGPA 3.5 or higher);
Must be proficient in English
But the criteria may vary in different faculties. Applicants should review faculty or graduate school websites for specific eligibility requirements, selection criteria, and application instructions.
Required Documents—
All academic transcripts
Motivation letter (maximum 500 words)
Proof of English proficiency (IELTS: 7, TOEFL: 100)
Complete curriculum vitae (CV) of the applicant
Application Procedure— Interested candidates can apply online. Click here to apply and know more about application.