Dreaming of studying in the Netherlands? Here’s great news – the Eric Bleumink Scholarships at the University of Groningen are now open for applications for the 2026 intake. This prestigious award offers full financial support for exceptional international students who wish to pursue a Master’s degree at one of Europe’s leading universities.
The Eric Bleumink Fund supports talented individuals and young researchers from developing countries by granting fully funded scholarships for 1-year or 2-year Master’s programs at the University of Groningen.
This scholarship covers all major expenses—including tuition fees, international travel, living costs, study materials, and health insurance—allowing scholars to focus entirely on their studies and research.
Important: Only applicants who receive a (conditional) admission offer for a Master’s program before February will be considered. To ensure enough time for processing, your application for the chosen Master’s program must be completed before 1 December 2025.
Level of Study: Master’s degree
Institution: University of Groningen
Location: Netherlands
Fields of Study: Arts, Medical Sciences, Law, Spatial Sciences, Philosophy, Science and Engineering, Economics and Business, Behavioral and Social Sciences
Program Duration: 1–2 years
Application Deadline: December 1, 2025 (annual)
The Eric Bleumink Scholarship provides:
Full tuition fee coverage
International travel expenses
Living allowance (subsistence)
Books and study materials
Health insurance
Funding for the entire duration of the Master’s program (1 or 2 years)
To be considered, applicants must:
Be a citizen of any country (priority given to developing nations)
Demonstrate outstanding academic performance, supported by recommendation letters
Have obtained conditional admission to a Master’s program at the University of Groningen
Have excellent grades in undergraduate studies
Meet the English language requirements of the chosen program
Be available for the entire study period in the Netherlands
Have no other means of financing the study
Apply for Admission: Submit your application to a University of Groningen Master’s program before 1 December 2025.
Nomination: The Admission Office will review applications and inform selected candidates about their nomination for the scholarship.
Final Selection: Only nominated candidates will be considered for the Eric Bleumink Fund award.
This scholarship is a golden opportunity to gain a world-class education in the Netherlands without worrying about financial constraints. If you have a proven record of academic excellence and the drive to contribute to global development, this could be your chance to shine.