Martijn Zwart Fund Scholarship
Utrecht University fund for US/Canadian students studying Dutch Language and Culture; €2,500–€5,000. Apply by 15 May each year via email. Next cycle: May 2027.
Am I eligible?At a glance
Study level
Master’s
Destination
Netherlands
Funding
€2,500 to €5,000. If many applications, available budget may be divided and full requested amount may not be awarded.
Eligible applicants
US or Canadian nationals studying Dutch Language and Culture at Utrecht University
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Overview
Martijn Zwart Fund Scholarship is offered by Utrecht University for Master’s study in Netherlands. Details were checked against the provider’s official page on October 11, 2026.
Application checklist
What you’ll need
The confirmed essentials for this application. Always check the official source before applying.
- Cover letter (1-2 A4) with motivation and financial needRequired
- Budget showing study costs and funding planRequired
What this scholarship covers
€2,500–€5,000 partial scholarship (variable)
Included
€2,500 to €5,000. If many applications, available budget may be divided and full requested amount may not be awarded. Award components, amounts, and exclusions can change by intake, programme, nationality, or host institution, so confirm them on the official provider page.
Are you eligible?
Eligibility review
Checked against the official criteria on October 11, 2026
International students
Conditional
Domestic students
See official criteria
Scholarship scope
University-specific
Last eligibility check
October 11, 2026
Who can apply
- Citizenship
- US or Canadian nationals ONLY.
- International eligibility
- Exclusively for students with American or Canadian nationality. No other nationalities are eligible.
Academic requirements
- Minimum grades / GPANot published
- No fixed minimum grade is listed for this scholarship. Check the provider’s current call for academic requirements.
Study restrictions and coverage
- Fields
- Dutch Language and Culture · Dutch Studies · Neerlandistiek
- Universities
- Utrecht University (UU) — Department of Dutch Language and Culture
- Countries
- NL
Official eligibility summary
Students of American or Canadian nationality pursuing Dutch Language and Culture studies at Utrecht University: BA Nederlandse taal en cultuur, MA Neerlandistiek, rMA Nederlandse literatuur en cultuur, or Dutch-language track of MA Literature Today.
Applicant profile
- US or Canadian nationals studying Dutch Language and Culture at Utrecht University
Study route
- Master’s study in Netherlands
Current-cycle criteria
- Students of American or Canadian nationality pursuing Dutch Language and Culture studies at Utrecht University: BA Nederlandse taal en cultuur, MA Neerlandistiek, rMA Nederlandse literatuur en cultuur, or Dutch-language track of MA Literature Today.
What to confirm for this cycle
Scholarship details can change from one application cycle to the next. Check these points on the official page before you apply.
- Current eligibility rules
- Current funding and benefits
- Current deadline and application route
Required documents
The required documents are summarized above. Confirm the final checklist with the official provider before you apply.
How to apply
- 1
Write a 1-2 A4 cover letter explaining who you are, what you plan to study, and why you need funding.
- 2
Include a budget listing expected study costs and how remaining costs will be covered.
- 3
Email your letter and budget to Emmeline Besamusca at e.n.besamusca@uu.nl.
- 4
Apply by 15 May. Notification by 15 June.
- 5
Payment is subject to formal admission to the intended programme.
Application timeline
Application cycle
Annual. Apply by 15 May. Results by 15 June. Payment conditional on admission. 2026 cycle closed. Next cycle: apply by May 2027.
Confirm the current dates on the provider’s official page.
Always confirm the latest deadline on the official provider website.
Official source
Utrecht University
Official scholarship source
Last checked October 11, 2026
Your next steps
- 01Read the official programme guidance.
- 02Confirm eligibility, funding, and the deadline.
- 03Check the current application cycle.
- 04Apply through the official provider.
Frequently asked questions
When is the next deadline?
No exact deadline is listed here. Check the official provider page for the next application cycle.
Why do some details vary?
Scholarship conditions can differ by intake, study programme, nationality, and host institution. The official provider page is the source of the current rules.