Utrecht Sylff Scholarship
Nomination-only fellowship from SYLFF for outstanding UCU and Economics graduates pursuing a UU master's; at least USD25,000/yr (non-EU) or USD10,000/yr (EU). Faculty nominates by April.
Am I eligible?At a glance
Study level
Master’s
Destination
Netherlands
Funding
At least USD25,000/yr (non-EU students) or USD10,000/yr (EU students with non-Dutch passport). Variable — intended to contribute significantly to travel and living expenses. Up to 12 months (extendable for 2-year master's).
Eligible applicants
Outstanding UCU and Economics graduates pursuing master's in Humanities/Social Sciences/Economics at Utrecht University (nomination only, non-Dutch passport required)
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Overview
Utrecht Sylff 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.
What this scholarship covers
At least USD25,000/yr living allowance (non-EU, renewable)
May be included
At least USD10,000/yr living allowance (EU non-Dutch, renewable)
May be included
At least USD25,000/yr (non-EU students) or USD10,000/yr (EU students with non-Dutch passport). Variable — intended to contribute significantly to travel and living expenses. Up to 12 months (extendable for 2-year master's). 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
No
Scholarship scope
University-specific
Last eligibility check
October 11, 2026
Who can apply
- Citizenship
- Non-Dutch passport required. Not eligible for Dutch Studiefinanciering.
- International eligibility
- Non-Dutch students are eligible. EU students with non-Dutch passports are also eligible but receive a lower amount (min. USD10,000/yr vs min. USD25,000/yr for non-EU).
Academic requirements
- Academic recordCompetitive
- Must have excelled academically in bachelor's programme. Leadership potential required.
- Minimum grades / GPANot published
- No fixed minimum grade is listed for this scholarship. Check the provider’s current call for academic requirements.
Experience and personal requirements
- LeadershipCompetitive
- Must have ambition to play a leading role in making a positive difference in society.
Study restrictions and coverage
- Universities
- Utrecht University (UU)
- Countries
- NL
Official eligibility summary
Outstanding graduates of University College Utrecht (UCU) enrolling in a master's in Humanities, Social Sciences, or Economics at UU; or outstanding Economics & Business Economics graduates enrolling in the UU School of Economics. Must hold a non-Dutch passport and not be eligible for Dutch Studiefinanciering.
Applicant profile
- Outstanding UCU and Economics graduates pursuing master's in Humanities/Social Sciences/Economics at Utrecht University (nomination only, non-Dutch passport required)
Study route
- Master’s study in Netherlands
Current-cycle criteria
- Outstanding graduates of University College Utrecht (UCU) enrolling in a master's in Humanities, Social Sciences, or Economics at UU; or outstanding Economics & Business Economics graduates enrolling in the UU School of Economics. Must hold a non-Dutch passport and not be eligible for Dutch Studiefinanciering.
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
- No student application — Faculty nomination only
How to apply
- 1
No direct application — you must be nominated by your Faculty (UCU or Economics and Business Economics).
- 2
Ensure your Faculty is aware of your interest in the scholarship.
- 3
Faculty nominates candidates before 1 April.
- 4
SYLFF notifies selected candidates in June.
Application timeline
Application cycle
Annual. Faculty nominations due 1 April. Selection committee ranks and submits to SYLFF end of April. SYLFF awards in June.
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.