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Amsterdam Merit Scholarship (AMS) 2027 at the University of Amsterdam

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Location
Netherlands
Opportunity type
scholarship
Published
October 14, 2026

Quick summary

The University of Amsterdam (UvA) aims to attract the world’s brightest students to its international classrooms through the Amsterdam Merit Scholarship. Outstanding students from outside the EU/EEA can apply. Application Deadline: 15 January 2027 (23:59 CET) Tell Me About the Fellowship Programme: The Amsterdam Merit Scholarship (AMS) is offered by the University of Amsterdam (UvA) to attract outstanding non‑EU/EEA students into its international classrooms. For the academic year 2026–2027, the scholarship provides €25,900 to support excellent students enrolling in selected LLM Master’s programmes at the Amsterdam Law School. Applicants must: Hold a non‑EU/EEA passport. Not be eligible for Dutch study grants/loans (Studiefinanciering). Apply to a UvA Master’s programme for the first time (AMS not awarded to those who already hold a UvA Master’s). Comply with Dutch visa regulations. Enrol as a full‑time student for the academic year. Belong to the top tier academically (excellent students). Submit your complete LLM application before 15 January 2027. Submit your scholarship application via the UvA portal before 15 January 2027 (23:59 CET). Upload required documents (transcripts, CV, motivation letter). If applying for both AMS and Mr Julia Henriëtte Jaarsma‑Adolfs Fund Scholarship, indicate this in the form (only one motivation letter required).

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Overview

The University of Amsterdam (UvA) aims to attract the world’s brightest students to its international classrooms through the Amsterdam Merit Scholarship. Outstanding students from outside the EU/EEA can apply.

Application Deadline

15 January 2027 (23:59 CET)

Tell Me About the Fellowship Programme

The Amsterdam Merit Scholarship (AMS) is offered by the University of Amsterdam (UvA) to attract outstanding non‑EU/EEA students into its international classrooms. For the academic year 2026–2027, the scholarship provides €25,900 to support excellent students enrolling in selected LLM Master’s programmes at the Amsterdam Law School.

Which Fields are Eligible?

The AMS is available for applicants admitted to

International and European Law

Transnational and European Private Law

Law & Finance

International Criminal Law

Type

Graduate Scholarship | LLM Master’s | University of Amsterdam, Netherlands

Who can Apply?

Applicants must

Hold a non‑EU/EEA passport.

Not be eligible for Dutch study grants/loans (Studiefinanciering).

Apply to a UvA Master’s programme for the first time (AMS not awarded to those who already hold a UvA Master’s).

Comply with Dutch visa regulations.

Enrol as a full‑time student for the academic year.

Belong to the top tier academically (excellent students).

How Are Applicants Selected?

Selection is based on

Academic excellence (transcripts and GPA).

Motivation letter (max 500 words).

CV and overall profile.

Compliance with visa and enrolment requirements.

Which Countries Are Eligible?

All non‑EU/EEA countries worldwide.

Where is the Fellowship Taken?

University of Amsterdam (UvA), Netherlands.

How Many Fellowships?

Multiple scholarships awarded annually.

What is the Benefit of the Fellowship Programme?

Scholarship value: €25,900 (for one academic year).

Supports tuition and living costs.

Prestigious recognition for outstanding students.

How Long Will the Fellowship Last?

1 academic year (2026–2027).

Required Documents

Academic records (transcripts + GPA).

CV.

Motivation letter (max 500 words).

Completed LLM application.

How to Apply

Submit your complete LLM application before 15 January 2027.

Submit your scholarship application via the UvA portal before 15 January 2027 (23:59 CET).

Upload required documents (transcripts, CV, motivation letter).

If applying for both AMS and Mr Julia Henriëtte Jaarsma‑Adolfs Fund Scholarship, indicate this in the form (only one motivation letter required).

Results announced by end of March 2027.

Visit the Application Webpage for Details

Eligibility

Applicants must

Hold a non‑EU/EEA passport. Not be eligible for Dutch study grants/loans (Studiefinanciering). Apply to a UvA Master’s programme for the first time (AMS not awarded to those who already hold a UvA Master’s). Comply with Dutch visa regulations. Enrol as a full‑time student for the academic year. Belong to the top tier academically (excellent students).

How Are Applicants Selected?

Selection is based on

Academic excellence (transcripts and GPA). Motivation letter (max 500 words). CV and overall profile. Compliance with visa and enrolment requirements.

Which Countries Are Eligible?

All non‑EU/EEA countries worldwide.

How to apply

Submit your complete LLM application before 15 January 2027. Submit your scholarship application via the UvA portal before 15 January 2027 (23:59 CET). Upload required documents (transcripts, CV, motivation letter). If applying for both AMS and Mr Julia Henriëtte Jaarsma‑Adolfs Fund Scholarship, indicate this in the form (only one motivation letter required). Results announced by end of March 2027.

Visit the Application Webpage for Details

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