Leiden University Children’s Rights Scholarship For Master Candidates From Developing Countries

The Children’s Rights Scholarship 1 offers talented students from developing countries the opportunity to pursue the Master of Laws (Advanced Studies) in International Children’s Rights at Leiden University. This prestigious one-year program is designed for highly motivated candidates committed to advancing children’s rights worldwide.

Applicants must be nationals of countries ranked 113–189 on the UNDP Human Development Index, demonstrate strong academic potential, and lack the financial means to study without assistance. Priority is given to students from single-parent families or those receiving social support, with the expectation that recipients will return home after graduation to apply their knowledge in practice.

Two partial scholarships of €17,900 each are available, covering 80% of the total tuition fee of €22,900. Applications must be submitted online by 1 February 2027, including the admission form, motivation letter, and proof of English proficiency. Successful candidates will be announced in the first week of May 2026.

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Applicants must prepare and submit the following documents

Completed online admission application for the LL.M. Advanced Studies in International Children’s Rights.

Proof of English proficiency (valid test result).

Motivation letter (PDF, max 500 words) stating

Leiden University student number.

Financial situation and need for the scholarship.

Motivation for pursuing this Master’s programme.

Proof of payment of the €100 application fee.

Selection Process

The application selection process is as follows

Selection conducted by the Admission Board and the scholarship provider.

Evaluations based on academic excellence, financial need, and motivation.

Results announced in early May 2027.

Only complete applications submitted before the deadline will be reviewed.

Who can apply for this scholarship?

Must be a national of a country ranked 113–189 on the UNDP Human Development Index, including Afghanistan

Not have any other sufficient financial means to pursue the program without scholarship aid.

Must be highly motivated to study International Children’s Rights.

Priority is given to applicants from single-parent families or those relying on social assistance.

Must intend to return to their home country to apply the knowledge gained for advancing children’s rights.

Only for applicants to the Master of Laws: Advanced Studies in International Children’s Rights at Leiden University.

What does the scholarship program offer?

The scholarship amount is €17,900, which is a partial contribution toward the €22,900 tuition fee.

Provides international exposure and access to Leiden University’s global legal network.

Note: Students must fund the remaining tuition, visa, travel, housing, and living expenses themselves.

Submit your online application for admission via Leiden University’s portal (uSis) and pay the €100 fee.

Upload all required documents, including a valid English test result.

In the Scholarship tab, select Children’s Rights Scholarship 1.

Upload your motivation letter (PDF) in accordance with the stated requirements.

Click Submit — both the admission and scholarship applications must be completed before the deadline.

For questions, contact the [email protected] or visit the official website of Leiden University.