Radboud Scholarship Programme Apply Online 2026
How to Apply Online (Step-by-Step)
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**Apply for a Master's Programme**: First, apply for admission to an eligible English-taught Master's programme at Radboud University through the OSIRIS Application system.
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**Indicate Scholarship Interest**: During your Master's admission application in the OSIRIS system, indicate that you wish to apply for a Radboud Scholarship.
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**Upload Additional Documents**: You will be requested to upload three additional documents for the scholarship application: two reference letters and a Curriculum Vitae. If these were already uploaded for your Master's programme application, you can upload them again.
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**Submit Application**: The initial deadline to submit your application in the OSIRIS system for the 2026/2027 academic year was 31 January 2026, 23:59 CET.
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**Complete Application**: Your application will be checked, and you may be requested to pay a handling fee or correct/provide missing documents. You need to resubmit your complete application by 14 February 2026, 23:59 CET at the latest. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
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**English Proficiency**: It is recommended to submit your proof of English proficiency before the 14 February 2026 deadline.
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**Decision Notification**: You will be informed about the final scholarship decision before mid-April 2026 (date subject to change).
FAQs for Radboud Scholarship Programme
Q.Does the Radboud Scholarship Programme cover living expenses?
No, the scholarship primarily provides a significant reduction in tuition fees, along with coverage for visa costs, residence permit, health insurance, and liability insurance. Living expenses and daily study costs are not covered.
Q.Can I apply for the scholarship and the Master's program separately?
No, the application for the Radboud Scholarship is fully integrated with your application for admission to an English-taught Master's programme. You indicate your wish to apply for the scholarship within the OSIRIS Application system for your Master's programme.
Q.What is the key criterion for selection for this scholarship?
The scholarship is highly selective and merit-based. Key criteria include outstanding academic excellence (grades, publications, relevance of your previous degree, and university ranking), a strong motivation letter demonstrating ambition, and compelling reference letters.
Q.What happens if I am admitted to a two-year Master's programme?
If you are admitted to a two-year Master's programme and receive the scholarship, its renewal for the second year is conditional upon you successfully passing all courses in the first year of your study.