If you are looking for a Master’s opportunity in the Netherlands for 2027, the Eric Bleumink Fellowship at the University of Groningen is one to put on your radar.
The fellowship supports talented international students who want to pursue a Master’s degree at the University of Groningen. It provides financial support towards tuition fees, international travel, living expenses, books and health insurance.
But there is one important thing you need to understand before you start planning your application: you cannot apply directly for the Eric Bleumink Fellowship.
Here is what you need to know.
Eric Bleumink Fellowship 2027 at a Glance
Scholarship: Eric Bleumink Fellowship
University: University of Groningen
Study destination: Netherlands
Study level: Master’s
Programmes: MSc, MA and LL.M. programmes
Study start: September 2027
Funding: Tuition fees, international travel, subsistence, books and health insurance
Application route: Apply for an eligible Master’s programme first
Master’s application deadline: 1 December 2026
What Does the Fellowship Cover?
The Eric Bleumink Fellowship provides support for the duration of the eligible Master’s programme.
The official University of Groningen information lists the following:
- Tuition fees
- International travel
- Subsistence expenses
- Books
- Health insurance
The fellowship can be awarded for one-year or two-year Master’s programmes that begin in September.
Who Can Apply?
The fellowship is aimed at students from countries listed by the University of Groningen as eligible for the award. Nigeria, for example, is included on the current eligible-country list.
Applicants must generally meet several requirements, including:
- Excellent academic performance
- A strong Bachelor’s or undergraduate academic record
- Excellent English-language proficiency according to the requirements of the chosen Master’s programme
- Admission to an eligible Master’s programme at the University of Groningen
- The ability to participate in the entire programme
- Good health
- No other means of financing the study
You must also have provisional or unconditional admission to a Master’s programme before the fellowship nomination process.
Meeting the eligibility requirements, however, does not guarantee selection. The University notes that the number of fellowships is limited and there are many applicants.
How Do You Apply?
This is probably the most important part of this post.
There is no separate application form for the Eric Bleumink Fellowship.
Instead, you first apply for a Master’s programme at the University of Groningen.
The university’s Admission Office and the relevant Faculty Admission Boards identify suitable candidates for nomination. Students who are selected for nomination are then informed by the university.
For this reason, you should not wait for a separate fellowship application to open.
The University of Groningen recommends completing your Master’s application before 1 December so there is enough time for the application to be processed.
For a 2027 start, that means you should be working towards completing your Master’s application by 1 December 2026.
What Should You Prepare?
Before applying, make sure you have the documents required for your chosen Master’s programme.
These may include academic transcripts, your Bachelor’s degree certificate, proof of English proficiency, a CV, motivation letter and other programme-specific documents.
Some programmes may also have additional requirements, so do not assume that the documents required for one Master’s programme will be exactly the same for another.
How Competitive Is It?
The Eric Bleumink Fellowship is highly competitive.
Strong grades are important, but you should also pay close attention to the requirements of the specific Master’s programme you are applying for.
Start early. Research your programme, check the admission requirements, prepare your documents and make sure your application is complete well before the deadline.
Most importantly, do not build your entire plan around the fellowship. You should be genuinely interested in the Master’s programme itself and make sure you meet its admission requirements.
Find a Master’s Programme
The University of Groningen offers Master’s programmes across several fields, including science, engineering, economics, social sciences, humanities, law and other disciplines.
Start by finding a programme that matches your academic background and career goals. Then check its specific admission requirements before beginning your application.
Official information: University of Groningen — Eric Bleumink Fellowship
https://www.rug.nl/education/scholarships/eric-bleumink-fellowship?lang=en
Master’s programmes: University of Groningen — Master’s Programmes
https://www.rug.nl/masters/?lang=en
Final Thoughts
The Eric Bleumink Fellowship can provide significant financial support for eligible international students pursuing a Master’s degree at the University of Groningen.
However, the application process is different from many other scholarships. There is no separate fellowship application. Your first step is to apply for an eligible Master’s programme and complete that application on time.
So if you are considering the fellowship for 2027, do not wait until the fellowship nomination stage. Start researching your Master’s programme now and work towards the 1 December 2026 application deadline.
Good luck.
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Disclaimer: BityTech Scholarship Hub is an independent scholarship information platform. BityTech does not award or administer the Eric Bleumink Fellowship and is not affiliated with the University of Groningen. Scholarship requirements may change, so applicants should always verify current information on the official University of Groningen website before applying.