DELFT UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY (TU DELFT)
Justus & Louise van Effen Excellence Scholarship
full · masters
- Tuition + ~€16,000 livingCoverage
- TU DelftHost institution
- MSc (master’s)Study level
- Non-EU/EEA studentsEligibility
- ~30–40 / yearAwards
- 1 DecemberDeadline
At a glance
full
Funding
€30k
Max amount
Dec 1, 2026
Deadline
Non-EU/EEA countries
Country
Delft University of Technology (TU Delft)
Provider
The Justus & Louise van Effen Excellence Scholarship is the flagship merit scholarship of Delft University of Technology (TU Delft), founded in 1842 and the largest technology university in the Netherlands. It is awarded to exceptional non-EU/EEA students enrolling in an MSc programme at TU Delft. The scholarship is effectively full funding for the master's: it covers the difference between the EU/EEA and non-EU/EEA tuition fee (i.e. tuition) plus a contribution toward living costs of around €16,000 over the programme. It is highly competitive, with a limited number of awards (often around 30–40 per year) made to the strongest applicants across TU Delft's engineering and technology master's programmes. Applicants must first apply for admission to an eligible TU Delft MSc, then submit the scholarship application by the deadline, commonly 1 December for programmes starting the following September. Selection is based on academic excellence and the overall strength of the application.
What's covered
- Tuition difference — Covers the gap between the EU/EEA and non-EU/EEA tuition fee — effectively your tuition.
- Living contribution — A contribution toward living costs of around €16,000 over the 2-year programme.
- Duration — For the nominal 2 years of the MSc, subject to satisfactory progress.
How to apply
Apply for admission to an eligible TU Delft MSc, then submit the Justus & Louise van Effen scholarship application by the deadline (commonly 1 December).
- Choose an eligible MSc — Select a TU Delft MSc programme and confirm it is eligible for the scholarship.
- Apply for admission — Submit your TU Delft MSc admission application (before the scholarship deadline).
- Prepare scholarship materials — Assemble your academic record, motivation, and any required documents.
- Submit by 1 December — Submit the van Effen scholarship application by the deadline.
- Selection — TU Delft selects recipients on academic excellence and overall strength.
- Award — Selected students receive tuition coverage plus the living contribution for the MSc.
Eligibility
Fee statusA non-EU/EEA student liable for the institutional (higher) tuition fee.
ProgrammeApplying for an eligible TU Delft MSc programme.
ExcellenceAn excellent academic record (top of class) — the award is highly competitive.
AdmissionHaving applied for admission to the MSc before submitting the scholarship application.
DeadlineApply for the scholarship by the deadline (commonly 1 December).
You must apply for admission to a TU Delft MSc first, then submit the scholarship application by 1 December. Only a limited number of awards (often ~30–40) are made each year.
Eligible countries
Non-EU/EEA countries
Deadlines
2027 MSc entry2026-12-01
Selection
TU Delft selects van Effen scholars on academic excellence and the overall strength of the application, from among admitted/applying non-EU/EEA MSc candidates. With only ~30–40 awards a year, selection is highly competitive and reserved for top applicants.
Verified sources
- Justus & Louise van Effen Excellence Scholarship — TU Delfttudelft.nlofficial
About the provider
Delft University of Technology (TU Delft) is the Netherlands' largest and oldest public university of technology, and one of Europe's leading engineering and technology institutions. Its Justus & Louise van Effen Excellence Scholarship attracts exceptional international master's students through full tuition coverage and a living contribution.
Frequently asked questions
Answers below are best-effort estimates from the most recent application cycle. Values marked ~ or (est.) may shift year-to-year — confirm specifics on the official scholarship page.
What is the Justus & Louise van Effen Excellence Scholarship?
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The flagship merit scholarship of Delft University of Technology (TU Delft) for exceptional non-EU/EEA students enrolling in an MSc, effectively covering tuition plus a living contribution.
What does it cover?
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The difference between the EU/EEA and non-EU/EEA tuition fee (your tuition) plus a contribution toward living costs of around €16,000 over the 2-year programme.
Who is eligible?
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Exceptional non-EU/EEA students applying for an eligible TU Delft MSc, with an excellent (top-of-class) academic record.
How many awards are there?
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A limited number — often around 30–40 per year — making it highly competitive across TU Delft's master's programmes.
How do I apply?
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Apply for admission to an eligible TU Delft MSc first, then submit the van Effen scholarship application by the deadline, commonly 1 December.
When is the deadline?
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Commonly 1 December for programmes starting the following September. Confirm the exact date on TU Delft's scholarship page.
Is it full funding?
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Effectively yes for the master's — it covers tuition and provides a living contribution — though you should still budget, as the living contribution may not cover all costs.
How competitive is it?
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Very — with only ~30–40 awards a year for exceptional applicants, it is reserved for the strongest non-EU/EEA MSc candidates.
Which programmes are eligible?
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Eligible TU Delft MSc programmes across engineering, technology, design, computer science, and applied sciences. Confirm eligibility for your specific programme.
Do I need to be admitted first?
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You must have applied for admission to the MSc before submitting the scholarship application; the scholarship is for students entering the programme.
How long does it last?
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For the nominal 2 years of the MSc, subject to satisfactory academic progress.
What is TU Delft known for?
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TU Delft is one of Europe's leading universities of technology, strong in engineering, applied sciences, architecture, and design — the context for this excellence scholarship.