WAGENINGEN UNIVERSITY & RESEARCH
Wageningen University Fellowship Programme (WUFP)
partial · masters
- Substantial (partial)Funding type
- Wageningen (WUR)Host institution
- Developing/middle-incomeEligibility
- MSc (2 years)Study level
- Life/agri/food/environmentFocus areas
- With admissionApplication
At a glance
partial
Funding
€25k
Max amount
Mar 1, 2027
Deadline
Selected developing and middle-income countries (per WUR's list)
Country
Wageningen University & Research
Provider
The Wageningen University Fellowship Programme (WUFP) supports talented students from selected developing and middle-income countries to pursue an MSc at Wageningen University & Research (WUR), a top-ranked university for life sciences, agriculture, food, and environment. It reflects WUR's mission to build capacity in fields that matter for global development. The fellowship is a substantial partial award: it covers much of the cost of study — commonly the difference between the institutional (non-EEA) tuition of roughly €20,000 per year and a reduced rate — for the 2-year MSc. The exact value and number of fellowships are set each year, and the award is aimed at students who combine academic strength with a connection to their home region's development. Applicants apply for the fellowship in connection with their WUR MSc admission, by the deadline (commonly around the start of the year for September entry). Because details vary by year and programme, applicants should check the specific WUFP terms when they apply.
What's covered
- Tuition reduction — Covers much of tuition (often the gap to a reduced rate from the ~€20,000/year non-EEA fee) for the 2-year MSc.
- Partial funding — A substantial contribution; you cover remaining tuition and living costs.
- Duration — For the nominal 2 years of the MSc, subject to satisfactory progress.
How to apply
Apply for admission to an eligible WUR MSc, then apply for the Wageningen University Fellowship in connection, by the deadline.
- Choose an eligible MSc — Select a WUR MSc programme and confirm WUFP eligibility and your country's inclusion.
- Apply for admission — Submit your WUR MSc admission application.
- Prepare fellowship materials — Assemble your academic record, motivation, and any required documents.
- Apply for the fellowship — Submit the WUFP application by the deadline.
- Selection — WUR selects fellows on academic merit and development relevance.
- Award — Selected students receive a substantial tuition reduction for the MSc.
Eligibility
OriginA national of a selected developing/middle-income country (per WUR's list).
ProgrammeApplying for an eligible WUR MSc programme.
MeritA strong academic record.
AdmissionHaving applied for (or holding an offer for) the MSc.
Development relevanceA connection to and potential contribution to the home region's development.
The award is a substantial tuition reduction, not a full ride. Apply in connection with WUR MSc admission, by the deadline (often around the start of the year). Check the eligible-country list and terms each year.
Eligible countries
Selected developing and middle-income countries (per WUR's list)
Deadlines
2027 MSc entry2027-03-01
Selection
WUR selects WUFP fellows on academic merit and the candidate's connection to and potential contribution to development in their home region, from among admitted/applying MSc candidates from eligible countries. Awards are limited, so selection is competitive.
Verified sources
- Wageningen University Fellowship Programme — WURwur.nlofficial
About the provider
Wageningen University & Research (WUR) in the Netherlands is a top-ranked university for life sciences, agriculture, food, and environment. Its University Fellowship Programme supports talented students from selected developing and middle-income countries, reflecting WUR's mission to improve quality of life through education and research.
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 Wageningen University Fellowship Programme (WUFP)?
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A fellowship from Wageningen University & Research (WUR) for talented students from selected developing and middle-income countries to pursue an MSc in life sciences, agriculture, food, and environment, covering much of the cost of study.
What does it cover?
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A substantial part of tuition — commonly the gap to a reduced rate from the ~€20,000/year non-EEA fee — for the 2-year MSc. It is partial, so you cover remaining tuition and living costs.
Who is eligible?
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Nationals of selected developing/middle-income countries with a strong academic record who are applying for an eligible WUR MSc and connected to their home region's development.
Is it full funding?
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No — it is a substantial partial award (a tuition reduction). Budget for remaining tuition and living costs; some students combine it with other funding.
How do I apply?
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Apply for admission to an eligible WUR MSc, then apply for the WUFP fellowship in connection, by the deadline.
When is the deadline?
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Commonly around the start of the year for September entry, though it varies. Check WUR's WUFP page for the exact date.
Which countries are eligible?
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Selected developing and middle-income countries on WUR's list. Confirm your country is included before applying.
What can I study?
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Eligible WUR MSc programmes — agriculture, food technology, environmental sciences, animal and plant sciences, economics, and related life-science fields.
How competitive is it?
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Competitive — a limited number of fellowships go to the strongest applicants from eligible countries who also show development relevance.
How does WUFP differ from the Africa Scholarship Programme?
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Both are WUR MSc scholarships; the Africa Scholarship Programme targets Sub-Saharan Africa, while WUFP covers a broader set of selected developing/middle-income countries.
Do I need to be admitted first?
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You apply for the fellowship in connection with admission; typically you should have applied for (or hold an offer for) the MSc.
How long does it last?
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For the nominal 2 years of the MSc, subject to satisfactory academic progress.