€12,000 Kipaji Scholarship 2026 in the Netherlands | University of Twente Funding for Students from Developing Countries

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Summary

The Kipaji Scholarship at the University of Twente provides up to €12,000 in additional funding for talented students from least developed and low-income countries who have already received the University of Twente Scholarship (UTS). The scholarship supports master’s students by helping cover study-related and living expenses in the Netherlands. It aims to help high-potential students contribute to scientific advancement or entrepreneurship in their home countries after graduation.

Scholarship Name

Kipaji Scholarship

Host University

University of Twente – Netherlands

Level of Study

Master’s Degree Programs

Value / Benefits

Recipients may receive:

• Up to €12,000 scholarship funding

• Financial support for study-related expenses and living costs

Note:

• Funds are not paid directly toward tuition fees

• Students decide how to use the funds for study-related costs

Eligibility Criteria

To qualify, applicants must:

• Be a recipient of the University of Twente Scholarship (UTS)

• Be a citizen of a DAC-listed country (Least Developed or Low-Income Countries)

• Have obtained a Bachelor’s degree in their home country or a neighbouring country

• Achieve strong academic results (average of 8/10 in a pre-master programme, if applicable)

• Demonstrate strong academic potential and motivation

Additional Requirements

Applicants must submit a motivation letter explaining:

• How their studies at University of Twente will help:

  • Improve the scientific capacity of their home country, or

  • Support entrepreneurial or innovation development after graduation.

Ineligible Programs

The scholarship does not apply to:

• Current students already studying at University of Twente

• Master’s programs offered by the Faculty of Geo-Information Science and Earth Observation (ITC)

Number of Awards

Not publicly specified (awarded to selected UTS recipients).

Application Deadline

1 May 2026

How to Apply

1. Apply for and obtain the University of Twente Scholarship (UTS).

2. Indicate in your UTS motivation letter that you want to be considered for the Kipaji Scholarship.

3. If nominated by the faculty, submit a separate motivation letter explaining how your studies will benefit your home country.

Additional Notes

• Alumni and supporters of the University of Twente created the scholarship.

• Alumni and staff contribute to the fund through annual fundraising campaigns.

• The program aims to help students who have the potential but lack financial resources to study abroad.

For more information and application: 

Visit the official website of the Kipaji Scholarship