Fully Funded TU Delft Justus and Louise van Effen Excellence Scholarships 2026 for International MSc Students

Overview

The Justus and Louise van Effen Excellence Scholarships are prestigious awards offered by TU Delft to outstanding international students applying for a two-year regular MSc programme. The scholarship is funded by the legacy of Justus and Louise van Effen, whose vision was to promote technological innovation as a solution to global challenges.

Eligibility

• Applicants must be international students conditionally admitted to one of TU Delft’s regular 2-year MSc programmes (not joint education programmes).

• Candidates must have achieved excellent academic results in previous studies, ranking among the top 10 percent of their graduating class.

• Applicants must submit a complete MSc application and all required scholarship documents before the deadline.

Benefits

• Full tuition fee coverage per year (based on statutory or institutional rate according to nationality).

• Living expense contribution throughout the study duration.

Program Components

• Scholarships are awarded to two exceptional students per faculty.

• Recipients join TU Delft’s diverse academic community and benefit from academic, research, and professional development opportunities.

Application Requirements

1. Completed MSc application (meeting all admission requirements).

2. Scholarship Application Form uploaded with MSc application.

3. Two reference letters (submitted either directly or by referees through the online system before the deadline).

4. English language proficiency certificate (must be uploaded before the scholarship deadline).

Important: All documents must be submitted at once with the MSc application. Late reference letters or English test results will not be accepted.

Selection Criteria

• Selection is highly competitive and based on academic excellence, quality of application, and potential contribution to the field.

• Only students who meet all admission and scholarship requirements will be considered.

• Successful applicants will be notified by end of March 2026.

Application Process

1. Complete and submit your MSc application through TU Delft’s portal.

2. Upload all required scholarship materials in one submission.

3. Ensure all supporting documents (references, test results, and forms) are uploaded before 1 December 2025 (23:59 CET).

Important Dates

• Application Deadline: 1 December 2025 (23:59 CET)

• Notification of Results: End of March 2026

For more information and application: 

Visit the official website of the Fully Funded TU Delft Justus and Louise van Effen Excellence Scholarships 2026 for International MSc Students