Erasmus University Rotterdam
Erasmus Trustfonds Scholarship 2027/2028 — Up to €17,500 for Master's Students in the Netherlands
Erasmus University Rotterdam offers the Erasmus Trustfonds Scholarship to academically strong students who wish to begin a Master's programme but cannot finance their studies independently. The scholarship provides up to €17,500 towards housing, living costs and the statutory tuition fee for one academic year. Eligibility, nationality requirements and application procedures vary between participating schools.
This page is an informational summary. Requirements and dates can change. Confirm every detail on the official provider website before taking action.
About the programme
The Erasmus Trustfonds Scholarship supports education and research at Erasmus University Rotterdam. It is intended for high-achieving students who want to pursue postgraduate study but face financial barriers.
The scholarship is administered through participating university schools. These include Erasmus School of Law, Erasmus School of Social and Behavioural Sciences, Erasmus School of History, Culture and Communication, Erasmus School of Health Policy and Management, Rotterdam School of Management, Erasmus School of Economics, Erasmus School of Philosophy and Erasmus MC.
Because the scholarship is managed through different faculties, applicants must check their chosen school's eligibility requirements, nationality rules and application process.
Who can apply
The university's central eligibility criteria state that applicants must:
- Intend to begin a Master's programme at Erasmus University Rotterdam.
- Demonstrate strong academic performance.
- Show that they are unable to finance their studies independently.
- Meet the additional eligibility requirements of the participating school.
- Satisfy the admission requirements of the chosen Master's programme.
Nationality restrictions vary by faculty. Applicants should not assume that every school accepts the same nationalities or applies identical academic criteria.
The scholarship is competitive, and meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee an award.
What you get
Successful applicants may receive up to €17,500 towards:
- Housing.
- Living expenses.
- The statutory tuition fee.
Some faculties provide additional tuition-fee waivers or other arrangements for eligible students. The exact structure depends on the programme and the student's tuition-fee category.
Applicants should carefully check the relevant school page to understand whether the award covers the statutory fee only, whether an additional fee waiver is available, and what tuition balance or other costs they may still have to pay.
The scholarship should not automatically be treated as a fully funded award covering every expense for an international student.
How to apply
- Visit the official scholarship overview: https://www.eur.nl/en/scholarship/erasmus-trustfonds-scholarship
- Choose the university school and eligible Master's programme that match your academic background.
- Review the specific faculty's eligibility criteria, including nationality restrictions, academic requirements and funding conditions.
- Prepare the required documents. Depending on the school, these may include a CV, academic transcripts or grade list, a motivation letter and a budget plan.
- Follow the application instructions published by the relevant school. Some schools require applicants to submit scholarship documents through the university's admissions portal.
- Confirm the application deadline for the 2027/2028 intake before submitting your documents.
Important: The central university page currently says the previous application period has closed and that information for 2027/2028 will be available in autumn. The new application deadline has not been confirmed on that page.
Documents required
Requirements vary by faculty. Applicants should be prepared to provide some or all of the following, where requested:
- Curriculum vitae.
- Academic transcripts or grade list.
- Degree certificate or evidence of academic qualification.
- Motivation letter explaining academic strengths and the need for funding.
- Budget plan showing expected expenses and available resources.
- Additional documents required by the chosen school or Master's programme.
Do not assume that a document list published for one faculty applies to all participating schools.
Important dates
- 2026/2027 cycle: Application period closed.
- 2027/2028 cycle: Updated scholarship information expected from the university; the new deadline has not yet been confirmed on the central page.
- Application deadline: Check the relevant faculty's official website.
Official links
Main scholarship page: https://www.eur.nl/en/scholarship/erasmus-trustfonds-scholarship
Erasmus University Rotterdam: https://www.eur.nl/en
Scholarship enquiries: scholarships@eur.nl
Official source
Use the official provider's website for current eligibility rules, application instructions, fees and deadlines.
Visit official websiteSource verification date: October 27, 2026. This is not a guarantee that the opportunity remains open.