The UM Social Justice Scholarship 2027 at Maastricht University is a fully funded opportunity for talented students from outside the EU/EEA who want to pursue the Master’s in Globalisation and Law in the Netherlands.
The scholarship supports students with a proven commitment to human rights and/or the rule of law. Only one scholarship is awarded each academic year.
Scholarship Benefits
The scholarship covers:
– Full tuition fees
– €20,150 living expenses for 13 months
– Health and liability insurance
– Visa application costs
– Pre-academic training costs
– Accommodation through a mandatory allocated room
– Participation in the International Student Ambassador Programme
The listed amounts for 2027/28 are subject to change. International travel costs are not included.
Eligibility Requirements
Applicants must:
– Be a citizen of a country outside the EU/EEA, Switzerland and Suriname.
– Apply for the full-time Globalisation and Law Master’s programme.
– Complete the master’s admission application by 10 December 2026.
– Be no older than 35 years on 1 September 2027.
– Have a GPA equivalent to at least 7.5/10 or 75%.
– Demonstrate previous involvement in human rights, rule-of-law or related initiatives.
– Meet all admission requirements for the master’s programme.
Preference is given to candidates who do not already hold a master’s degree.
Required Documents
Applicants should prepare:
– Updated CV of no more than two A4 pages
– Motivation letter
– Academic transcript and grading-system explanation
– Personal statement explaining financial need
– Reference letter from a professor, lecturer or employer
– Referee’s institutional contact details
Application Process
1. Apply for the Globalisation and Law Master’s programme.
2. Complete the admission requirements by December 10, 2026.
3. Obtain your Maastricht University student number.
4. Complete the UM Social Justice Scholarship application.
5. Upload all required documents before the scholarship deadline.
6. Attend an online interview if shortlisted.
Only one UM scholarship application can be submitted.
2027 Deadline
The scholarship application opens on October 1, 2026 and closes on February 1, 2027 at 23:59 CET.
However, applicants must complete their Globalisation and Law admission application by December 10, 2026 to remain eligible.
Selection Process
Complete applications are reviewed after the February deadline. The Faculty of Law selects candidates for the final stage, followed by online interviews. Final scholarship decisions are expected by April/May 2027.
Conclusion
(Apply Now) The UM Social Justice Scholarship 2027 provides comprehensive financial support for international students pursuing a Master’s in Globalisation and Law. Applicants with strong academic records and demonstrated commitment to human rights or the rule of law should prepare their admission and scholarship documents early.