The TU/e Scholarship for Excellence: Shaping the Future of Microchip Innovation gives โฌ7,500 per academic year for two years to top international students starting a Master's programme at Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e) in September 2027. About 35 scholarships are available, and you apply through the normal TU/e Master's application by 1 January 2027, 23:59 CET. At Youth Works Hub, we read the university's official page and set out every condition below.
What the Scholarship Pays
๐ถ Amount: โฌ7,500 per academic year, for two years, if you are enrolled and meet the study progress requirements
๐ Number of awards: approximately 35 scholarships, 20 for EEA students and 15 for non-EEA students
๐ฆ Payment: monthly instalments to a Dutch (or SEPA) bank account
โ ๏ธ Not a full scholarship: the scholarships do not cover the total cost of your studies, and you should be prepared to contribute significantly to your tuition and living expenses
๐ Visa proof: non-EEA students must still show proof of sufficient financial means for visa and residence permit purposes
๐ Beyond money: the scholarship recognises academic merit and potential and enhances your CV and professional profile
Where the Funding Comes From
The scholarships are funded by the national Beethoven Program, a strategic investment from the Dutch government to accelerate innovation in the microchip sector. TU/e is looking for highly talented international students who want to shape the future of microchip technology.
Which Master's Programmes Qualify
The scholarship is for top students applying to a Master's programme, or a specific track within it, in one of four departments: Applied Physics, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Mathematics and Computer Science. The eligible programmes and tracks are:
โ๏ธ MSc Applied Physics
๐ค MSc Artificial Intelligence and Engineering Systems
๐ MSc Automotive Technology
๐ป MSc Computer Science and Engineering, including the Cybersecurity and Systems and Artificial Intelligence tracks
๐ MSc Data Science and Artificial Intelligence
๐ MSc Electrical Engineering
๐งฉ MSc Embedded Systems
๐งฎ MSc Industrial and Applied Mathematics, including the Quantum Science and Technology and AI Fundamentals tracks
โ๏ธ MSc Mechanical Engineering, including the Aerospace Systems Engineering track
โข๏ธ MSc Science and Technology of Nuclear Fusion
๐ MSc Sustainable Energy Technology
๐๏ธ MSc Systems and Control
Who Can Apply
You can apply if you:
๐ Have applied for a full-time Master's programme at TU/e from the list above for the 2027-2028 academic year, starting on 1 September 2027
โ Meet the specific admission requirements of the Master's programme to which you applied
๐ Completed a non-Dutch high school diploma or university bachelor's degree (or both)
๐ณ๐ฑ Have not completed higher education (university or university of applied sciences) in the Netherlands, although exchange programmes are allowed
๐ Have excellent academic results, shown by your latest grade transcript (GPA of 7.5/10 or higher)
๐ Will meet all requirements for obtaining a Dutch entry visa and residence permit
๐ซ Are not applying for a joint Master's with Tilburg University (JADS) or a European Double Degree programme
๐ Have not been admitted based on an admission decision from a previous intake
โ ๏ธ This is a very competitive scholarship: only about 2% of applicants receive it.
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How to Apply
You are considered for the scholarship if you:
๐ฏ Apply for a Master's programme (or one of its tracks) in one of the eligible departments
๐ Submit your complete application by 1 January 2027, 23:59 CET
โ๏ธ Confirm in your application that you would like to be considered for the scholarship and include a brief motivation explaining why you believe you are a strong candidate
โ Meet all scholarship eligibility requirements listed above
Our guide on how to write a scholarship motivation letter can help you shape that motivation.
Selection Procedure
After the 1 January deadline, the selection procedure starts:
๐ The TU/e International Office checks all applications for eligibility
๐ Eligible applications go to the Scholarship Selection Committee, made up of the Rector Magnificus, the Dean of Education, the Director Finance and Control, and the Director Education and Student Affairs
๐ The committee assesses and ranks all eligible applications
๐ฌ The TU/e International Office confirms the selections by the end of March 2027 and informs the selected candidates
๐๏ธ If you are selected, you are asked to sign a scholarship agreement
โ ๏ธ The selection outcome cannot be appealed, scholarships cannot be deferred, they are non-transferable to Master's programmes outside Applied Physics, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or Mathematics and Computer Science, and the award amount is final and non-negotiable.
Study Progress Requirements
๐ First-year performance: at least 45 ECTS to receive the second-year scholarship
๐๏ธ Expected graduation: within 36 months
NL Scholarship for Non-EEA Students
TU/e participates in the national NL Scholarship programme (formerly the Holland Scholarship) for talented non-EEA students. For non-EEA students, part of your TU/e Scholarship for Excellence is funded by the Dutch Ministry of Education, Culture and Science, for the first year of study only. You cannot apply separately for the NL Scholarship. Read more about it in our guide on government scholarships in Europe, including Chevening, Eiffel and the NL Scholarship.
Changemaker Scholarship
In addition, four Changemaker Scholarships are available through the TSH Talent Foundation (The Social Hub). They are intended for talented and motivated students who have shown a commitment to creating positive change in their community and who may face barriers in accessing higher education. The programme complements an academic scholarship with:
๐ Housing for 10 months
๐งโ๐ซ Mentoring
๐ Personal and professional development opportunities
๐ Access to an international changemaker community
To be considered, you apply for a Master's programme in one of the eligible departments, submit your complete application by 1 January 2027, 23:59 CET, and confirm in your application that you would like to be considered, with a brief motivation that explains your commitment to creating positive impact and any relevant experiences or achievements. You must also meet all scholarship eligibility requirements above. The TSH Talent Foundation confirms selections by the end of March 2027 and handles all further communication, including administrative, financial or contractual matters, directly with the selected student. TU/e has no further involvement in the administration or awarding of this scholarship.
Other Scholarship Options Listed by TU/e
TU/e lists further scholarships offered through partner organisations and external funding bodies, many designed for specific nationalities, study programmes or eligibility criteria:
๐ญ ASML Technology Scholarship: available to Master's students worldwide
๐ฒ๐ฝ CONACYT: available to Mexican Master's students
๐จ๐ด COLFUTURO: available to Colombian Master's students
๐ฉโ๐ฌ IAEA Marie Skลodowska-Curie Fellowship Programme: available to female Master's students worldwide in nuclear-related fields
โก EIT InnoEnergy: available for EU students in the SENSE track (within MSc Electrical Engineering) and the SELECT track (within MSc Sustainable Energy Technology)
TU/e advises that when you apply for any scholarship, you give the provider the full and correct TU/e tuition fee, and that if your scholarship does not cover the entire tuition fee, you are personally responsible for paying the remaining amount before you can be enrolled. As an international student you may also be eligible for Dutch government student finance, which can include a grant, a loan and a student travel product, depending on your nationality, residence status and length of stay. TU/e does not offer scholarships for Bachelor's students.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is the TU/e Scholarship for Excellence?
โฌ7,500 per academic year for two years, if you are enrolled and meet the study progress requirements. It is not a full scholarship and does not cover the total cost of your studies.
How many scholarships are available?
Approximately 35: 20 for EEA students and 15 for non-EEA students. Only about 2% of applicants receive one.
What is the deadline?
Your complete Master's application must be submitted by 1 January 2027, 23:59 CET, for the 2027-2028 academic year starting on 1 September 2027.
Which Master's programmes are eligible?
Programmes, or specific tracks, in Applied Physics, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering and Mathematics and Computer Science, such as Embedded Systems, Systems and Control, Data Science and Artificial Intelligence and Sustainable Energy Technology.
What grades do I need?
Excellent academic results shown by your latest transcript, with a GPA of at least 7.5 out of 10.
Do I need a separate scholarship application?
No. You confirm in your TU/e Master's application that you would like to be considered and add a brief motivation.
Can I apply if I studied in the Netherlands before?
No. You must not have completed higher education (university or university of applied sciences) in the Netherlands, although exchange programmes are allowed.
When will I hear the result?
The TU/e International Office confirms selections by the end of March 2027. The selection outcome cannot be appealed.
Where can I ask questions?
Email io@tue.nl and include "TU/e Scholarship" in the subject line. Find more opportunities like this in our Scholarships category on Youth Works Hub.
Deadline
โณ 01 January 2027
Links
๐ Official scholarship page: https://www.tue.nl/en/education/become-a-tue-student/scholarships-and-grants/tue-scholarship-for-excellence-shaping-the-future-of-microchip-innovation
๐ง Questions: io@tue.nl
