by The Eric Bleumink Fund is a scholarship program offered by the University of Groningen in the Netherlands to support students from developing countries who wish to pursue a master’s degree at the university. The fund aims to provide financial assistance to talented and motivated individuals who may not have the financial means to study abroad. While I don’t have specific information about the 2024/2025 application cycle, I can provide you with an overview of the scholarship, its eligibility criteria, and the typical application process. Please note that the details may change from year to year, so it’s essential to check the official website of the University of Groningen for the most up-to-date information when applying.
Scholarship Overview:
- Name: Eric Bleumink Fund
- Host Institution: University of Groningen, the Netherlands
- Level of Study: Master’s degree programs
- Application Period: Typically opens in the fall for the following academic year
- Application Deadline: December, 2023
Eligibility Criteria:
- Nationality: Applicants must be citizens of a developing country according to the Dutch official list of countries.
- Admission: You should have applied for a master’s degree program at the University of Groningen and received a conditional admission offer. Please note that each master’s program may have its specific admission requirements, so check the program’s website for details.
- Academic Excellence: Candidates should have excellent academic records and demonstrate outstanding performance in their previous studies.
- Financial Need: The scholarship is primarily intended for students who lack the financial means to pursue higher education in the Netherlands. Therefore, you must demonstrate financial need.
Scholarship Benefits:
The Eric Bleumink Fund scholarship typically covers the following:
- Tuition fees
- International travel costs
- Visa and residence permit costs
- Health insurance
Please note that the exact benefits and amounts may vary from year to year.
Application Process:
- Apply for a Master’s Program: Start by applying for a master’s program at the University of Groningen. You will need to go through the regular application process for your chosen program.
- Receive Conditional Admission: If you meet the admission requirements, you will receive a conditional offer of admission.
- Apply for the Eric Bleumink Fund Scholarship: Once you have received your conditional offer of admission, you can apply for the Eric Bleumink Fund scholarship. The application form and instructions are typically available on the official University of Groningen website.
- Submit Required Documents: Prepare and submit all the required documents, which may include academic transcripts, a statement of motivation, and proof of financial need.
- Selection Process: The scholarship selection committee will review applications and select recipients based on academic excellence, financial need, and other criteria.
- Notification: If you are selected for the scholarship, you will be notified by the University of Groningen.
Please keep in mind that application deadlines, eligibility criteria, and the application process may change, so it’s crucial to check the official University of Groningen website for the most current information when applying for the Eric Bleumink Fund scholarship for the 2024/2025 academic year. Additionally, make sure to follow all instructions provided by the university during the application process to increase your chances of success.
How to Apply:
- The University of Groningen Admission Office, in consultation with the Admission Boards of its faculties, will determine which applicants will be nominated for an Eric Bleumink Fund scholarship.
- Only applicants that have received a (conditional) admission offer for a master programme before February can thus be considered. In order to allow for enough time to process the application to a master programme by the Admission Office, such a master application should be completed by the applicant before 1st of December.
