Lutfia Rabbani Scholarship for Master’s Studies in the Netherlands – Funding up to €30,000

The Lutfia Rabbani Foundation, in cooperation with the Leiden University Fund, offers the Leiden University Fund – Lutfia Rabbani Foundation Scholarship to outstanding students from Arab countries who wish to pursue a master’s degree at Leiden University in the Netherlands. This opportunity is considered one of the most valuable funded master’s scholarships available to Arab students, as it provides substantial financial support to help recipients continue their studies at a prestigious Dutch university.

The scholarship aims to support academically distinguished Arab students who demonstrate a strong commitment to promoting dialogue and cooperation between the Arab world and Europe. It is awarded annually to one student from an Arab country who has been admitted to an eligible master’s programme at Leiden University, making it a highly competitive partially funded scholarship in the Netherlands.

The scholarship provides up to €30,000 for one academic year and may be used to contribute toward tuition fees and other study-related expenses. Despite the high value of the award, Leiden University states that the scholarship may not cover all costs associated with studying in the Netherlands. Applicants should therefore secure additional funding for travel, accommodation, and other living expenses.

• Financial support of up to €30,000 for one academic year.
• A contribution toward tuition fees at Leiden University.
• Coverage of the university housing application fee, but not the accommodation rent itself.
• Payment of the remaining scholarship amount to the student in monthly instalments, according to the scholarship arrangements.
• The opportunity to pursue a master’s degree at Leiden University in the Netherlands.
• Access to a personal and professional mentoring programme.
• Access to the Lutfia Rabbani Foundation’s network of alumni and partners.
• The opportunity to participate in activities that promote dialogue and cultural exchange between the Arab world and Europe.
• The possibility of applying for additional funding alongside this scholarship.

Applicants must:

• Be a citizen of an eligible Arab country.
• Hold an official admission offer for a one-year master’s programme at Leiden University, or be enrolled in the second year of a two-year master’s programme.
• Have an outstanding academic record.
• Demonstrate a clear financial need for the scholarship.
• Show strong motivation to contribute to strengthening dialogue between the Arab world and Europe.
• Meet the academic and language admission requirements of the selected master’s programme.
• Be able to cover any expenses not included in the scholarship.
• Submit a complete application with all required documents before the deadline.

Required Documents

The application documents may include:

• A copy of the applicant’s passport.
• An official or conditional admission letter from Leiden University.
• A curriculum vitae.
• Academic certificates.
• Academic transcripts.
• A motivation letter.
• Academic or professional recommendation letters.
• A description of the selected master’s programme.
• Documents or information demonstrating the applicant’s financial situation.
• Any additional documents requested in the application form for the new scholarship cycle.

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