Funding & benefits
The following expenses can be subsidised: research costs; international travel and living costs.
Eligible programmes & fields
Use the verified study fields above for subject-fit screening and confirm the exact eligible degree on the provider’s official programme page before applying.
About this opportunity
Leiden University in the Netherlands offers Minerva Scholarship Fund to Master's and PhD students. Subject areas covered include s with scholarships for exceptional or prestigious study and research projects abroad.. Applicants need since 2009, the Minerva Scholarship Fund Foundation (MSF) has provided Leiden University students of all disciplines with scholarships for exceptional…. The provider does not publish a deadline for this round; confirm the date on its own page.
The opportunity currently maps to study areas including All study areas. Use the programme and eligibility sections below to decide whether the opportunity matches your academic background before opening the official application portal.
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Eligibility requirements
- You are registered as a Bachelor or Master student at Leiden University.
- You do not need to be a member of L.S.V. Minerva.
- The application pertains to an exceptional or prestigious study or research project abroad.
- The project falls into one of the following categories: internship, study or research. PhD tracks and complete Master programmes are not eligible.
- Academic background: Since 2009, the Minerva Scholarship Fund Foundation (MSF) has provided Leiden University students of all disciplines with scholarships for exceptional or prestigious study and research projects abroad.
- The project falls into one of the following categories: internship, study or research. PhD tracks and complete Master programmes are not eligible. Selection criteria: The allocation committee (consisting of Leiden lecturers from various disciples) will evaluate all applications on the basis of predetermined criteria. During the evaluation process, attention is given to the relevance of the research and how it will contribute to the advancement of academic knowledge.
- You will be informed (max.) one month after the application deadline whether you have been awarded a scholarship.
- It is not possible to appeal against scholarship decisions.
PhD tracks and complete Master programmes are not eligible.
Selection criteria
- The allocation committee (consisting of Leiden lecturers from various disciples) will evaluate all applications on the basis of predetermined criteria. During the evaluation process, attention is given to the relevance of the research and how it will contribute to the advancement of academic knowledge.
- You will be informed (max.) one month after the application deadline whether you have been awarded a scholarship.
- It is not possible to appeal against scholarship decisions.
Should you apply?
It suits Master's or PhD / Doctoral applicants working in All study areas.
Check these against your profile
- Academic level: Master's or PhD / Doctoral.
- Study area: All study areas.
- Study destination: Netherlands.
Review carefully if
- PhD tracks and complete Master programmes are not eligible.
This is a factual checklist of verified programme requirements, not a personalised eligibility decision. The awarding institution makes the final eligibility decision.
Application process
- Download an application form from www.minervascholarshipfund.com.
- Complete the form.
- Submit your complete application dossier to the address provided, before the deadline.
Application checklist
- Compare your profile with the verified eligibility criteria on this page.
- Use the official application route linked on this page rather than a third-party submission form.
This checklist organises the verified requirements already shown on this page; it does not replace the provider’s official instructions.
Frequently asked questions
Is this for Master's, PhD or postdoctoral applicants?
It is for Master's or PhD / Doctoral level applicants at Leiden University in Netherlands.
Is there a deadline?
The official page does not state a closing date. Confirm timing directly with Leiden University before preparing an application.
How was this information verified?
Every fact on this page was read from Leiden University's official pages, which ScholarshipFrontier rechecks automatically; the sources and the last check date are listed at the bottom of the page.
Official sources & verification
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Official sources last checked: 17 Sep 2026 · Verified Sep 17, 2026
About Leiden University
Leiden University is based in Netherlands and publishes this opportunity on its own official pages, which ScholarshipFrontier reads directly.