Civil Society Leadership Awards 2023

The Civil Society Leadership Awards (CSLA) provides fully funded scholarships for master’s degree study to individuals who clearly demonstrate academic and professional excellence and a deep commitment to leading positive social change in their communities.

Eligibility criteria for the Civil Society Leadership Awards:

• Open to eligible countries only.
• Applicants must demonstrate maturity, flexibility and civil society leadership potential.
• Applicants must have earned a bachelor's degree as of May, 2022 with an excellent academic record.
• Applicants must demonstrate professional experience related to your chosen field of study.
• Applicants must demonstrate proficiency in the language of instruction(English) at a level required for admission by Maastricht University. Be able to participate in an intensive pre-academic summer school in July or August 2021 and start their degree program in September 2022.
• Applicants must be able to receive and maintain a visa or study permit as required by The Netherlands.
• Applicants must demonstrate a clear commitment to their home country or region in supporting open society development.

Value of the Civil Society Leadership Awards:

CSLA is a fully funded scholarship for a master’s level study. Successful applicants will receive the following support:

• Pre-academic preparation via summer schools
• Tuition and mandatory university fees
• Monthly stipend for room, board, and other living expenses
• Programme-related travel
• Accident and sickness insurance during the programme
• Funds for educational materials and professional development
• Attendance at a regional Scholarship Programs conference
• Accommodations during the application process and the duration of the grant for applicants with disabilities