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Leiden University Excellence Scholarship (LExS) 2026

Awarded by Leiden University

Scholarship Details

Eligible Degrees

Masters

Funding Type

Only tuition fees · up to € 19,000 of the tuition fee

Eligible Courses

All courses offered by the university except Law

Eligible Nationalities

Open to non-EU/EEA nationals

Can Be Taken At

Leiden University

Provider

Leiden University

Last Verified On

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Overview

Leiden University Excellence Scholarship (LExS)

Eligibility criteria -

  • Study Program Requirements: Open to students applying for a full-time Master's program (excluding Humanities, LLM non-advanced, and MSc programs at Leiden Law School).
  • Nationality: Non-EEA/EFTA students (except for some specific programs such as LLM Advanced Studies, MSc in International Relations and Diplomacy).
  • UK students are also eligible.
  • Academic Requirements: Applicants must have excellent academic results, typically ranking in the top 10% of their previous study program.

Benefits/Value -

  • The LExS covers partial tuition fees. Award levels are:€10,000, €15,000, €17,500, €18,500, or €19,000
  • Note: The scholarship does not cover full tuition fees, and recipients are still required to show proof of sufficient funds for a student visa.

Application Process - 

  • Admission Application: Apply online for a Master's program at Leiden University and pay any applicable application fees.
  • Scholarship Application: After submitting the admission application, go back to the "Apply" screen and click on "Scholarships" to apply for LExS.
  • Motivation Letter: Upload a motivation letter (max. 500 words) explaining why you are applying.
  • Deadline: Submit your application by the scholarship deadline.
  • Late applications will not be accepted.
  • Selection: Faculties will nominate scholarship recipients, and applicants will be notified by the end of April.
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How to Apply

1

Check Eligibility

Confirm that you meet the scholarship requirements

2

Prepare Documents

Gather all required documents for your application

3

Submit Application

Apply through the official scholarship application process

4

Application Review

The scholarship provider evaluates eligible applications

5

Scholarship Decision

Selected applicants are informed about the final results

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Documents Needed

  • Academic Transcripts (Usually required)

  • Income Certificate (For need-based scholarships)

  • Identity Proof (Usually required)

  • Admission / Offer Letter (For select scholarships)

  • Statement of Purpose (If applicable)

  • Language Test Scores (If applicable)

  • Recommendation Letters (If applicable)

  • Other Supporting Documents (As specified by the scholarship provider)

Note: The exact document requirements vary by scholarship. Always refer to the official application guidelines

FAQs

  • Yes, you can secure an education loan to study abroad at Leiden University. Education loans are of two types — Collateral and non-collateral. Collateral includes either: Immovable property – a house or a flat or land (or) liquid security – an FD, or LIC or shares or bonds. Agricultural lands are not accepted by any bank for education loan.

    Public banks like SBI, BOB offer these types of education loans. There are many NBFCs who offer Non-collateral education loans. Apply for the best education loan to study abroad.
  • The deadline of Leiden University Excellence Scholarship (LExS) 2026 is 01 Dec, 2026.
  • Leiden University Excellence Scholarship (LExS) 2026 is offered to Masters degree.
  • Leiden University Excellence Scholarship (LExS) 2026 is offered for All courses offered by the university except Law.
  • Leiden University Excellence Scholarship (LExS) 2026 is open for: Open to non-EU/EEA nationals.
  • Leiden University Excellence Scholarship (LExS) 2026 is offered by Leiden University.
  • Leiden University Excellence Scholarship (LExS) 2026 covers Only tuition fees, up to € 19,000 of the tuition fee.