Scholarships from Leiden University

Scholarship Offer

Leiden University (in cooperation with Nuffic Neso China) offers 3 scholarships of € 10,000 each, which will count towards the payment of the international tuition fee. In case the tuition fee is higher than the scholarship, students are responsible for the payment of the remaining tuition fee.

It is possible to submit applications for more scholarship programmes simultaneously. However, it is not possible to obtain more than 1 scholarship from Leiden University for the same study programme.
Which programmes?

The scholarships are valid for Master’s programmes at Leiden University (taught in English) starting in September 2012.
Application procedure at Leiden University
Step Procedure

Deadline
1 Fill in your online application for admission to Leiden University

1 April 2012
2 Upload all necessary documents
3 Indicate clearly that you would like to apply for the Leiden-OTS scholarship on the scholarship page
4 Submit your online application
5 Pay the application fee

Application procedure at Nuffic Neso-China
Step Procedure Deadline
1 Follow the scholarship application procedures as set by Nuffic Neso-China 1 April 2012
2 Upload the scanning copies in PDF format of the documents to online OTS application system 1 April2012
3 All Leiden-OTS applicants will be informed about the scholarship result by Nuffic Neso-China May / June 2012

Incomplete applications or applications received after the deadline of 1 April 2012 will not be considered.
Application Checklist at Nuffic Neso-China

Completely filled in OTS application form.
Certified copies of diplomas, with certified English translation.
Certified copies of transcript/grade list. These transcripts have to be embossed with the issuing school’s seal and signature, with certified English translation.
Two recommendation letters: one from an official of the faculty from which you obtained your degree, one from another person in authority, e.g. your Bachelor thesis supervisor.
Proof of English proficiency (required if your native or predominant language is not English): Minimum IELTS score 6.5, TOEFL iBT 90. (N.B.: some programmes require a higher score. Please check the website for Master’s programmes for details)
A personal resume in English.
Motivation letter – why you choose Leiden University, why you should get the scholarship.
Photocopy of your passport (page with your personal information)
Admission letter from Leiden University (if applicable).


Contact

Contact Nuffic Neso China
Orange Tulip Scholarship Programme Team
Nuffic Neso China

Add: Room 1006 Tonggang Building
N0.2 Huayuan North Street
Xicheng District Beijing 100032, China
Tel: +86 10 66117936/38 ext 209
Fax: +86 10 66125706
Email: ots@Nesochina.org

Contact Leiden University
Leiden University
OTS China Scholarship Leiden University
Student and Educational Affairs
International Relations & Scholarships
Email: scholarships@sea.leidenuniv.nl
More information

OTS-Leiden University Scholarship:

Chinese page
OTS online application

Disclaimer

The student is responsible for submitting a complete application, according to the steps described under 1-5 by 1 April 2012. Leiden University cannot be held responsible for late and/or incomplete applications.
Please note

Students should be aware that this is not a full scholarship. It is necessary to find additional funding to be able to finance their study and stay completely. One of the requirements for being granted a residence permit in the Netherlands is that students must submit proof that they have sufficient financial means to finance their study period in the Netherlands. Leiden University advises a budget, not including the tuition fee, of approx. €10,000 to €15,000 per year to cover the costs for rent, insurance, living expenses, course books and local transportation. How much money students actually spend will of course depend on their life style and spending habits.

source: http://prospectivestudents.leiden.edu