{"id":66332,"date":"2024-09-25T09:03:59","date_gmt":"2024-09-25T09:03:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/blog\/?p=66332"},"modified":"2026-01-30T10:07:37","modified_gmt":"2026-01-30T10:07:37","slug":"justus-and-louise-van-effen-excellence-scholarships","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/blog\/justus-and-louise-van-effen-excellence-scholarships\/","title":{"rendered":"Justus &amp; Louise van Effen Excellence Scholarships | TU Delft | Study in Netherlands | Scholarships for 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"<span class=\"rt-reading-time\" style=\"display: block;\"><span class=\"rt-label rt-prefix\"><\/span> <span class=\"rt-time\">3<\/span> <span class=\"rt-label rt-postfix\">min read<\/span><\/span>\n<p>The Netherlands has long been a hub for world-class education, particularly in the fields of engineering, technology, and science. One of the most prestigious scholarships for international students seeking to pursue a Master\u2019s at TU Delft is the Justus &amp; Louise van Effen Excellence Scholarship. Funded by the legacy of Justus van Effen, this scholarship aims to support talented international students, helping them achieve their academic and professional dreams at one of the world\u2019s leading technical universities.<\/p><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_68_1 ez-toc-wrap-left counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Content<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #192a3d;color:#192a3d\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #192a3d;color:#192a3d\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/blog\/justus-and-louise-van-effen-excellence-scholarships\/#Introduction\" title=\"Introduction\">Introduction<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/blog\/justus-and-louise-van-effen-excellence-scholarships\/#Eligibility_Criteria\" title=\"Eligibility Criteria\">Eligibility Criteria<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/blog\/justus-and-louise-van-effen-excellence-scholarships\/#Benefits\" title=\"Benefits\">Benefits<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/blog\/justus-and-louise-van-effen-excellence-scholarships\/#How_to_apply\" title=\"How to apply?\">How to apply?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/blog\/justus-and-louise-van-effen-excellence-scholarships\/#Conclusion\" title=\"Conclusion\">Conclusion<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/blog\/justus-and-louise-van-effen-excellence-scholarships\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions\" title=\"Frequently Asked Questions\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Introduction\"><\/span><strong>Introduction <\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Mr. Justus van Effen studied at TU Delft during the 1940s and believed that technological innovations could play a significant role in solving the world&#8217;s most pressing challenges. In his honour, the Justus &amp; Louise van Effen Foundation was created to financially support excellent international students who wish to pursue an MSc at TU Delft. This foundation represents his vision by helping to shape the future of global problem-solving through education.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-heading stk-block-heading stk-block-heading--v2 stk-block stk-912a846\" id=\"strong-eligibility-criteria-strong\" data-block-id=\"912a846\"><h2 class=\"stk-block-heading__text\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Eligibility_Criteria\"><\/span><strong>Eligibility Criteria <\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Be excellent international students admitted (or conditionally admitted) to one of TU Delft\u2019s 2-year MSc programmes. (Note: The scholarship does not cover Joint Education Programmes.)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Have demonstrated outstanding academic results in their previous study program, placing them within the top 10% of their graduating class. While proof of ranking is not mandatory, it serves as an indicator of competitiveness.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Submit a complete MSc application by the scholarship deadline.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-heading stk-block-heading stk-block-heading--v2 stk-block stk-76c6598\" id=\"strong-benefits-strong\" data-block-id=\"76c6598\"><h2 class=\"stk-block-heading__text\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Benefits\"><\/span><strong>Benefits<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>This scholarship provides a comprehensive financial package for international students, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Full tuition fees for the two-year MSc programme (based on the statutory or institutional fee, depending on your nationality).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A contribution to living expenses throughout the duration of the programme.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-heading stk-block-heading stk-block-heading--v2 stk-block stk-7a592cf\" id=\"strong-how-to-apply-strong\" data-block-id=\"7a592cf\"><h2 class=\"stk-block-heading__text\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_apply\"><\/span><strong>How to apply?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Complete your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tudelft.nl\/en\/education\/admission-and-application\/msc-international-diploma\/application-procedure\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>MSc application<\/strong><\/a> (check the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tudelft.nl\/en\/education\/admission-and-application\/msc-international-diploma\/admission-requirements\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>admission requirements<\/strong><\/a>)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Upload the Scholarship Application Form<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Upload two <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tudelft.nl\/en\/education\/admission-and-application\/msc-international-diploma\/required-documents\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>reference letters<\/strong><\/a>\n<ul>\n<li>You can upload your reference letters during your MSc application (as one PDF document), according to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tudelft.nl\/en\/education\/admission-and-application\/msc-international-diploma\/required-documents\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>indicated requirement<\/strong><\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>And\/or<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>You can request the reference letters from your referee(s). Fill out the information about your referee\/s and invite them by using the \u2018send invitation button\u2019. The referee(s) will receive an automatic email inviting him\/her to upload a reference for you.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Upload the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tudelft.nl\/en\/education\/admission-and-application\/msc-international-diploma\/required-documents\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>English language certificate<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Please note that Non-EU\/EFTA students must include their English test with their application (if required).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>All these documents need to be submitted at once. The deadline for the 2026 intake is <strong>1st December 2025.<\/strong> Late or incomplete applications will not be considered.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tudelft.nl\/en\/education\/study-programme-orientation\/practical-matters\/scholarships\/justus-louise-van-effen-excellence-scholarships\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>Official link<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-heading stk-block-heading stk-block-heading--v2 stk-block stk-df4c171\" id=\"strong-conclusion-strong\" data-block-id=\"df4c171\"><h2 class=\"stk-block-heading__text\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span><strong>Conclusion<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>The Justus &amp; Louise van Effen Excellence Scholarship is a unique opportunity for talented international students to pursue their academic dreams in the Netherlands. Don\u2019t miss this chance to become a part of the prestigious TU Delft family. As a recipient of the Justus &amp; Louise van Effen Excellence Scholarship, you\u2019ll join a diverse community of scholars, researchers, and innovators who are making a real impact on the world. Apply now and take the first step towards a brighter, more innovative future.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-stackable-heading stk-block-heading stk-block-heading--v2 stk-block stk-43b4f4f\" id=\"frequently-asked-questions\" data-block-id=\"43b4f4f\"><h2 class=\"stk-block-heading__text\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><\/div>\n\n\n<div id=\"rank-math-faq\" class=\"rank-math-block\">\n<ul class=\"rank-math-list \">\n<li id=\"faq-question-1727254891532\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h5 class=\"rank-math-question \">Q. Who is eligible for the Justus &amp; Louise van Effen Excellence Scholarship?<\/h5>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>A. International students who have demonstrated academic excellence and have been admitted (or conditionally admitted) to one of the two-year MSc programmes at TU Delft are eligible. Students must be in the top 10% of their previous academic programme.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"faq-question-1727254912389\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h5 class=\"rank-math-question \">Q. What does the scholarship cover?<\/h5>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>A. The scholarship covers full tuition fees for the two-year MSc programme and a contribution to living expenses.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"faq-question-1727254931364\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h5 class=\"rank-math-question \">Q. How can I apply for the scholarship?<\/h5>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>A. To apply for the scholarship, submit a complete MSc application along with the scholarship application form, two reference letters, and an English language certificate.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"faq-question-1727254944941\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h5 class=\"rank-math-question \">Q. Can I submit additional documents after my application?<\/h5>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>A. No, all documents required for the scholarship must be submitted together with your MSc application. Once submitted, no additional documents can be uploaded.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"faq-question-1727254956688\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h5 class=\"rank-math-question \">Q. Can I apply if I\u2019m still waiting for my English language test results?<\/h5>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>A. Non-EU\/EFTA students must submit their English test scores with the MSc application. If required, ensure you have the results ready.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p><span class=\"rt-reading-time\" style=\"display: block;\"><span class=\"rt-label rt-prefix\"><\/span> <span class=\"rt-time\">3<\/span> <span class=\"rt-label rt-postfix\">min read<\/span><\/span> The Netherlands has long been a hub for world-class education, particularly in the fields of engineering, technology, and science. One of the most prestigious scholarships for international students seeking to pursue a Master\u2019s at TU Delft is the Justus &amp; Louise van Effen Excellence Scholarship. 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