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the Netherlands Highly competitive annual award — note the scholarship deadline is usually earlier than the admission deadline

TU Delft Justus & Louise van Effen Excellence Scholarship

Delft University of Technology (TU Delft) is the Netherlands' leading technical university and one of the world's top engineering schools, teaching English-medium MSc programmes across engineering, computer science, architecture, applied sciences, and design. Its Justus & Louise van Effen Excellence Scholarship is a flagship, highly competitive award covering full tuition plus a monthly living allowance for outstanding international (non-EU) Master's students. For Sri Lankan engineering and science graduates with an exceptional academic record, this is one of the most valuable routes into a world-class Dutch technical Master's, fully funded. Competition is intense and only a small number are awarded each year, so it suits genuinely top-of-class applicants. Confirm the current award terms, eligibility, and deadlines with TU Delft before applying — the scholarship deadline is usually earlier than the standard admission deadline.

Delft University of Technology

University-funded

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Value

Full Tuition + Living Allowance

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Level

MSc (Engineering & Sciences)

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Selectivity

Very Highly Competitive

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Outstanding Academic Record

Reserved for top-performing applicants. You typically need to rank near the top of your class with an excellent relevant Bachelor's.

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Non-EU International Applicant

Aimed at non-EU/EEA students, which includes Sri Lankan citizens. Check the precise nationality and prior-study conditions for the current cycle.

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Admission to a TU Delft MSc

You must be admitted (or in the process of admission) to an eligible TU Delft Master's. Apply for the scholarship within the same application window.

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English Proficiency

Programmes are in English; TU Delft requires strong IELTS/TOEFL scores (often IELTS 6.5–7.0). Sri Lankan English-medium graduates can usually meet this.

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Apply to a TU Delft MSc early

Submit your Master's application with transcripts, certificates, CV, motivation letter, references, and English evidence well before the scholarship deadline.

Submit the scholarship application

Complete the separate Justus & Louise van Effen application by its (earlier) deadline, including the required excellence documentation.

Selection

Awards are decided competitively on academic excellence. Only a small number are granted each year.

Apply for the Dutch student visa

With your admission and scholarship confirmation, TU Delft typically assists with the Dutch entry visa and residence permit process.

Why TU Delft?

TU Delft is the Netherlands' top technical university and a global engineering leader, and this scholarship is among its most generous — full tuition plus living costs. For an exceptional Sri Lankan engineering or science graduate, it is a fully funded route to a world-class Master's.