Wageningen University Scholarships 2027: Fully Funded MSc in the Netherlands for African Students
- Study in
- Netherlands
- Levels
- Master's
- Funding
- Fully funded (ASP and ABF)
- Covers
- Tuition, living allowance, travel, visa and insurance for 24 months (ASP and ABF)
- Who can apply
- African citizens (ASP) and students from listed developing countries (ABF) with an unconditional MSc offer
- Run by
- Wageningen University & Research
On this page
Wageningen University & Research (WUR) in the Netherlands is one of the world’s top universities for agriculture, food, environment and life sciences. For master’s students starting in September 2027, it offers two fully funded scholarships that suit students from Africa and other developing countries, plus two partial awards for other nationalities.
Status: Open. To be considered for the main scholarships, you must submit a complete MSc application, with your English test result and your bachelor’s diploma, before December 1, 2026 (checked October 16, 2026). Applications after that date are not assessed for these scholarships.
Scholarships at a glance
| Scholarship | Who it is for | What it covers |
|---|---|---|
| Africa Scholarship Programme (ASP) | Citizens of African countries | Fully funded for 24 months |
| Anne van den Ban Fund (ABF) | Students from listed developing countries, including Nigeria, Ghana, Kenya, Ethiopia, Egypt, India, Nepal and Pakistan | Fully funded for 24 months |
| WU Excellence Scholarship | Students from listed countries such as the US, UK, Canada, Brazil, Mexico, Japan and Turkey | Tuition waiver only |
| NL Scholarship | Students from listed countries, including India, South Africa and the US | €5,000 per award, up to €15,000 |
Africa Scholarship Programme (ASP)
This is the main award for African students.
- Who can apply: Citizens of an African country with an unconditional offer for an MSc at WUR
- Grades: An excellent record, with First Class Honours and a GPA of at least 80%
- Preference: Students who do not already hold a master’s degree
- What it covers: Tuition for 24 months, a living allowance for 24 months, travel to and from the Netherlands, and visa and health insurance costs
Anne van den Ban Fund (ABF)
This award has the same full package as the ASP. It is for students from eligible developing countries in Africa, Asia, the Middle East and Central Asia. Nigeria, Ghana, Kenya, Ethiopia, Egypt, India, Nepal and Pakistan are on the list, and the full list is on the WUR page.
- Who can apply: Students from an eligible country with an unconditional offer for an MSc starting in September 2027
- How it works: You cannot apply directly. The ABF committee reviews complete MSc applications sent before the deadline and invites candidates.
- Results: During May 2027
WU Excellence Scholarship
This award waives tuition for 24 months for students from a list of countries, including Argentina, Brazil, Canada, Mexico, Japan, South Korea, Turkey, the UK and the US. It needs a GPA of at least 80%. It does not cover living costs, insurance or permit fees, so you still pay about €16,500 in the first year.
NL Scholarship
The Dutch government and WUR offer 8 NL Scholarships of €5,000 each, and one student can receive up to three awards. It is open to students from a list of countries that includes India, South Africa, Vietnam and the US. You need a GPA of at least 80% and admission to an eligible MSc. Invitations go out weekly from February 1, 2027, and the scholarship form closes on May 1, 2027.
Key dates for September 2027
| Complete MSc application, English test and diploma | Before December 1, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Shortlisted applicants told (ASP, Excellence) | March to April 2027 |
| Scholarships offered (ASP, Excellence) | April 7, 2027 |
| ABF results | During May 2027 |
| NL Scholarship form | Before May 1, 2027 |
How to apply
- Choose an on-campus MSc programme at WUR.
- Take an accepted English test and get your bachelor’s diploma ready.
- Submit a complete MSc application on the WUR master’s application page before December 1, 2026.
- Get an unconditional offer. WUR’s scholarship committees then review eligible applicants. There is no separate form for the ASP, ABF or Excellence awards.
Read the full rules and country lists on the official WUR scholarships page. WUR says shortlisted candidates for the ASP and Excellence awards enter a lottery, and the rest go on a waiting list.
Tips before you apply
- Book your English test now. Results must be in your application by December 1, 2026.
- Check that your grades meet the 80% GPA level. WUR asks for First Class Honours for the ASP.
- Choose a programme that links clearly to food, farming, environment or health challenges in your country.
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- Sustainability and Renewable Energy Scholarships in Europe and the USA
Details are taken from the official Wageningen University & Research scholarships page, checked on October 16, 2026. Confirm the current rules there before you apply.
