LION scholarship at Leiden University 2024-25

Scholarships from the Den Adel Fund for Experimental Physics and the Lorentz Fund for Theoretical Physics are available to non-Dutch nationals through the Leiden Institute of Physics (LION). Based on academic performance, scholarships are given to around 10% of the admitted individuals.

Each scholarship, worth € 6000 annually, is given out for a year and is renewable for a second year if the recipient performs satisfactorily (i.e., 60EC with a first-year GPA of at least 8). Please note that scholarships do not waive the Leiden University tuition cost or the requirement to provide "proof of sufficient funds" when applying for a student visa or residence permit from the Dutch Immigration Office (which is necessary for non-EU citizens).

Eligibility Criteria:

• Countries Eligible: Scholarships are available to non-Dutch nationals.
• Acceptable Subject or Course: The scholarship will be given out at Leiden University's MSc in Physics program.
• Acceptable Standards: The candidates must fulfill all requirements to be qualified:
• To be eligible to apply, candidates must hold a bachelor's degree in physics or a closely related field from a foreign research institution that is on par with Dutch universities.
• Candidates possess the theoretical and mathematical background and depth of understanding required for the Leiden BSc Physics program's undergraduate courses in subjects including complex analysis, quantum physics, electrodynamics, and statistical physics.

Admissions procedure:

• The candidates must apply online to be considered for the scholarship.
• The application should include the following components:
  • The motivation letter for acceptance, 
  • Two recommendation letters from referees of the current study program supporting the candidate's application.
  • The applicant must contact master-scs@physics.leidenuniv.nl via email to inform the respective office of the application for a LION scholarship.

Value of the Scholarship:

• The successful candidates are awarded a sum of EUR 6,000 for one year.
• The scholarship is renewable subject to the following conditions:
  • 60EC with a GPA higher than 8.0 in the first year.