Exchange programmes at Maastricht University

Exchange

At Maastricht University (UM), we are dedicated to fostering a welcoming environment and ensuring a seamless integration of our international student community, whether they are enrolled in a full study programme or participating in an exchange program for a shorter duration. The majority of our courses are conducted in English, providing you with a wide range of options to choose from. 

We provide extensive support to international students before and during their studies. Are you interested in joining our diverse community? Our programmes and services are listed below. More information about exchange agreements, courses, minors and admissions can be found on each faculty exchange page. 

Services for prospected students

Would you first like to get a good feel about the university and the city of Maastricht before you visit? Check out these online opportunities: 

Student Support: have a chat with current students, they can help you through the application process or answer questions about the study programmes. 

Virtual Open Day: the Virtual Open Day provides videos on all programmes and locations as well as various aspects of student life. 

Virtual campus tour: a virtual journey along our buildings and faculties. 

Mymaastricht.nl: a joint initiative of UM, Zuyd University of Applied Sciences and the Maastricht municipality to provide detailed information on living in Maastricht.

Services for incoming students

The International Student Support Office is dedicated to supporting administrative and social issues involved in moving abroad.  

Our support services include: 

Visa support
Scholarships and financial aid 
Travel Instructions Service 
International Student Welcome Day 
Student Ambassadors
International Student Ambassador Programme
Maastricht Housing
UM Guesthouse
Language support 

 
Pre-Academic Training 
Our Pre-Academic Training (PAT) is meant for students who would like to refresh their mathematics, English or intercultural communication skills before starting the study programme.  
 
Student associations 
Check out this overview of student organisations that are managed by UM students and please join. 

Services for exchange students

Exchange programmes, services and social events for incoming exchange students: 
Center for European Studies
Maastricht Summer School  

Services for outgoing exchange students:
International Relations Offices 
Language support

Scholarships

Scholarships for incoming students: 
The UM NL High Potential scholarship
UM NL Euregion Refugee Scholarship
Scholarships for incoming exchange students 

We facilitate a wide range of financial aid programmes in order to help our (prospective) students make well-informed decisions regarding their future.  

Scholarships for outgoing students: 
Erasmus+ scholarship: intended for students in higher education who would like to study or follow a traineeship abroad. 
NL Scholarship: intended for students who want to study, do research or pursue an internship outside the European Economic Area (EEA). 
Scholarships for study and research abroad