Scholarships and tuition waivers are available based on merit and performance. In the second year, the vast majority of the students get additional income from part-time appointments as teaching- or research assistant. Over the years, we have offered scholarships to some 50% of the students that entered the program. Percentages are even higher for second-year students; all second year students who qualify for admission to the second year get a fee waiver. The vast majority of second year students get additional income from part-time appointments as teaching or research assistant.
The Business Data Science program has three levels of scholarships (level academic year 2024-25 for first-year students):
Students who meet the requirements to pass to the second year, irrespective of their GPA, receive in year two a full tuition fee waiver and a monthly contribution to health care insurance of 40 euros. Additional full and partial scholarships will be available in the second year based on performance in the first year. The full second year scholarship is €1100 in addition to the teaching assistant income from giving tutorials for the first year core courses. For details on scholarship regulations that apply in 2024 we refer to the scholarship regulations.
Applicants who would like to be considered for a scholarship should indicate this on the application form. Because the institute’s resources are limited, prospective students are advised to apply for external funding as well (see e.g. Study in NL).
PhD students in the Netherlands are usually employed by a university. Indication of salary levels: a gross salary starts at € 2,541/€ 2,960 per month (depending on the duration of the contract). In their final year, students receive a monthly gross wage of € 3,247. Most positions include a small teaching assignment to help the students gain teaching experience, which is useful for those considering an academic career. PhD positions may be sponsored by industry partners. The level of collaboration and interaction with the industry partner varies depending on the project, the company and the student.
| EEA national | € 2,530 |
| non-EEA national | € 17,000 |
| students holding an EUR, UvA or VU Master's degree | € 2,530 |
| students holding a Master's degree from another Dutch university | € 17,000 |
In the PhD phase no tuition fees are charged.