Travel is the key to many enriching academic experiences: a symposium in Canada, a conference in China, or an entire semester abroad. A travel grant from the Amsterdam University Fund can make the difference for Bachelor's and Master's students as they supplement and personalize their studies.

Even when not required for a degree, a study trip can yield invaluable insights. In groups, though, it can be prohibitively expensive. Thanks to the Amsterdam University Fund, travel grants are available for groups of five or more UvA students, helping make inspirational, large-scale study trips feasible.

UvA students are creative proponents of academic practice, academic and cultural heritage, and UvA student activity. When conventional university funding isn’t available, the Amsterdam University Fund helps bridge the gap, providing grants for projects, events, and activities organized by and for UvA students.

For students who are in dire financial need, the Amsterdam University Fund may award a one-off, specific study grant. For further details about this grant, please contact the Amsterdam University Fund:

T: +31 (0)20 525 2138

E:  universiteitsfonds@uva.nl

UvA students who require financial assistance due to the Russian invasion of Ukraine can turn to an emergency fund for help. The fund consists of a crowdfunding campaign and a substantial contribution from the Amsterdam University Fund (AUF). 100% of any payment from the fund is a gift. As a result, students do not need to reimburse this sum.

We feel a responsibility towards all our students. In addition to students from Ukraine, students from Russia and Belarus can therefore also apply to the fund. They form part of our academic community and are not held personally responsible for the Russian invasion. The Ministry of Education, Culture and Science has explicitly asked universities to do this. 

How can you submit for an application?

If you need a contribution, make an appointment with a student counsellor first. After a discussion, you will decide together what else is required to submit an application.

Applications can be submitted during the 2021-2022 academic year subject to the following conditions: 

• You are enrolled as a student at the UvA   
• You are of Ukrainian, Russian or Belarusian nationality  
• Existing regulations do not apply to your situation or do not apply to a sufficient extent   
• There is a demonstrable acute financial need related to the invasion of Ukraine. 

Checklist application

Applications must be accompanied by:

- A specified budget;
- A letter explaining the situation (max 1 A4);
- A CV.

After receiving a positive recommendation from the student counsellor, you can submit your application. Include all the required information.