There are several ways learners can finance their online master programmes, tailored to their personal and professional backgrounds. These funding routes can significantly reduce overall costs and help it be more accessible.
Prospective learners can also explore external funding sources such as government grants, student loan programmes, or sponsorships from industry bodies. These options vary by country and sector and may provide financial flexibility throughout the duration of the programme.
Online Master Scholarships
The Online Master Scholarships offer financial support to help applicants pursue their educational and career goals. The scholarships are available to EU and non-EU applicants. Explore the available scholarships below.
Awarded to applicants with academic excellence, entrepreneurial achievements or professional leadership experience.
For candidates from underrepresented regions, industries or backgrounds – including women in STEM and other contributing to a diverse classroom.
Designed to support applicants who demonstrate financial need that may otherwise limit their access to the programme.
To foster lifelong learning, we are offering graduates from the RSM and EUR Bachelor’s and/or Master's degrees a €500 reduction offered as a tuition fee waiver. In order to be considered for this discount you must:
- Be a RSM or EUR Alumni graduated from a Bachelor and/or Master programmes
- Submitted certified graduate proof of the Bachelor and/or Master degree from RSM or EUR with your
- application and that these have been verified by the RSM Admissions Committee
- Received an offer to join our Online Master programme
Note: Candidates who are recipients of this discount will not be eligible to be considered for any other Scholarship available at RSM.
How to apply for an Online Master scholarship
1. To apply for any of the Online Master scholarships you must first ensure that you have completed your application, and submitted it. The application is completed in the RSM online application portal Embark.
2. After submitting your application, please record a short video no longer than three minutes addressing the following points:
- Your full name
- The Online Master programme you are applying for
- Where you are from
- Your motivation
- Why would receiving this scholarship be essential for your ability to enrol?
- Highlight any challenges you've overcome or unique perspectives you bring
- How would this scholarship make a difference in your academic and professional journey?
- What do you hope to give back to the classroom, your community or your field as a result of your studies?
3. Send the video to us via e-mail to the Online Masters Team at onlinemasters@rsm.nl - the scholarship request will then be processed. We strive to get back to you with our decision within five working days.
Financial support offered by employers
Many employers offer partial or full financial assistance for employees who wish to deepen their expertise through postgraduate study. This support may come in the form of tuition reimbursement, professional development budgets or dedicated study‑leave schemes. For working professionals, employer funding can be a valuable way to invest in career growth while reducing personal costs.
We have created a Business Case you can use to assist with requesting support from your company or organisation. Review and download the Business Case for MSc Marketing and Data Intelligence (pdf). to review and download the Business Case for MSc Marketing and Data Intelligence.
External funding options
Lendwise is a specialist loan provider based in the UK which is dedicated to education finance for individuals who are looking to fund their studies at world class universities. More information.
Additional Scholarships and grants
Visit the Erasmus University Rotterdam Scholarships webpage to review a comprehensive list of the scholarships and grants frequently used by students.