Holland Scholarship (NL Scholarship)

Dutch Ministry of Education, Culture and Science with participating Dutch institutions (administered by Nuffic) · 🇳🇱 Netherlands · Europe

FundingPartial
LevelBachelors/Masters
DeadlineFebruary
Application feeFree

About this scholarship

A one-off grant of €5,000 paid in the first year of study; not a full-tuition scholarship. One-off grant, first year only

ProviderDutch Ministry of Education, Culture and Science with participating Dutch institutions (administered by Nuffic)
CountryNetherlands (Europe)
Host university / institutionParticipating Dutch research universities and universities of applied sciences (e.g. Utrecht, Maastricht, VU Amsterdam, Wageningen, Eindhoven)
Degree levelsBachelors/Masters
Fields of studyAll fields
Funding typePartial
Application feeFree
DeadlineDeadlines vary by institution; commonly 1 February (some set 1 May). Check the chosen institution.
IntakeSeptember
Applications openVaries
CompetitionHigh
Programme durationOne-off grant, first year only
BachelorsMasters All fields

Holland Scholarship (NL Scholarship) eligibility criteria

  • Non-EEA (non-EU/EEA) nationality
  • Applying to or enrolling in a participating bachelor's or master's programme
  • No prior degree or enrolment at a Dutch education institution
  • Meet the specific requirements of the chosen institution
  • Enrolling as a full-time student
  • Not eligible for statutory (lower) Dutch tuition fees

Benefits and coverage

  • One-off grant of €5,000 in the first year
  • Helps offset tuition or living costs
  • Open to a wide range of bachelor's and master's programmes
  • Awarded across many participating Dutch institutions
  • No repayment required
  • Supports non-EEA international students studying in the Netherlands

Required documents

  • Programme admission/application materials
  • Valid non-EEA passport
  • Statement of financial resources
  • Motivation or scholarship application form
  • Academic transcripts/records
  • Proof of English language proficiency

How to apply for the Holland Scholarship (NL Scholarship)

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above and confirm you meet every requirement.
  2. Prepare all required documents early — transcripts, CV, recommendation letters and motivation letter.
  3. Deadlines vary by institution; commonly 1 February (some set 1 May). Check the chosen institution. Submit a complete application before the February deadline.
  4. Always confirm the latest details on the official website before applying.
Amount / coverageA one-off grant of €5,000 paid in the first year of study; not a full-tuition scholarship.
LevelsBachelors/Masters

Frequently asked questions

Non-EEA (non-EU/EEA) nationality Applying to or enrolling in a participating bachelor's or master's programme No prior degree or enrolment at a Dutch education institution Meet the specific requirements of the chosen institution Enrolling as a full-time student Not eligible for statutory (lower) Dutch tuition fees

One-off grant of €5,000 in the first year Helps offset tuition or living costs Open to a wide range of bachelor's and master's programmes Awarded across many participating Dutch institutions No repayment required Supports non-EEA international students studying in the Netherlands

Programme admission/application materials Valid non-EEA passport Statement of financial resources Motivation or scholarship application form Academic transcripts/records Proof of English language proficiency

Deadlines vary by institution; commonly 1 February (some set 1 May). Check the chosen institution.

No — applications for the Holland Scholarship (NL Scholarship) are free.

No application fee — apply free
Apply on the official website → Official info page
DeadlineFebruary
OpensVaries
IntakeSeptember
CompetitionHigh
CountryNetherlands

Deadlines and details change — always confirm on the official website before applying.

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