NL Scholarship (formerly Holland Scholarship)
- Funding
- €5,000 in the first year
- Deadline
- Deadline varies
- Country
- Netherlands
- Study level
- Bachelor’s · Master’s
- Provider
- Dutch Ministry of Education, Culture and Science and Dutch universities (Nuffic)
Each participating university sets its own closing date; check the website of the institution you want to apply to.
About this scholarship
A €5,000 first-year scholarship from the Dutch government and participating universities for students from outside the European Economic Area starting a bachelor’s or master’s in the Netherlands.
- Applicant stage
- Future students
Eligibility criteria
- Your nationality is non-EEA.
- You are applying for a full-time bachelor’s or master’s programme at one of the participating Dutch higher education institutions.
- You do not have a degree from an education institution in the Netherlands.
Value of the award
- The scholarship amounts to € 5,000. You will receive this in the first year of your studies.
Fields of study
All subjects
Application process
Apply through the Dutch university you are applying to; the list of participating universities changes every year.
Frequently asked questions
What does this scholarship cover?
The scholarship amounts to € 5,000. You will receive this in the first year of your studies.
Which study levels and subjects does it support?
Bachelor’s, Master’s. Fields: All subjects. Check course-specific restrictions with the provider.
When is the application deadline?
Each participating university sets its own closing date; check the website of the institution you want to apply to.
Where can I see the required documents?
Open the Documents tab for items mentioned in this record and preparation guidance. The official application instructions contain the complete list.