Thinking about studying in the Netherlands? The NL Scholarship 2025/26 is now open, giving international students the chance to start a bachelor’s or master’s degree at top Dutch universities. This opportunity is funded by the Dutch Ministry of Education, Culture and Science and supports students from outside the European Economic Area (EEA). You can choose from a wide range of Dutch universities participating in the programme. It’s a fantastic chance to start your higher education journey in Europe. Formerly known as the Holland Scholarship, this award could be your gateway to quality education in the Netherlands.
NL Scholarship Netherlands Key Details
- Country: Netherlands
- Universities: 37 Dutch institutions are part of the programme
- Study Levels: Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees
- Duration: 3–4 years for bachelor’s, 1–2 years for master’s
- Deadline: Varies by university
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NL Scholarship Benefits
The NL Scholarship gives selected students a €5,000 grant towards the first year of their studies at a participating Dutch institution. Some universities may offer additional funding options that can be combined with this scholarship.
Universities Offering the NL Scholarship (2025/26)
Research Universities
- Wageningen University
- Maastricht University
- Radboud University
- Delft University of Technology
- Erasmus University Rotterdam
- University of Groningen
- Tilburg University
- VU Amsterdam
- Leiden University
- University of Twente
- Theological University Apeldoorn
- Theological University Kampen
- Eindhoven University of Technology
- Utrecht University
Universities of Applied Sciences
- Rotterdam University of Applied Sciences
- HKU University of Applied Sciences
- Aeres University of Applied Sciences
- Zuyd University of Applied Sciences
- NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences
- Amsterdam University of the Arts
- Driestar educatief
- Van Hall Larenstein University of Applied Sciences
- ArtEZ Institute of the Arts
- The Hague University of Applied Sciences
- Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences
- Gerrit Rietveld Academie
- Hanze University of Applied Sciences
- Hotelschool The Hague
- Fontys University of Applied Sciences
- Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences
- Codarts Rotterdam
- Design Academy Eindhoven
- HAN University of Applied Sciences
- Saxion University of Applied Sciences
- Breda University of Applied Sciences
- HU University of Applied Sciences Utrecht
- Royal Academy of Art, The Hague
Eligibility Criteria
- Be a non-EEA national
- Apply for a full-time bachelor’s or master’s programme
- Apply to a university or applied sciences institute participating in the programme
- Meet all admission criteria set by your chosen university
- Not already hold a degree from a Dutch institution
How to Apply for the NL Scholarship 2025?
You don’t need to submit a separate application for the NL Scholarship. Instead:
- Choose a participating university
- Apply for a degree programme at that institution
- Make sure your application meets the specific scholarship requirements set by the university
