About the Scholarship
Dreaming of studying in the Netherlands? ๐ท Hereโs your chance!
The NL Scholarship (formerly the Holland Scholarship) supports outstanding non-EEA international students who wish to pursue their Bachelorโs or Masterโs degree at top Dutch universities.
Financed by the Dutch Ministry of Education, Culture and Science, along with leading research universities and universities of applied sciences, this scholarship helps global students begin their academic journey in one of Europeโs most innovative, inclusive, and forward-thinking countries. ๐ณ๐ฑ
Scholarship Value ๐ฐ
- โฌ5,000 awarded in theย first year of study
- The scholarship is aย one-time grantย โ not a full tuition waiver
- It can be used to support tuition, accommodation, or living expenses
Why Choose the Netherlands? ๐
- ๐ท World-class education in English
- ๐ Multicultural and globally connected learning environment
- ๐ก Innovation, sustainability, and creativity at the core of Dutch education
- ๐ฒ Live in one of Europeโs safest and most student-friendly countries
Eligibility Criteria ๐ฅ
- You holdย a nationality outside the European Economic Area (EEA)
- You are applying for aย full-time Bachelorโs or Masterโs programย at a participating Dutch higher education institution
- You meet the specific admission requirements of your chosen university
- You doย not already hold a degreeย from a Dutch educational institution
Participating Research Universities ๐
For the 2026โ2027 academic year, these universities are offering the NL Scholarship:
- Eindhoven University of Technology
- Maastricht University
- Protestant Theological University
- Radboud University
- Theological University Apeldoorn
- University of Groningen
- University of Twente
- Utrecht Theological University
- Utrecht University
- VU Amsterdam
- Wageningen University & Research
Participating Universities of Applied Sciences ๐ซ
- Aeres University of Applied Sciences
- Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences
- ArtEZ Institute of the Arts
- Breda University of Applied Sciences
- Design Academy Eindhoven
- Fontys University of Applied Sciences
- The Hague University of Applied Sciences
- HAN University of Applied Sciences
- NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences
- Rotterdam University of Applied Sciences
- Saxion University of Applied Sciences
- Zuyd University of Applied Sciences
(and many more โ see the official website for full list)
Application Details ๐
- Application Open:ย 1 November 2025
- Academic Year:ย 2026โ2027
- Deadline:ย Varies by institution (check your chosen universityโs website)
- Where to Apply:ย Directly through the Dutch universityโs official website
How to Apply โ๏ธ
1๏ธโฃ Choose a participating institution and eligible program.
2๏ธโฃ Check the universityโs admission and scholarship deadlines.
3๏ธโฃ Submit your admission application and indicate your interest in the NL Scholarship.
4๏ธโฃ Upload all required documents before the deadline.
5๏ธโฃ Await results and confirmation directly from the institution.
Application Link ๐
https://www.studyinnl.org/finances/nl-scholarship#about-this-scholarship
โ ๏ธ Important Notice
1๏ธโฃ Source of Information
This announcement has been prepared based on the information provided by the scholarship coordinator and official programme website.
2๏ธโฃ Responsibility for Content
The coordinating body is solely responsible for the accuracy, details, and updates of the scholarship content.
3๏ธโฃ Right to Modify or Withdraw
Institutions reserve the right to make changes after publication โ including deadlines, eligibility, or scholarship details โ or to withdraw the offer entirely.
4๏ธโฃ Disclaimer of Liability
YouthWorks Hub is not responsible for any such changes, updates, or cancellations made by the scholarship providers.
๐ก Final Note:
All listings are shared for informational purposes only. Please always verify details directly through the official scholarship website before applying.





