The NL Scholarship, formerly known as the Holland Scholarship, is a fabulous opportunity for international students who are not citizens of the European Economic Area (EEA) to pursue their bachelor's or master's studies in the Netherlands. Funded by the Dutch Ministry of Education, Culture, and Science, along with several Dutch research universities and universities of applied sciences, this scholarship aims to reduce the financial burden for students. A total of 37 universities are participating in this prestigious scholarship program.
About NL Scholarship (Holland Scholarship) 2024
How NL Scholarship Works?
The NL Scholarship provides a contribution of €5,000, which students receive in the first year of their studies. Students can apply directly at the participating university of their choice, and each university may have its own specific scholarship as well.
Participating Research Universities 2024-2025
The following Dutch research universities are participating in the NL Scholarship for the 2024-2025 academic year:
- Leiden University
- Utrecht University
- University of Groningen
- Erasmus University Rotterdam
- Maastricht University
- VU Amsterdam
- Radboud University
- Tilburg University
- Delft University of Technology
- Eindhoven University of Technology
- University of Twente
- Wageningen University
- Theological University Apeldoorn
- Theological University Kampen
Participating Universities of Applied Sciences 2024-2025
A variety of universities of applied sciences are also participating in the NL Scholarship for the 2024-2025 academic year. Some of them include:
- Aeres University of Applied Sciences
- Amsterdam University of the Arts
- ArtEZ Institute of the Arts
- Breda University of Applied Sciences
- Codarts Rotterdam
- Design Academy Eindhoven
- Driestar educatief
- Fontys University of Applied Sciences
- Gerrit Rietveld Academie
- The Hague University of Applied Sciences
- Hanze University of Applied Sciences
- Hotelschool The Hague
- Royal Academy of Art, The Hague
- Rotterdam University of Applied Sciences
- HU University of Applied Sciences Utrecht
- Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences
- HAN University of Applied Sciences
- HKU University of Applied Sciences
- HZ University of Applied Sciences
- NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences
- Saxion University of Applied Sciences
- Van Hall Larenstein University of Applied Sciences
- Zuyd University of Applied Sciences
Benefits
- €5,000 towards the first year of studies.
- Opportunity to study at a top-ranked Dutch university.
- Gain valuable international experience.
- Boost your career prospects.
- Opportunity to explore Europe.
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the NL Scholarship, you should meet the following criteria:
- Your nationality is non-EEA.
- You are applying for a full-time bachelor’s or master’s program at one of the participating Dutch higher education institutions.
- You should also meet the specific requirements set by the university.
- You do not have a degree from an educational institution in the Netherlands.
Deadline
Please check the website of the institution you want to apply to for the deadline(s).
How to Apply for the NL Scholarship 2024?
There is no separate application required. Students can apply directly at the designated institute of their choice. Applicants should check which university offers their field of interest and review the course requirements.
For more information and to apply, visit the [official NL Scholarship website](https://www.studyinholland.nl/finances/scholarships/highlighted-scholarships/holland-scholarship).
