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Published 2025-10-12

NL Scholarship Guide for International Students

NL Scholarship Guide for International Students

The Holland Scholarship has been rebranded as the NL Scholarship to align with the national NL branding. It is designed for non-European Economic Area (non-EEA) students pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in the Netherlands.

🎓 Scholarship Benefits

  • €5,000 one-time grant (given in the first year of study)
  • Does NOT cover tuition fees or living expenses — it is only a financial supplement

✅ Eligibility Criteria

You must:

  • Be a non-EEA citizen
  • Apply for a full-time bachelor’s or master’s program at a participating Dutch institution
  • Meet the admission requirements of your selected program
  • Have never studied in the Netherlands before

🏛 Participating Institutions

The NL Scholarship is offered by various Dutch research universities and universities of applied sciences.
The list changes yearly — check the official Study in NL website for current institutions.

📝 Application Process

1. Choose a Program & Institution

Select a full-time bachelor’s or master’s program at a participating Dutch institution.

2. Apply for Admission

Follow the university’s standard admission procedure.

3. Check Scholarship Requirements

Each institution has its own NL Scholarship guidelines and deadlines.

4. Prepare Required Documents

  • Valid passport
  • Motivation letter
  • Academic transcripts
  • English proficiency proof (IELTS/TOEFL etc.)

5. Submit the Scholarship Application

  • Some universities auto-consider you
  • Some require a separate scholarship application
    Check on the institution’s website.

6. Wait for Results

Winners are notified via email by the institution.

📅 Application Deadlines

Deadlines vary by university but are usually February to May of the year the program starts.
Always check the exact date on the institution’s website.

🏆 Selection Criteria

Applicants are evaluated based on:

  • Academic excellence
  • Strong motivation letter
  • Program relevance to future goals

⭐ Tips for Applicants

  • Prepare early
  • Research programs thoroughly
  • Personalize the motivation letter
  • Follow all instructions and deadlines carefully

For more details, visit the official Study in NL website.