Dutch Ministry of Education, Culture and Science, in cooperation with Dutch research universities and universities of applied sciences
Holland Scholarship (NL Scholarship) 2026-2027
The Holland Scholarship (NL Scholarship) 2026-2027 is a partially-funded scholarship from Dutch Ministry of Education, Culture and Science, in cooperation with Dutch research universities and universities of applied sciences for Bachelor's, Master's pursuing any field in Netherlands. Deadline: February–May 2026.
- Funding
- Partial Funding
- Degree levels
- Bachelor's, Master's
- Where
- Netherlands
- Funded by
- government
Key Facts at a Glance
- Amount
- EUR 5,000 (one-time grant in the first year)
- Deadline
- February–May 2026
- Host countries
- Netherlands
- Fields
- Any field
Eligibility Criteria
Citizens of countries outside the European Economic Area (EEA). EEA nationals, Swiss nationals, and Surinamese nationals are not eligible. Academic Requirements You must be applying for a full-time bachelor's or master's programme at a participating Dutch institution. Strong academic performance is expected, though minimum GPA requirements vary by institution. Nationality Requirements You must hold citizenship of a country outside the EEA. EEA nationals, Swiss nationals, and Surinamese nationals cannot apply.
Scholarship Benefits
- EUR 5,000 grant in the first year of study
- Available for both bachelor's and master's programmes
- Offered at a wide range of participating Dutch universities
- Reduces first-year costs when upfront expenses are highest
- Access to the Netherlands' internationally ranked higher education system
- Study in one of Europe's most international and English-friendly countries
Important Dates & Deadlines
February–May 2026
Verify eligibility and deadlines on the official scholarship page before applying.