Study in Netherlands - The applications are open to apply for the Netherlands NL Scholarship 2025/26.

Applications are now open for the Netherlands NL Scholarship 2025/26. This scholarship is a great opportunity to pursue a bachelor’s or master’s degree at a Dutch university. Funded by the Dutch Ministry of Education, Culture, and Science, it is specifically for international students who are not residents of the European Economic Area (EEA).

The NL Scholarship, also known as the Holland Scholarship, allows you to apply to several participating Dutch universities. In addition, I’ve included a list of other scholarships available in the Netherlands for 2025/26. Ready to take the first step toward your academic journey in the Netherlands? Read on for more details!

What the NL Scholarship Offers

The NL Scholarship provides €5,000 to help cover the costs of your first year at a participating Dutch university. Many universities also offer additional scholarships, which you may combine with this funding.

Participating Dutch Research Universities 2025/26

Here are the research universities where you can use the NL Scholarship:

• 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 Dutch Universities of Applied Sciences 2025/26

These applied sciences universities are also part of the program:

• 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
• 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
• University of the Arts, The Hague
• Zuyd University of Applied Sciences

Eligibility Criteria

To apply, you must meet the following requirements:

• Be a non-EEA national.
• Apply for a full-time bachelor’s or master’s degree.
• Apply to one of the participating Dutch universities.
• Meet the specific admission requirements of your chosen university.
• Not hold a degree from a Dutch educational institution.

How to Apply for the NL Scholarship 2025/26

You don’t need to submit a separate application. Simply apply directly to the university of your choice (from the list above). Check the programs offered and ensure they align with your field of interest. Visit the official website for more details and application links.

Seize this opportunity to study in the Netherlands with the NL Scholarship!

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