Holland Scholarship 2027

Overview

The Holland Scholarship is a EUR 5,000 first-year grant for international students from outside the European Economic Area who want to study at a Dutch research university or university of applied sciences. It is offered jointly by the Dutch Ministry of Education and around 50 participating Dutch institutions. Distinct from the broader NL Scholarship: Holland Scholarship is funded by individual institutions and the Ministry pooling resources. The 2027 cycle closes 1 February 2027 (institution-specific dates may vary by a few weeks).

Benefits

• EUR 5,000 one-time grant paid in the first year of study.
• Applied as a tuition fee reduction or as a stipend, depending on the institution.
• Compatible with most other Dutch scholarships and home-country funding.
• Recognition by the host Dutch institution.

Eligibility

• Citizen of a country outside the European Economic Area, European Union, and Switzerland.
• Applying for a full-degree Bachelor’s or Masters at a participating Dutch research university or university of applied sciences.
• Holding the academic admission requirements for your chosen programme.
• Not previously enrolled in a degree at a Dutch higher-education institution.
• Each participating institution sets its own additional eligibility (some prioritise specific countries or fields).

How to apply

1. Open the Study in NL Holland Scholarship page at the source link to see the list of participating institutions.
2. Apply for admission to your chosen Dutch programme through Studielink or the institution’s direct portal.
3. Apply for the Holland Scholarship through your chosen institution’s separate scholarship application process. Most institutions ask for a short motivation letter and confirmation of your non-EEA status.
4. Submit by 1 February 2027 (verify the exact date with your institution).
5. Decisions are typically announced together with or shortly after your admission decision.