StudyInHolland Scholarship Finder
Information hub for scholarship opportunities in the Netherlands administered by Nuffic, including the NL Scholarship and the MENA Scholarship Programme.
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The Study in NL platform provides access to various scholarship programmes administered by Nuffic for international students looking to study in the Netherlands. Notable programmes include the NL Scholarship and the MENA Scholarship Programme, while older initiatives like the Orange Knowledge Programme have concluded.
The NL Scholarship, formerly known as the Holland Scholarship, is financed by the Dutch Ministry of Education, Culture and Science alongside participating Dutch research universities and universities of applied sciences. It targets non-EEA students pursuing full-time bachelor or master programmes in the Netherlands.
The MENA Scholarship Programme focuses on short courses for young professionals from the Middle East and North Africa. It aims to build capacity within organizations in the region and is funded by the Netherlands Ministry of Foreign Affairs as part of the Shiraka programme.
Applicants must consult individual Dutch higher education institutions for specific closing dates, application requirements, and available fields of study, as application procedures and deadlines vary by institution.
Eligible Levels
Eligible Fields
Why Choose This Scholarship?
Access to funding options supported by the Dutch government
Opportunities for both degree studies and professional short courses
Wide network of participating research universities and universities of applied sciences
Programs managed by Nuffic to promote international education exchange
What the Scholarship Covers
Studying in Netherlands
Scholarship availability and priority themes depend on your home country and the specific Dutch higher education institution.
Eligibility Requirements
5 requirements
Documents Checklist
1 document required
How to Apply - Step by Step
Choose a participating Dutch higher education institution and degree program
Check eligibility criteria for the specific scholarship programme
Apply directly through the website of the Dutch institution offering the course or scholarship
Submit all additional application requirements requested by the institution
Application Timeline
1 November 2025
NL Scholarship Opening
Applications opened for the 2026-2027 academic year
Varies
Institutional Deadlines
Check the website of the specific institution
Insider Tips & Pro Tips
Verify specific deadlines directly with the chosen Dutch institution as dates vary
Check individual university websites for specific fields of study and institutional requirements
Ensure you meet the non-EEA nationality requirement for the NL Scholarship
Review country priority themes if applying for the MENA Scholarship Programme
Contact the institution of your choice to inquire about alternative scholarships beyond the highlighted Nuffic options
Important Links & Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions
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The NL Scholarship amounts to € 5,000, which is received in the first year of studies.
International students from outside the European Economic Area (EEA) who are applying for a full-time bachelor or master programme at a participating Dutch higher education institution and do not hold a Dutch degree.
Eligible countries include Algeria, Egypt, Iran, Iraq, Jordan, Lebanon, Libya, Mauritania, Morocco, Oman, Sudan with exceptions, Tunisia, and Syria under specific conditions.
Applications are handled directly by the Dutch institutions offering the courses and scholarships.
Check the Official Website
This scholarship typically opens around November. Confirm the current cycle and deadline on the official portal.
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