Scholarships in Netherlands
There are 15 active scholarships for international students in Netherlands worth up to €180k, from 12 providers. Compare eligibility, awards, and deadlines below and apply before they close.
full fundingDelft University of Technology (TU Delft)
Justus & Louise van Effen Excellence Scholarship
For exceptional non-EU/EEA students applying for an MSc programme at Delft University of Technology (TU Delft) with an excellent academic record. The scholarship is merit-based and competitive; you apply for it after applying for admission to an eligible TU Delft master's, by the deadline (commonly 1 December).
full
Funding
€30k
Max
Dec 1, 2026
Deadline
full fundingUniversity of Groningen
Eric Bleumink Fund Scholarship at the University of Groningen
Top students from a developing country admitted to an eligible master’s at the University of Groningen, with a strong academic record and no prior degree from a Dutch institution.
full
Funding
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Max
Dec 1, 2026
Deadline
partial fundingUniversity of Amsterdam
Amsterdam Merit Scholarship
For talented non-EU/EEA students applying for an eligible master's programme at the University of Amsterdam (UvA). Awards are merit-based; you apply for the scholarship alongside (or just after) your master's admission application, by the programme's scholarship deadline.
partial
Funding
€25k
Max
Jan 15, 2027
Deadline
partial fundingNuffic / Dutch Ministry of Education, Culture and Science, co-funded by Dutch universities
NL Scholarship (formerly Holland Scholarship)
For non-EU/EEA international students applying for a full-time bachelor's or master's at a participating Dutch research university or university of applied sciences. It is a one-off first-year grant; you apply directly to the participating institution by its deadline.
partial
Funding
€5k
Max
Feb 1, 2027
Deadline
full fundingMaastricht University
Maastricht University NL-High Potential Scholarship
Open to talented students from outside the EU/EEA, Switzerland and Suriname who have applied for admission to a participating full-time Master's programme at Maastricht University, meet the programme's admission requirements, have not previously studied for a degree in the Netherlands, and are no older than 35 on the cycle's start date.
full
Funding
€30k
Max
Feb 1, 2027
Deadline
full fundingMaastricht University
UM Brightlands Talent Scholarship
Open to non-EU/EEA and Swiss nationals under 35 who have conditional admission to a participating master's programme affiliated with a Brightlands campus, have not previously enrolled in Dutch higher education, and demonstrate strong academic performance.
full
Funding
€31k
Max
Feb 1, 2027
Deadline
partial fundingUniversity of Twente
University of Twente Scholarship (UTS)
Talented non-EU/EEA students applying to or enrolled in an eligible master’s programme at the University of Twente, assessed on academic merit.
partial
Funding
€22k
Max
Feb 1, 2027
Deadline
partial fundingDutch Ministry of Education, Culture and Science and Dutch research universities/universities of applied sciences
Holland Scholarship
For non-EEA international students applying for a full-time bachelor's or master's at a participating Dutch research university or university of applied sciences. You apply directly to the participating institution for the scholarship, by that institution's deadline; it is a first-year, one-off grant.
partial
Funding
€5k
Max
Feb 1, 2027
Deadline
partial fundingWageningen University & Research
Africa Scholarship Programme at WUR
For students from eligible Sub-Saharan African countries applying for an eligible MSc programme at Wageningen University & Research (WUR), with an excellent academic record. The scholarship is merit-based and competitive; you apply for it in connection with your WUR master's admission, by the deadline.
partial
Funding
€30k
Max
Feb 1, 2027
Deadline
partial fundingNuffic, in partnership with Dutch universities
Orange Tulip Scholarship (OTS)
For students from a defined set of countries (such as China, Indonesia, Mexico, Vietnam, and others, varying by year) applying for a bachelor's or master's at a participating Dutch institution. You apply through the Orange Tulip Scholarship programme run by Nuffic Neso in your country, by that country's deadline.
partial
Funding
€25k
Max
Mar 1, 2027
Deadline
partial fundingWageningen University & Research
Wageningen University Fellowship Programme (WUFP)
For talented students from selected developing and middle-income countries applying for an eligible MSc programme at Wageningen University & Research (WUR), with a strong academic record. The fellowship is a substantial tuition reduction; you apply in connection with your WUR master's admission.
partial
Funding
€25k
Max
Mar 1, 2027
Deadline
partial fundingNetherlands Institute for Advanced Study (NIAS-KNAW)
NIAS-NIOD-KITLV Fellowship
Open to researchers and professionals based in formerly colonised countries that have collections housed in the Netherlands. Eligible applicants include historians, archaeologists, social scientists, heritage experts, artists, journalists, and cultural activists. Applicants must propose research on collections or objects originating from these regions and currently held in the Netherlands, and selection values alternative engagements with cultural heritage rather than academic credentials alone.
partial
Funding
€1k
Max
Mar 17, 2027
Deadline
full fundingUniversity of Groningen
Welcoming International Talent (WIT) PhD Fellowship
Open to Early-Stage Researchers of any nationality who, at the call deadline, have no more than four years of full-time-equivalent research experience and have not yet been awarded a doctoral degree. Applicants must hold a qualification that grants access to doctoral studies, meet the MSCA mobility rule (not having lived or worked in the host country for more than 12 months in the previous three years), and have at least certified B2-level English.
full
Funding
€32k
Max
Mar 18, 2027
Deadline
full fundingNuffic (Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs)
Orange Knowledge Programme (OKP) Scholarships
Open to mid-career professionals who are nationals of, and currently living and working in, one of the listed OKP partner countries. Applicants must have proficiency in English or French, be in work that aligns with one of the priority areas designated for their country, be able to show they will use and transfer their new knowledge within their employing organization, and agree to comply with the obligations and conditions of the OKP. A limited number of awards is granted to motivated female and male professionals.
full
Funding
€40k
Max
Mar 31, 2027
Deadline
full fundingDutch Research Council (NWO)
NWO Rubicon Programme
For researchers who have recently completed (or are about to complete) a PhD, who want to gain research experience at a foreign institution (or at a Dutch institution if coming from abroad). It is a postdoctoral programme; applicants must have obtained their doctorate within the last ~12 months and apply through NWO with a host.
full
Funding
€180k
Max
Mar 31, 2027
Deadline
Frequently asked questions
How many scholarships are available in Netherlands?
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15 active scholarships are listed on this page, updated regularly.
Can international students apply for scholarships in Netherlands?
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Yes — these scholarships are open to international students; check each one's eligibility and deadline.