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How much money does the NL Scholarship give non-EEA students in the Netherlands in the first year?

02 Oct 2026 · Answered by Muskan Jain · 1 min read
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The NL Scholarship is listed at EUR 5,000 in the first year for non-EEA students in the Netherlands. It is a contribution towards study costs and does not cover the full tuition fee, so you should plan for the remaining costs from other funds.

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The NL Scholarship is listed at EUR 5,000 (approx INR 5.45 L) in the first year for non-EEA students in the Netherlands. It is a contribution towards your study costs, not a full tuition waiver.

NL Scholarship at a glance

DetailWhat to know
Amount in the first year5,000 (approx INR 5.45 L)
Who can look at itNon-EEA students
What it coversA contribution towards study costs
What it does not coverThe full tuition fee

Planning around it

Because the amount is a contribution, you still need to plan how to pay for tuition, rent, food and other living costs in Amsterdam. Rent is usually the biggest expense, so shared accommodation can help stretch your funds.

My Advice

Visit the official Study in NL scholarship page to confirm the current cycle, eligibility and how the award is paid. Build your budget without depending on it until you have an offer in writing.

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