What types of scholarships can I get as an international student in the Netherlands?
Scholarships in the Netherlands are broadly divided into three types: national government scholarships, university-based scholarships and international funding programmes. Examples include the NL Scholarship (the Orange Knowledge Programme has ended with no new rounds), Radboud and Maastricht University awards, and Erasmus Mundus Joint Master's Scholarships and Erasmus+ Grants.
Scholarships in the Netherlands broadly fall into three types: national, university-based and international. Which ones you can use depends on your nationality, chosen programme and academic profile. Below are the examples mentioned for each type.
Three types of scholarships
| Type | Who offers it | Examples |
|---|---|---|
| National | Dutch public institutions, typically to attract talented international students to eligible programmes at participating institutions | NL Scholarship (the Orange Knowledge Programme has ended and has no new rounds) |
| University-based | Individual Dutch universities, often for strong performers, foreign nationals, eligible programmes or motivated students | Radboud Scholarship Program, Maastricht University NL-High Potential Scholarship |
| International | International funding programmes, in addition to university awards | Erasmus Mundus Joint Master's Scholarships, Erasmus+ Grants |
How to use this list
- Check whether your nationality and programme are eligible for each award.
- University awards usually reward academic performance or motivation, so build that into your profile.
- You can look at international programmes alongside university awards.
My Advice
Do not rely on one scholarship. Look at all three types together, and check the official page of each for the current cycle and eligibility, because availability can change between years.
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