Netherlands scholarships
If you don’t have enough money to study in the Netherlands , don’t worry. Studying in the Netherlands is a great opportunity to study in a country with a low average cost of living and also to take advantage of scholarships. Holland scholarships are mostly offered at the master’s level, so if you are planning to study at the master’s level , you are very lucky.
Because Dutch scholarships at the master’s level are offered in the form of full funding or only covering university tuition fees. A number of scholarships at other levels are also offered by the Dutch government and universities. Some scholarships grant you funds of up to 30,000 euros ($31,612). In the rest of this article, we will introduce Dutch scholarships and how to apply for them.
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Introducing the types of Dutch scholarships
Studying in the Netherlands with scholarships gives you the opportunity to study abroad at a low cost. Dutch scholarships are offered at different levels of study with varying amounts of fees. Free education in the Netherlands is not as easy as free education in Germany , because universities in this country are not free. However, the cost of living in the Netherlands has made it a popular destination for students. Below we will introduce Dutch scholarships at different levels of study
Dutch Government Scholarship for Bachelor's Degree
Amsterdam Merit Scholarship
An amount of 6,000 euros ($6,320) per year for students in economics and business
Funding equal to the student's tuition fee in the field of communication sciences
The deadline for this scholarship starts on April 1st, and the exact deadline date may vary depending on the field.
Scholarship (MEL Scholarship Trust Fund)
Zuyd Excellence Scholarship
In the first type, the scholarship amount is 5,000 euros ($5,268) in the first year and in the following years, it is awarded as a discount of up to 3,800 euros ($4,000) on university tuition. The deadline for this scholarship is April 30. (Iranian students are eligible for this type.)
The second type of scholarship provides a maximum discount of 3800 (4 thousand dollars) on university tuition. The deadline for this scholarship is August 31 for the first semester and January 31 for the second semester. (Iranian students are eligible for this type.)
The last type of scholarship is a full tuition fee scholarship awarded to the most talented Chinese student. The deadline for this scholarship is April 30th.
Netherlands scholarships for PhD studies
AMC PhD Scholarship in Amsterdam
Netspar Research Grant
Erasmus Plus Scholarship
Steps to obtain Netherlands scholarships
To familiarize yourself with the steps for finding a Dutch scholarship and how to apply for it, we will explain it step by step:
First, you must determine the field you intend to study so that you can find scholarships related to your field.
If you find scholarships that suit your needs, you should check their availability.
If the scholarship you are interested in is not available, make a note of the deadline for your next application. Remember, if you do not apply for the scholarship by the stated deadline, you will not be able to receive it.
If the scholarships you are interested in are currently available, check the terms and requirements and prepare your documents for upload.
You can then start the application process. To do this, you will need to provide your acceptance letter from Dutch universities, as well as upload the requested documents.
Scholarships in Belgiumn
Studying in Belgium with a scholarship is possible at various levels of study and is offered by some universities, the government, research and higher education centers or Belgian organizations. Scholarships can vary depending on your academic and scientific resume and the university you choose to study at. The stronger your resume, the greater the possibility of receiving a fully funded scholarship. In fact, scholarships can have a direct impact on reducing or even eliminating educational costs.
There are different types of scholarships in Belgium , some of which we have introduced in the list below.
- VLIR-UOS Scholarship
- Mastermind Belgium Scholarship
- Flemish Government Scholarship for Bachelor’s Degree Students, Specially for International Students
- Scholarships for PhD studies at Ghent University and University of Liu00e8ge, Belgium
- Scholarships for international students in the master’s degree program
- Catholic University of Leuven Scholarship
- ARES Scholarship
- Erasmus Mundus Scholarship
One of the advantages of studying in Belgium is that its universities are highly regarded worldwide. In the table below, you can see the best universities in Belgium to study at, along with their rankings in the QS World University Rankings 2024.
The names of the universities mentioned in the table above are all approved by the Iranian Ministry of Science . For this reason, the documents issued by these universities can also be reviewed and evaluated by the Iranian Ministry of Science, Research and Technology.
Documents required to apply for a Netherlands scholarship
Depending on the university and scholarship application, the documents requested from you may vary. However, you can generally prepare and submit the following documents:
Please note that students are sometimes required to attend an interview (in person or via Skype) conducted by the university in order to gain admission to some Italian universities.
Fully Funded Netherlands Scholarships
Below, we have provided a table of details about fully funded Dutch scholarships, including conditions, deadlines, and eligible individuals.
| Name | Eligible course | Scholarship Points | Deadline | Eligible countries |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orange Netherlands Knowledge Scholarship (OKP) | Short-term and master’s courses | Full Fund | Varies based on each university | OKP member countries (Iran is not included in these countries.) |
| VU Fellowship Scholarship (VUFP) for Vrije University Amsterdam | Master in English | University tuition coverage | December 1 to February 1 of each year | Non-EU countries |
| Leiden University Scholarship (LexS) | Senior | The scholarship funds are divided into three categories: – €10,000 ($10,537) tuition fee coverage – €15,000 ($15,806) tuition fee coverage – Full tuition fee coverage | October 1 to February 1 of each year | Non-EU countries |
| Utrecht University Scholarship | Bachelor’s degree | 5,000 ($5,268) to 17,000 euros ($17,913) (covers university tuition and living expenses) | Before February 1st of each year | Non-EU countries |
| Utrecht University Scholarship | Senior | University tuition coverage or university tuition coverage + monthly living expenses | Before February 1st of each year | Non-EU countries |
| Maastricht University High Potential Scholarship (NL-High Potential scholarship) | Senior | 29,000 Euros ($30,560) (covers university tuition + monthly living expenses + visa fees + insurance fees) | Before February 1st of each year | Non-EU countries |
| TU Delft Excellence Scholarship | Senior | Full Fund (30,000 Euros) ($31,612) | Before December 1st of each year | Non-EU countries |
