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Holland Scholarship for Indian Students
Holland Scholarship funds bachelor's and master's in the Netherlands. Here's who can apply, what it covers and how Indian students build a strong application.
- Bachelor's and master's in the Netherlands
- €5
- Deadlines usually 1 February or 1 May depending on the institution
- Application review
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Who can apply for the Holland Scholarship?
Non-EEA students applying to participating Dutch institutions. It covers €5,000 in the first year. Deadlines usually 1 February or 1 May depending on the institution.
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Official sources: Holland Scholarship — official page
Holland Scholarship at a glance
- Provider
- Dutch Ministry of Education and Dutch universities
- Level
- Bachelor's and master's in the Netherlands
- Covers
- €5,000 in the first year
- Eligibility
- Non-EEA students applying to participating Dutch institutions
- Timeline
- Deadlines usually 1 February or 1 May depending on the institution
How to apply
Application steps
- 01
Check eligibility
Non-EEA students applying to participating Dutch institutions
- 02
Secure or apply for admission
Most scholarships in the Netherlands need an admission or application in progress.
- 03
Prepare essays and references
Apply through your chosen university's scholarship process.
- 04
Submit before the deadline
Deadlines usually 1 February or 1 May depending on the institution
Tips
Making your application stronger
Be specific
Show concrete achievements with numbers.
Link to impact
Explain how the study benefits your career and community in India.
Have a funding plan B
Line up an education loan in parallel in case the award is partial.
FAQs
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€5,000 in the first year
Deadlines usually 1 February or 1 May depending on the institution. Check the official page for this year's dates.
Non-EEA students applying to participating Dutch institutions
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