Holland Scholarship Last Date & Deadlines 2026
Application Deadline
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The Holland Scholarship (now known as the NL Scholarship) application deadlines are institution-dependent and vary by the participating Dutch higher education institution. For the 2026/2027 academic intake, applications generally opened on November 1, 2025, with institutional deadlines typically falling around February 1, 2026, or May 1, 2026. For the 2027/2028 academic intake, some institutions have an application closing date as late as April 1, 2027.
Timeline Details & Extensions
Applications must be submitted and finalized before 11:59 PM on the closing date. We advise students to submit applications at least a week in advance to avoid last-minute server bottlenecks.
- Institute-level verification continues for 15-30 days after the student application deadline.
- Incomplete or unfinalized drafts are auto-rejected on the last date.
FAQs for Holland Scholarship
Q.Is the NL Scholarship a fully funded scholarship?
No, the NL Scholarship is a partial scholarship. It provides a one-time grant of EUR 5,000 for the first year of your studies and does not cover full tuition fees or living expenses.
Q.How do I apply for the NL Scholarship?
You must apply for the NL Scholarship directly through the participating Dutch higher education institution where you wish to study. There is no central application portal for the scholarship; each university handles its own application process.
Q.Is the 'Holland Scholarship' still available, or has it been replaced?
The 'Holland Scholarship' was officially renamed the 'NL Scholarship' in June 2023. It is the active national scholarship program for international students from outside the EEA.
Q.Can I renew the NL Scholarship for my second year of study?
No, the NL Scholarship is a one-time grant. It is awarded only for the first year of your Bachelor's or Master's program and is not renewable for subsequent years.