Islamabad, July 17, 2025: The Dutch Government has opened applications for the 2025 Holland Scholarship, offering international students a €5,000 grant for their first year of study in the Netherlands.
This scholarship is for those who plan to study full-time in either a bachelor’s or master’s program at selected Dutch universities and universities of applied sciences.
Funded by the Ministry of Education, Culture and Science along with top universities across the Netherlands, this award helps ease the financial burden for students planning to study in Europe.
What’s Included?
The €5,000 grant is awarded once in the first year of your study. Please note: this is not a full scholarship. It does not cover tuition or living costs entirely, but it can help with early expenses such as travel, accommodation, or books.
Who Can Apply?
You can apply for this scholarship if:
- You are not from an EU/EEA country
- You are applying for a full-time bachelor’s or master’s degree
- You don’t already hold a degree from any Dutch institution
- You meet the entry requirements of the university you are applying to
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Participating Universities
Many universities are part of this scholarship, including:
- Fontys University
- Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences
- Saxion University
- The Hague University of Applied Sciences
- Hanze University
- Zuyd University
- HKU University of the Arts
- And more
Each university has its own list of eligible courses and application deadlines, so students should check the university website carefully.
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How to Apply?
- Apply for admission to any of the participating universities.
- After securing admission, if you qualify, you’ll be considered for the Holland Scholarship.
- Apply directly through the official website of your selected university.
This is a good opportunity for Pakistani students who wish to study in Europe. It’s a one-time financial boost that can help you get settled as you begin your academic journey.
Keep in mind, deadlines vary depending on the institution, so check with your desired university and apply early.
