🇳🇱 Netherlands — Various Dutch universities
Holland Scholarship
IELTS Requirement & Application Guide
Overall
6
Components
L 5.5 / R 5.5 / W 5.5 / S 5.5
Level
UG, PG
Deadline
November–May
Country
🇳🇱 Netherlands
Coverage
€5,000 one-time scholarship
About Holland Scholarship
The Holland Scholarship is a one-time grant of 5,000 euros for non-EEA international students studying at participating Dutch research universities and universities of applied sciences. It is funded by the Dutch Ministry of Education and the participating institutions. The scholarship is available for both undergraduate and postgraduate programmes.
IELTS Required
| Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 |
Accepts: Academic ✓ / General ✗
Also accepted: TOEFL iBT 80
Coverage
- •€5,000 one-time scholarship
Tips for Meeting the Requirement
- 1.The Holland Scholarship requires IELTS 6.0 overall with 5.5 in each band. This is relatively accessible, but individual Dutch universities may set higher requirements for specific programmes.
- 2.Since the Holland Scholarship is a one-time payment, consider combining it with other university-specific scholarships. Apply early, as the scholarship is awarded on a first-come, first-served basis at many institutions.
- 3.Dutch universities are increasingly competitive for international students. An IELTS score above the minimum (6.5+) strengthens both your scholarship and admission application.
Frequently Asked Questions
What IELTS score is required for the Holland Scholarship?
The Holland Scholarship requires IELTS Academic 6.0 overall with a minimum of 5.5 in each component. However, individual universities and programmes may require higher scores for admission, so check your specific programme's requirements.
Does the Holland Scholarship cover full tuition?
No, the Holland Scholarship provides a one-time grant of €5,000 toward your first year of study. It does not cover full tuition. You should explore additional funding from your chosen university's own scholarship programmes.
Can I apply for the Holland Scholarship as a current student?
No, the Holland Scholarship is only available to new international students who have not previously studied in the Netherlands. You must apply before starting your programme at a participating Dutch institution.
आपको विश्वविद्यालय IELTS आवश्यकता पूरा गर्नुहोस्
भर्नाको लागि Band 6.5, 7.0, वा 7.5 मा पुग्न निःशुल्क साप्ताहिक रणनीतिहरू।