Scholarships Overview
26 Dec 2008
Exchange programmes
The easiest and cheapest way to study in Holland is through an exchange programme. Many Dutch higher education institutions have exchange agreements with partner institutions in countries throughout the world. Exchange programmes and agreements are often limited to specific fields or disciplines. Ask your own university or college about what options are available.
Life LongLearning Programme / 
Erasmus
The Erasmus scholarship (part of the LifelongLearning Programme) is an exchange
programme that aims to encourage cooperation among European higher education
institutions. A large amount of money is earmarked to support students who wish to complete part of their studies in another country of the European
Union or to finance a European internship.
www.ec.europa.eu/education/programmes/llp/national_en.html
www.ib-groep.nl
Scholarships
A number of funding opportunities exist, which are described here in brief. More information can be found on www.grantfinder.nl, an online search engine that brings together information on a range of Dutch scholarships for international students wishing to study in the Netherlands.
Dutch Universities' Scholarships
How to find a scholarship
You have made the decision to study in Holland, you know which field of study interests you and which degree you would like to earn. The next step is finding out whether you qualify for any scholarships and how to apply for them.
Who to contact
1. The Dutch Embassy or Consulate, visit www.mfa.nl/en
2. The international office at your home institution
3. The Neso office, if your country has one; consult the list on www.nuffic.nl/neso
4. The Dutch higher education institution of your choice, to which you are applying in
Holland; they can inform you about cholarships offered
5. Check www.grantfinder.nl to get an overview of all current scholarships
Once you have found a suitable scholarship programme, check whether you meet all the equirements. Provided you do, follow the (institution or Nuffic) procedures for applying for admission.