Applicants are invited to apply for the Erasmus University Holland Scholarship. The Dutch Ministry of Education, Culture, and Science and Erasmus University Rotterdam jointly fund the Erasmus University Holland Scholarship. The scholarship is intended for international students who wish to pursue a bachelor’s or master’s degree in Holland but are not citizens of the European Economic Area (EEA).
Founded in 1913, Erasmus University Rotterdam (Erasmus Universiteit Rotterdam – EUR) is a public research university located in Rotterdam, Netherlands. Classified among the top 100 universities in the world, Erasmus University Rotterdam hosts the largest and one of the foremost academic medical centers and trauma centers in the Netherlands. The university has seven faculties and focuses on Health, Wealth, Culture, and Governance. The university is named after Desiderius Erasmus Roterodamus, a 15th-century humanist and theologian.
Programme Details
- Host Institution: Erasmus University Rotterdam, Netherlands.
- Eligible programs: Available programs at host institutions.
- Number of awards: Not specified.
- Duration: One year.
- Target group: Open to students from outside the European Economic Area (EEA).
Erasmus University Holland Scholarship Benefits
This Europe scholarship program provides selected candidates with an amount of € 5.000, € 10.000 or € 15.000 (to be decided by the faculty). Please note that this is not a fully sponsored scholarship program and applicants need to have additional financial resources to fund their studies.
Erasmus University Holland Scholarship’s Eligible Programs
Below is the list of Master’s programs that are eligible for the Erasmus University Holland Scholarship for the 2025-2026 academic year:
- Erasmus School of Economics (ESE) – Bachelor Students
- Erasmus School of Economics (ESE) – Master Students
- Erasmus School of Law (ESL)
- Erasmus School of Social and Behavioural Sciences (ESSB) – Bachelor Students
- Erasmus School of Social and Behavioural Sciences (ESSB) – Master Students
- Erasmus MC
- Erasmus School of Philosophy (ESPhil) (look under 'Funding')
- Erasmus School of History, Culture and Communication (ESHCC)
- Institute for Housing and Urban Development Studies
- Rotterdam School of Management (RSM) – Bachelor
- Rotterdam School of Management (RSM) – Master
- Erasmus School of Health Policy & Management (ESHPM)
- Erasmus University College (EUC)
Erasmus University Holland Scholarship Eligibility
To apply for this university scholarship, you/your:
- nationality is non-EEA and you pay the institutional tuition fee;
- are an excellent student according to your faculty’s standard;
- are applying for a full-time bachelor’s or master’s at Erasmus University Rotterdam;
- didn’t obtain a diploma at an educational institution in the Netherlands;
- have never been enrolled as a full degree student at an educational institution in the Netherlands;
- can only receive the Holland Scholarship Erasmus University once;
- meet the specific requirements set by the faculty that offers the program that you have applied for.
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Why Study in the Netherlands?
Many students consider the Netherlands to be an ideal destination for their studies abroad. With a diverse range of higher education institutions and courses, a great quality of life, and a society that is welcoming to international students, it is no wonder that the Netherlands has become one of the top study destinations in Europe.
The country provides high-quality technical colleges and a variety of English-language degree programs, offering a unique opportunity for students to gain a quality education in an international setting. Not only are tuition fees in the Netherlands significantly lower than in other countries, but there are also many scholarships, grants, and other forms of financial aid available for international students. Additionally, the Netherlands is known for its vibrant social and cultural life, with plenty of activities for students to enjoy.
How to Apply for the Erasmus University Holland Scholarship
Eligible applicants who would like to be considered for this university scholarship to study in the Netherlands must follow instructions provided by each faculty. Please click on your faculty for more information on the application process.
The application deadlines vary by faculties but fall between and . For more info on the Erasmus University Holland Scholarship for Non-EEA International Students, please visit the official page. To be the first to see latest opportunities, please follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest and Instagram.