Erasmus University €10.000 NL Scholarship in the Netherlands 2025/2026

The NL Scholarship Erasmus University is meant for international students who want to pursue a bachelor’s or master’s degree in the Netherlands. The scholarship amounts to € 10,000. Apply Now:

When is the Application Deadline:

• 1 February 2025 for the application submission in the EUR Application Portal.
• 15 July 2025 for completing the immigration procedure.

Tell Me About The Award:

The NL Scholarship Erasmus University is funded by the Dutch Ministry of Education, Culture and Science and Erasmus University Rotterdam. It is designed for international students from outside the European Economic Area (EEA) who wish to pursue a bachelor’s or master’s degree at Erasmus University Rotterdam.

The scholarship is worth €10,000 and is awarded for one academic year. This scholarship covers €5,000 as a reduction in tuition fees and €5,000 provided to the student as monthly payments.

Which Fields are Eligible?

• The scholarship is available for the following Bachelor’s programs at the Erasmus School of Economics:
  • Bachelor International Econometrics and Operations Research
  • Bachelor International Economics and Business Economics
  • Double Bachelor BSc2 in Econometrics and Economics

Type:

• Scholarship for Bachelor’s and Master’s Students from outside the EEA for one academic year.

Who can Apply for the Erasmus University NL Scholarship?

• Applicants must be nationals of a country outside the European Economic Area (EEA).
• Applicants must have never been enrolled as a full-degree student at an educational institution in the Netherlands.
• Only students selected for one of the eligible bachelor programs at Erasmus School of Economics are eligible.
• Applicants must complete a mathematics entrance exam if required.
• Excellent academic performance: An average final result of at least grade 8.0 on a scale of 1-10 in secondary school is required.
• A financial statement is required to demonstrate how the scholarship will assist in covering tuition fees and living expenses.
• Applicants must have completed the immigration procedure by 15 July 2025.

How are Applicants Selected?

• Applicants will be selected based on academic excellence, motivation, financial need, and alignment with the eligible bachelor programs.
• A selection offer is not required at the time of application, but only applicants with a selection offer for an eligible program will be considered for the scholarship.

Which Countries Are Eligible?

• Students from countries outside the European Economic Area (EEA).

Where will the Award be Taken?

• The award is for study at Erasmus University Rotterdam, Netherlands.

How Many Awards?

• The scholarship is limited in number, and not all applicants will be awarded the scholarship.

What is the Benefit of the Award?

• €10,000 total:
  • €5,000 reduction in tuition fees.
  • €5,000 received in 10 monthly payments to cover living expenses.

How Long Will the Award Last?

• The scholarship is awarded for one academic year.

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How to Apply for the Erasmus University NL Scholarship:

1. Apply to one of the eligible programs at Erasmus School of Economics via Studielink and submit all application documents via the EUR Application Portal before 1 February 2025.
2. Complete the mathematics entrance exam if required, by 1 April 2025.
3. Prepare the following documents for the scholarship application:
   • Motivation letter (max. 2 A4 pages).
   • Financial statement outlining your financial situation and the need for the scholarship.
   • Budget plan explaining how you will finance your studies if awarded the scholarship.
   • Certified copy of your most recent academic transcript.
   • Certified statement from your educational institution confirming your GPA (use the provided template).
4. Apply via Osiris:
   • Log in to Osiris and submit your ‘ESE Application Scholarship 2024’ request.
   • Upload all required documents and submit your application.

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