A EUR 5,000 scholarship for the first year of a bachelor's or master's programme in the Netherlands for students from outside the EEA.
Who can apply
Non-EEA students applying for a full-time bachelor's or master's at a participating Dutch institution, without a previous Dutch degree.
Dates
For 2026-27, applications opened on 1 Nov 2025. Deadlines are set by each institution.
How to apply
- Choose a participating Dutch institution and programme.
- Check the institution's own deadline.
- Apply through the institution.
SWABUD noteThis is a partial scholarship, not full tuition.
What it costs and what you get
Cost: Free to apply
Benefits: EUR 5,000 in the first year
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Before you apply
- Open the official page and confirm the dates in Nepal time.
- Read the eligibility rules in full, including age and country.
- Never pay an agent or a third party to apply. Official programmes say clearly if there is a fee.
- Save a copy of your application and any confirmation email.