Why Holland
- About Holland
  Although small in size, Holland has a rich cultural tradition.
- Dutch higher education
  High quality in an international setting.
- High quality education
  Get education that meets the highest standards.
- Degrees
  You can pursue a bachelor's, master's or PhD degree in Holland.
- The Dutch way of teaching
  Develop an open mind through interactive learning.
- Number of international students
  In 2017-2018 Holland hosted 122,000 international students.
Study
- Find study programmes
  Check our database of English-taught courses.
- Financing your studies
  There are many sources of funding for studying here.
- Scholarships
  An overview of scholarships available for studying in Holland.
- Tuition fees and cost of living
  Tuition fees are low and life is comparatively cheap.
- Dutch institutions
  Holland has various types of higher education institutions.
- Map of institutions
  See all higher education institutions on a map of Holland.
- Admission requirements
  Admission requirements are set by the institutions.
- How to apply
  Application procedures vary by institution and programme.
- Diploma evaluation
  To determine whether your diploma qualifies you to be admitted to a study programme, the higher education institution can consult Nuffic.
- Internship
  Do you want to do an internship in Holland?
- Summer schools
  Do you want to make the most of your summer? Then follow a course in Holland! It is a great chance to explore a new place and gain new knowledge for your CV at the same time.
- Study programmes in Dutch
  Why not follow a study programme in Dutch?
Prepare
- Checklist
  What do you need to do and when? Find out with our checklist!
- Get prepared
  Get prepared and make the most of your Study in Holland experience.
- Procedures for refugees
  Different procedures apply for refugee students. Use our Pathfinder tool to find out what you need to do in your situation.
- Visas and permits
  Do you need a visa to come to Holland?
- Insurance
  Make sure that you are properly insured during your stay in Holland.
- Housing
  In Holland, students usually do not live on campus but have their own room. Finding good, affordable accommodation can be a problem in Holland, as there is a shortage. Make sure you start looking for a room as soon as you are officially enrolled.
Life in Holland
- Student life
  Most of the student life in Holland happens off-campus.
- Getting around
  You don't really need a car to get around in Holland.
- Learn Dutch
  Although you can speak English with practically anyone in Holland, learning Dutch helps you to get to know the country and its culture and society.
- Working while studying
  All you need to know about working in Holland.
- Daily expenses
  What kind of expenses should you expect when coming to Holland?
- Meet fellow students
  Read the experiences of fellow students who have already studied in Holland.
- Useful apps
  A list of apps you don’t want to miss when studying in Holland!
- Dutch grading system
  You may find that the Dutch grading system is different from your own.
After your studies
- Working after your studies
  Holland Alumni are highly employable.
- Continuing your studies
  Make the most out of your time here!
- Staying in touch
  Join the Holland Alumni network.
- What is my diploma worth abroad?
  A diploma description can be helpful when moving abroad.
Student stories
- Reasons to Study in Holland
  Why choose to Study in Holland?
- Study in Holland preparations
  Preparations to go through before coming to Study in Holland.
- Student life
  What does the life of an international student in Holland look like?
- Financial matters
  All you need to know about financial matters.
- Housing
  Housing tips for international students in Holland.
- Culture
  What is the culture like in Holland?
- Transportation
  How to get around and discover Holland.
- Free time
  How to spend your free time in Holland.
- City trips
  Travel in Holland to different cities.
- Career in Holland
  Tips on starting your career in Holland or finding an internship.
- Other
- Meet our ambassadors
- The Dutch

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How to apply

How to apply

There are several ways of applying for a programme.

Check the institution’s website pages for the programme of your choice to find information on the application process. Note that some programmes have a selection procedure and an application deadline of 15 January.

Studielink

For most programmes you first need to register via the Studielink tool.

Acceptance

Your institution will send you a notification of acceptance. If you have questions about your acceptance, please contact the institution directly.

How to apply

Studielink

Acceptance

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