Frequently asked questions
I would like to get some information about studying in Holland, where can I find it?
On this website you can find information about the Institutions of higher education in the Netherlands, that offer programmes to international students. The institutions of higher education (research universities and universities of applied sciences) comply with certain minimal conditions that are comprised in a general Code of Conduct and offer a fast and easy procedure for foreign students to apply for a study in the Netherlands.
More information about studying in the Netherlands.
For more information about immigration, we suggest you visit newtoholland.nl. The Institution will help you with the visa-procedure.
Information about scholarships in the Netherlands please look at grantfinder.nl.
How can I find institutions and study programmes that are suited for international students?
To search educational institutions and study programmes that can provide education for international students, we suggest that you to take a look in the register of the Code of Conduct. All these institutions and study programmes are designed with international students and professionals in mind, and are offered by various higher education institutions in the Netherlands.
I would like to apply for higher education in the Netherlands. How do I apply? I live in a country outside the EU.
Everyone who wants to apply for an educational institution, has to apply via Studielink or via the website from the institution. If you have difficulties applying via Studielink you can contact the Helpdesk Studielink on +31 (0)884247600.
Can anyone apply for a study programme or are there certain restrictions?
For some courses, lots have to be drawn (in view of a quota). Educational institutions all have their own rules for admission. Therefore, always contact the institution of your choice. If you intend to take up a higher education course, do not forget to visit the Nuffic. This website covers a variety of subjects, especially for foreign students.
Keep in mind that universities and universities for applied sciences have a strict admission policy. We recommend that you contact the admission office or the student counsellor of the institution in question. Strict deadlines for central application apply to quota studies, studies with decentralised selection and several hbo courses with additional requirements.
I have been working in the Netherlands, but now I want to study in the Netherlands. Do I need to change my residence permit?
Please contact the Dutch Immigration and Naturalisation Service for information about your residence permit.
I’ve heard that I can study in Holland with a scholarship or fellowship, how can I find more information?
You can find more information about scholarships in the Netherlands on grantfinder , Nuffic or scholarshipportal. You can also contact the Institution you would like to attent to. The Institution will help you.
Someone told me that the Dutch government can provide a grant for studying in the Netherlands. How can I apply for such a grant?
The Dienst Uitvoering Onderwijs (DUO) is a Dutch governmental organization, responsible for – amongst other things – the payment of study grants to students. You can find more information on their website or by phone: +31 - 50 - 5997755.
Where can I get the Studentenreisproduct (studentcard for travelling with Dutch public transport, such as train and bus)?
If you receive the Dutch grant for students, it may be possible to receive the travelcard for students. For more information, please refer to The Dienst Uitvoering Onderwijs (DUO). Phone: +31 - 50 - 5997755.
I would like to apply for Netherlands Fellowship Program (NFP), please tell me how to apply?
Check our information about the NFP-programme or check the Nuffic website. The Nuffic will help you with the application and selection procedure.
I am currently living in the Netherlands and I would like to study in Germany, how can I apply?
We suggest that you contact the German Academic Exchange Service.
Possibly, studying in Germany may effect your visa for The Netherlands. For information about your visa when studying abroad, please contact the Dutch Immigration and Naturalisation Service.
Mijn partner komt uit Zuid-Amerika en wil hier graag komen studeren, hoe gaat dat in zijn werk?
Indien uw partner in het hoger onderwijs in Nederland wil gaan studeren, zou hij een keuze moeten maken uit het aanbod van opleidingen dat het meeste aansluit bij zijn wensen en mogelijkheden. Zie hiervoor de informatie van Nuffic. Per opleiding moet nagegaan worden wat de exacte toelatingsvoorwaarden zijn, evenals de kosten. Voor een Engelstalige Bachelor of Master opleiding is een taalbeheersing Engels op minimaal niveau 6.0 IELTS vereist.
Om toelating tot Nederland mogelijk te maken dient de daartoe aangewezen procedure bij de IND te worden doorlopen. Van belang is daarbij dat uw partner gaat studeren aan een onderwijsinstelling in het hoger onderwijs die de Gedragscode heeft ondertekend. De onderwijsinstelling waar uw partner heen zou willen gaan kan hem helpen met de procedure voor het verkrijgen van een visum en verblijfsvergunning 'studie'.
In z'n algemeenheid geldt dat het bij de meeste onderwijsinstellingen mogelijk is gedurende een beperkte periode voorafgaand aan de studie een voorbereidende fase te doorlopen, gedurende welke enkele tekortkomingen kunnen worden weggewerkt (bijvoorbeeld een achterstand in taalbeheersing Engels of Nederlands). Voor exacte informatie en mogelijkheden kunt u de onderwijsinstelling benaderen waar uw partner graag zou willen studeren.
Informatie over de voorbereidingen rond de komst van uw partner naar Nederland vindt u op newtoholland.nl.