NHL Stenden NL Scholarship for Exceptional International Students

Prestigious Dutch Ministry of Education grant awarded to high-achieving non-EEA students entering bachelor's or master's programs at NHL Stenden.

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Application checklist & requirements

These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.

Academic degree / Prerequisites: Minimum 3.2/4.0 in high school diploma or equivalent international baccalaureate
English language proficiency: IELTS 6.0 overall (minimum 5.0 in each sub-score)
Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT): Not required
Thesis / Research statement: 500-word motivation letter explaining why Design-Based Education fits applicant's goals
Recommendation letters: One academic referee letter

How much will it cost? How much funding is available?

Financial support / stipend: €5,000 one-time merit contribution awarded during the first academic year
Application fee: None
Tuition / joining costs: €2,530/year (EU/EEA) or €9,950/year (Non-EU undergraduate)

Dates and verification

Application deadline: March 1, 2027
Last source review: 2026-10-15

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Important verification note

Facts reflect official NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences (Groningen Campus) documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.

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