Dutch Research University Transition Award

Merit grant awarded to the highest-achieving pathway students advancing into top Dutch universities (VU Amsterdam, Erasmus Rotterdam, Tilburg).

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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: Final foundation course average of 75% or higher with all modules passed on first attempt
English language proficiency: IELTS 6.5 achieved prior to university matriculation
Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT): Not required
Thesis / Research statement: Official university unconditional offer letter
Recommendation letters: Holland ISC Centre Director nomination

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

Financial support / stipend: €2,500 transition bursary applied against first-year university tuition fees
Application fee: €0
Tuition / joining costs: Standard university statutory or institutional tuition applies

Dates and verification

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

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Important verification note

Facts reflect official Holland International Study Centre documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.

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