OpenFieldTegemoetkoming Leraren (Dutch National Teacher Tuition Subsidy)
Government grant from the Dutch Ministry of Education, Culture and Science (OCW) reimbursing tuition fees for students training to become certified teachers.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- Enrolled in an accredited teacher training program (pabo) at Hogeschool IPABO
- English language proficiency
- Dutch language proficiency: NT2-II
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- Not required
- Thesis / Research statement
- DUO digital application and proof of Dutch higher education enrollment
- Recommendation letters
- Not required
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- Up to €2,530 annual direct tuition reimbursement
- Application fee
- €0 application fee (via DUO)
- Tuition / joining costs
- €2,530 statutory annual tuition (wettelijk collegegeld)
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- June 30, 2027
- Last source review
- 2026-10-15
Important verification note
Facts reflect official Hogeschool IPABO (Alkmaar Campus) documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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