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Nuffic / Holland Scholarship for Palestinian Students 2026 — Netherlands

Nuffic administers Dutch government scholarship programmes including the Orange Knowledge Programme (OKP) and the Holland Scholarship. Palestine is listed as an OKP-eligible country, making Palestinian students and professionals directly eligible for funded study in the Netherlands.

Netherlands Scholarships for Palestinian Students

Orange Knowledge Programme (OKP) and Holland Scholarship programs for Palestinians.

36 scholarships, grouped by level
ScholarshipLevelFundingUsually closes
Bachelor's (4)
Vreede scholarship for International Law - Scholarships for Euro-Arab DialogueBachelor's, Short-courseFully funded
Travel Grant - Scholarships for Euro-Arab DialogueBachelor'sNot statedUsually March (estimated)
University of Amsterdam — Letje Lips Amsterdam Merit Scholarship (LLAMS)Bachelor's, GraduateNot statedNot confirmed
University of Amsterdam — UvA scholarshipsBachelor'sNot statedNot confirmed
Master's (20)
Anne van den Ban Fund scholarship at Wageningen University (MSc, students from eligible developing countries incl. Palestine, Syria, Yemen, Egypt, Lebanon, Sudan) For PalestiniansMaster'sFully funded
Amsterdam Merit Scholarship (UvA)Master'sFully fundedNot confirmed
Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam Fellowship ProgrammeMaster'sFully funded
Erasmus University ISS Scholarship Fund for Excellent StudentsMaster'sFully fundedNot confirmed
Erasmus Mundus: Master in Public Health in Disasters (EMMPHID)Master'sFully fundedNext round
TU Delft Justus & Louise van Effen Excellence ScholarshipMaster'sFully fundedNot confirmed
Tilburg JADS JMJ ScholarshipMaster'sFully fundedNot confirmed
University of Groningen Eric Bleumink FundMaster'sFully fundedNot confirmed
University of Groningen — Eric Bleumink FundMaster'sFully fundedNot confirmed
Orange Knowledge Programme (OKP)Master's, Short CourseFully fundedNot confirmed
Leiden University Excellence Scholarship (LExS)Master'sFully fundedUsually December (estimated)
Erasmus Mundus: Master in International Humanitarian Action (NOHA+)Master'sFully fundedNot confirmed
University of Amsterdam — Financial Aid OfficerMaster'sNot statedNot confirmed
Delft University of Technology — Feestelijke opening van de nieuwe Collection WallMaster'sNot statedNot confirmed
Delft University of Technology — Come to TU Delft with a Scholarship!Master'sFully fundedNot confirmed
Delft University of Technology Justus & Louise van Effen Excellence ScholarshipsMaster'sFully fundedNot confirmed
Erasmus Mundus: Master in Bioethics (Bioethics)Master'sFully fundedNext round
SPANN Fund – Dutch Literature and CultureMaster'sPartialNot confirmed
Erasmus Mundus: Master in Water and Coastal ManagementMaster'sFully fundedNot confirmed
Leiden University Fund - Lutfia Rabbani Foundation Scholarship - Scholarships for Euro-Arab DialogueMaster'sFully fundedUsually March (estimated)
Several levels (7)
Phoenix Interstellar Scholarship (LEAP Higher) For PalestiniansBachelor's, Master's, FoundationFully fundedNot confirmed
Mahmoud S. Rabbani (MSR) Scholarship - Lutfia Rabbani Foundation For PalestiniansMaster's, PhDPartialUsually March (estimated)
Holland Scholarship (Netherlands Scholarships)Bachelor's, Master'sPartialNot confirmed
HAN University of Applied Sciences ScholarshipBachelor's, Master'sPartialNot confirmed
UAF Study Support for Refugee Students in the NetherlandsBachelor's, Master'sNot statedNot confirmed
NL Scholarship (Holland Scholarship)Bachelor's, Master'sPartialNot confirmed
Delft University of Technology — Costas Lemos Innovation Programme ScholarshipMaster's, PhDNot statedNot confirmed
Other programmes (5)
UWC Maastricht Palestine Scholarship For PalestiniansHigh School, IBFully funded
Delft University of Technology — Scholarship application formNot statedNot confirmed
University of Amsterdam — More about the Amsterdam Merit ScholarshipNot statedNot confirmed
University of Amsterdam — Amsterdam Merit ScholarshipNot statedNot confirmed
University of Amsterdam — Google Europe Scholarship for Students with DisabilitiesNot statedNot confirmed
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What this page covers

The Netherlands has hundreds of English-medium Master's programs. OKP scholarships cover tuition, living costs, and travel. The Holland Scholarship offers a €5,000 contribution to non-EEA students enrolling at Dutch universities.

  • Palestine is listed as an OKP eligible country — Palestinians apply directly, not through a host country
  • OKP covers tuition, monthly stipend, travel, and visa costs for Master's programs and short courses
  • Holland Scholarship offers a €5,000 contribution for non-EEA students at any Dutch university
  • Hundreds of English-medium programs available across Dutch universities
  • Priority OKP sectors include water management, agriculture, security, and governance

Nuffic OKP application tips

  • Check OKP eligible occupational sectors — applications are strongest in water management, food security, and governance
  • Holland Scholarship requires direct application to a Dutch university; OKP applications go through Nuffic
  • Application windows for the next academic year typically open October–January

Frequently asked questions

Are Palestinian students eligible for Dutch government scholarships?
Yes. Palestine is listed as an eligible country under the Orange Knowledge Programme (OKP). Palestinian students and professionals can apply directly for OKP scholarships to study or train in the Netherlands.
What is the difference between OKP and the Holland Scholarship?
OKP is a Dutch government grant for professionals from developing countries, covering Master's programs and short courses. The Holland Scholarship is a €5,000 contribution for non-EEA students at Dutch universities — less competitive and available to more applicants.
Do I need Dutch language skills to study in the Netherlands?
No. Most Master's programs at Dutch universities are taught in English. IELTS 6.0+ or TOEFL 80+ is the typical requirement.
Can Palestinians in Jordan or Egypt apply for Nuffic scholarships?
Yes. OKP eligibility is based on Palestinian nationality, not current country of residence. Palestinians in Jordan, Egypt, Turkey, or elsewhere can apply directly as Palestinian nationals.

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