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Erasmus University Rotterdam Scholarships

Applications closed Bachelor,Masters,PhD Fully funded
Award EUR 5,000 / per year Paid per year. Confirm the latest figures on the official page.
Deadline March 1, 2026 Deadline passed
Duration 3 Years How long the scholarship support typically lasts.
Funding type Fully funded Whether the award is fully funded, partial, merit-based, or similar.

About this scholarship

What this award covers and who it is designed to support.

Erasmus University Rotterdam offers a variety of scholarships to support international students pursuing higher education. These scholarships are available at both the undergraduate and master’s levels, with a focus on academic excellence and financial need. The most well-known is the Erasmus University Holland Scholarship, funded by the Dutch Ministry of Education, Culture, and Science, granting €5,000–€10,000 to non-EEA students.
Faculties such as the Rotterdam School of Management (RSM), the Erasmus School of Economics (ESE), and the Erasmus School of Law offer faculty-specific merit-based awards. Some scholarships are combined with external funding (e.g., Erasmus Trustfonds).

Scholarship details

Key facts about level, field, location, and institutions.

Study level

Bachelor,Masters,PhD

Field of study

Computer Science & IT

Host country

Netherlands

Competition

Medium

Opens

November 1, 2025

Eligibility

Who can apply and what academic or personal criteria you need to meet.

The eligibility criteria is as follows:

  • Open to non-EEA international students (for Holland Scholarship and similar)
  • Must have been admitted to a full-time degree program at Erasmus University Rotterdam
  • Excellent academic record (top 10–20% of class preferred)
  • Some scholarships require financial need documentation

Application requirements

Documents and steps typically needed when you submit your application.

The requirements are as follows:

  • Admission letter from Erasmus University Rotterdam
  • Motivation letter / personal statement
  • Academic transcripts and GPA (competitive)
  • CV/Resume
  • Proof of English proficiency (IELTS/TOEFL, depending on program)
  • Recommendation letters (in some cases)

What is covered

Tuition, living costs, and other expenses included in this award.

The scholarship includes coverage for:

  • Tuition fee reduction or waiver
    • Living allowance (for selected programs)
    • Sometimes travel allowance (for specific scholarships)