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Netherlands

Orange Tulip Scholarship Programme (OTS)

Applications closed Bachelor,PhD,Masters Fully funded
Award On request Confirm the latest award details on the official scholarship page.
Deadline April 1, 2025 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.

o A prestigious, tailor-designed scholarship initiative to promote international talent in Dutch higher education.
o Managed by Nuffic via Neso offices in beneficiary countries (e.g., India, China, Brazil, Russia, Mexico, Vietnam, Indonesia, South Korea, South Africa).
o Scholarships are customized by each institution or sponsor to suit academic programs and strategic goals.

Scholarship details

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

Study level

Bachelor,PhD,Masters

Field of study

Computer Science & IT

Host country

Netherlands

Competition

Medium

Opens

January 1, 2025

Eligibility

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

The eligibility criteria is as follows:

  • Citizens of Neso-designated countries (e.g., India, Indonesia, Brazil, China, Mexico, Russia, South Korea, Vietnam)
    • Not currently studying or working in the Netherlands

Having admission or application ongoing for a participating Dutch institution

Application requirements

Documents and steps typically needed when you submit your application.

The requirements are as follows:

  • Apply and secure admission to a participating program in the Netherlands
    • Download and complete OTS application form from the NESO portal
    • Include necessary documents: transcripts, CV, motivation letter, English scores, degree proof

Submit as per NESO instructions (often via email)

What is covered

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

Varies by sponsor and university:

  • Full scholarships covering 100% tuition (occasionally including accommodation and insurance)
    • Partial scholarships ranging from 25% to 80% tuition coverage (€2,500–€5,500)

Examples: Maastricht School of Management (MSM) offers up to 60% tuition waiver (e.g., €6,400 value) for Master’s and MBA programs