Netherlands Fellowship Programmes

Netherlands Fellowship Programmes (NFP) are funded by the Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs to promote capacity development in 51 eligible developing countries. Scholarships cover master’s degrees, short courses, and PhD programs at Dutch universities. Recipients return home to apply their new skills to their country’s development challenges.

• Citizens of one of 51 eligible countries (Africa, Asia, Latin America, Caribbean)
• Working professionals with minimum 2 years experience in a sector relevant to their proposed study
• Cannot hold Dutch nationality or permanent residence
• Employer endorsement required

• Tuition fees
• Visa costs
• Travel
• Insurance
• Living allowance (approx EUR 1,200-1,600/month)
• Depending on program: accommodation
• Research
• Thesis
• And other allowances

• Valid passport (min 6 months validity)
• Bachelor's and Master's degree certificates and transcripts
• Research proposal (2-5 pages)
• Two academic reference letters
• English language proficiency (IELTS 6.5+ or TOEFL 90+)
• Updated CV/Resume
• Statement of purpose / Motivation letter
• Publications list (if any)

• Note: the Netherlands Fellowship Programmes, continued as the Orange Knowledge Programme (OKP) administered by Nuffic, closed at the end of 2024, with no further application rounds for 2025, 2026, or beyond
• Historically it funded mid-career professionals from selected developing countries (with a signed employer statement) for master's programmes and short courses at Dutch institutions, applied via Nuffic's portal
• Applicants should look for other funding options