Scholarships

Below you will find the most recent and essential information about scholarship opportunities for international Master’s students.

World Citizen Talent Scholarship

The World Citizen Talent Scholarship (WCTS) is developed and offered by The Hague University of Applied Sciences. Three scholarships of EUR 5,000 each are available for Master’s students every year.

Grantfinder search engine

The online search engine Grantfinder provides a complete overview of all scholarships available for international students in the Netherlands.

Scholarship in your home country

Check whether any scholarships are available in your home country.

World Citizen Talent Scholarship

Do you consider yourself a global citizen? Every year, up to three (one-time) scholarships worth EUR 5,000 are available to prospective Master’s students. We are seeking intelligent, talented and ambitious people who consider themselves citizens of the world.

You are eligible for a World Citizen Talent Scholarship if you:

  • Originate from outside the Netherlands and do not live in the Netherlands.
  • Are enrolling in The Hague University of Applied Science Pro for the first time.
  • Have never applied for this scholarship before.
  • Have been conditionally accepted to join your chosen programme for the upcoming academic year.

Application Process

Step 1

Apply for the Master’s programme of your choice using the online application tool.

Step 2

Complete the following essay assignment. Please note: the use of AI tools such as Chat GPT etc. is not permitted. All submissions will subject to scrutiny.  

Step 3

The assignment should be submitted via formdesk. Please be sure to complete all the required fields. The deadline for submission is 1st May 2026. 

Scholarship assessments and results

We have appointed a committee to assess all essays. The judges will select the three students with the most impressive essays to receive the scholarship. The jury’s decision is binding and you will be informed about the results by email. Please note that you will only be awarded the scholarship after you have been conditionally accepted and have met all terms and conditions of enrolment. By submitting your essay, you are giving us the right to publish it if desired. Scholarship winners are also expected to participate actively in the programme and its evaluations, become an ambassador of the Master’s programmes and contribute to the internationalisation of our institution. If you have any questions before applying, please email them to [email protected]. Please make sure you read the Regulations for Financial Aid Master Programmes, as it contains detailed information regarding this scholarship programme.

Student motivation letter

It is important that you devote the utmost attention to your motivation for studying. We recommend that you read the eligibility criteria for the embassy and make sure to answer all questions in such a way that this will result in a positive assessment. Your motivation should not be general, but unique. It is important that you show the embassy that, on returning to your country, you will be in a position to create a positive change in your organisation and for your country. This information is very important for the embassies when evaluating your application and cannot be underestimated. 

Scholarships in your home country

It is worth checking whether any scholarships are available in your home country. For example, American students can apply for a Fulbright scholarship and there is an EU-South Africa Scholarship Programme available to South African students. Your country may offer similar grants. For more information or application forms, contact your local Dutch embassy or ask your current higher educational institution. The Grantfinder website also provides some useful information on scholarships. This website is part of the Netherlands Organisation for International Cooperation in Higher Education (Nuffic).