Inholland Knowledge Grant

Overview

The Inholland Knowledge Grant is a multi-year tuition grant offered directly by Inholland University of Applied Sciences in the Netherlands. It's aimed at international students from outside the European Economic Area who pay the higher institutional tuition rate and are starting a full-time bachelor's degree at Inholland for the first time. The grant rewards steady academic progress: you receive money each year you stay enrolled and pass enough of your courses.

What makes the grant practical is its structure. Instead of a single one-off payment, it spreads support across the first three years of your programme, with the largest amount in year one when relocation and setup costs hit hardest. Over three consecutive years you can receive up to EUR 4,500 in total, paid as a reimbursement after each academic year you complete successfully.

If you're weighing the real cost of a Dutch bachelor's degree as a non-EEA student, this grant won't cover your full tuition, but it meaningfully lowers the bill and keeps rewarding you for staying on track. It pairs well with other funding such as the Holland Scholarship and any support from your home country.

Key Facts at a Glance

Detail	Information
Funding Body	Inholland University of Applied Sciences
Host Country	Netherlands
Degree Levels	Bachelor's
Value	EUR 2,500 in year 1, EUR 1,000 in year 2, EUR 1,000 in year 3 (up to EUR 4,500 total)
Deadline	31 August each year (via the Student Self Service portal)
Eligible Nationalities	Non-EEA nationals (excluding nationals/residents of Suriname and Switzerland)
Official Website	Inholland Knowledge Grant page

Eligibility Criteria

Academic Requirements

You must be enrolled full-time in a bachelor's programme at Inholland, and you must earn 60 EC credits per academic year (exemptions don't count toward this total). Hitting 60 credits is what unlocks the payment for that year, so the grant is tied directly to passing a full year's workload.

Nationality Requirements

The grant is for students who are not nationals of the EEA. Nationals or residents of Suriname and Switzerland are excluded, because they're treated differently for tuition purposes. You also need to be liable for the institutional (higher) tuition fee rather than the lower statutory fee.

Enrolment Requirements

You must be enrolling at Inholland full-time for the first time and intend to re-enrol in the following years. The grant follows your continuous study: it covers up to three consecutive years, and you reapply each year. If you switch programmes within Inholland, your overall eligibility window still caps at three years.

What the Scholarship Covers

• EUR 2,500 toward your first year, paid after you complete 60 credits
• EUR 1,000 toward your second year, again conditional on 60 credits
• EUR 1,000 toward your third year on the same condition
• A maximum lifetime total of EUR 4,500 across three consecutive years
• A reimbursement paid out after each academic year ends (typically around November or December once results are confirmed)

The grant is a financial contribution toward your tuition costs. It does not include a living stipend, airfare, or insurance, so plan the rest of your budget separately.

How to Apply

1. Secure your admission first. Apply to and get accepted into a full-time Inholland bachelor's programme, and complete your enrolment as a first-time, fee-paying non-EEA student.
2. Log in to Student Self Service. Once you're enrolled and have your student login, open the Student Self Service portal where the Knowledge Grant application form appears under the scholarships section.
3. Complete the online form. Fill in the grant application for the current academic year. There is no separate essay or reference requirement; the grant is rules-based rather than competitive.
4. Submit before 31 August. File your application by the annual 31 August deadline for that academic year.
5. Pass your year. Earn your 60 credits. The university reviews eligibility after the academic year closes and pays the grant to students who qualified.
6. Reapply each year. To keep receiving the grant in years two and three, submit a fresh application in each of those years and again meet the 60-credit condition.

Required Documents

• Your Inholland student account credentials for the Student Self Service portal
• Proof of enrolment as a full-time bachelor's student
• Confirmation that you pay the institutional tuition fee
• A valid passport or ID showing your nationality (to confirm non-EEA status)
• Your study results showing credits earned, which the university verifies internally at year end

Because the grant is processed through your student account, you usually won't upload a large document pack. Most of the verification happens against records Inholland already holds.

Key Dates & Deadlines

Stage	Timing
Applications open	Around January each year
Portal access for the form	From around May
Application deadline	31 August
Eligibility review	After the academic year ends (around October)
Payment	Around November or December

The Dutch academic year runs from 1 September to 31 August, and grant decisions follow that cycle. Check the official page for the exact dates of your intake year, since they can shift slightly.

Tips for a Strong Application

What helps

• Apply early in the window so a missed deadline never costs you a year of funding
• Plan your course load to comfortably reach 60 credits, since the whole payment depends on it
• Set a reminder to reapply in years two and three; the grant is not automatic
• Keep your contact and bank details current in the student system so payment isn't delayed

Common mistakes to avoid

• Assuming the grant pays upfront; it's a reimbursement after you pass the year
• Forgetting that exemptions don't count toward the 60-credit requirement
• Missing the 31 August deadline because you waited for results
• Letting an enrolment gap break the "consecutive years" requirement

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Inholland Knowledge Grant?

It's a multi-year tuition grant from Inholland University of Applied Sciences for first-time, full-time non-EEA bachelor's students, worth up to EUR 4,500 spread over three years.

How much is the Inholland Knowledge Grant worth?

You can receive EUR 2,500 in year one, then EUR 1,000 in each of years two and three, for a maximum of EUR 4,500 across three consecutive years.

Is the Inholland Knowledge Grant fully funded?

No. It's a contribution toward tuition, not a full ride. It doesn't cover living costs, flights, or insurance, so you'll need additional funding for those.

Who is eligible for the Inholland Knowledge Grant?

Non-EEA nationals (excluding Suriname and Switzerland) who pay the institutional tuition fee and are enrolling full-time at Inholland for the first time, with the intention to re-enrol.

What is the deadline for the Inholland Knowledge Grant?

The annual deadline is 31 August, submitted through the Student Self Service portal for that academic year.

How do I apply for the Inholland Knowledge Grant?

After you enrol, log in to Student Self Service and complete the Knowledge Grant form under the scholarships section before 31 August.

When is the Inholland Knowledge Grant paid?

It's paid as a reimbursement after the academic year ends and your 60 credits are confirmed, typically around November or December.

Do I need to reapply every year for the Inholland Knowledge Grant?

Yes. The grant is not automatic. You apply again in years two and three and must earn 60 credits each year to receive that year's payment.

What happens to the Inholland Knowledge Grant if I don't earn 60 credits?

You won't receive the payment for that year because the grant is conditional on completing 60 EC credits, excluding exemptions.

Can I combine the Inholland Knowledge Grant with other scholarships?

Yes, you can generally pair it with other funding such as the Holland Scholarship or support from your home country, since it only covers part of your tuition.