Scholarships & grants
The NL Scholarship is financed by the Dutch Ministry of Education, Culture and Science and Dutch Research Universities and Universities of Applied Sciences. The scholarship is meant for international students from outside the European Economic Area (EEA) who want to do their Bachelor's or Master's in The Netherlands. EEA consists of the EU countries and Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway. Nationals of Switzerland and Suriname are also excluded from this scholarship programme.
Scholarship amount
The scholarship amounts to a one-time payment of €5,000, which you will receive during the first year of your studies. Hotelschool The Hague has 5 NL Scholarships available for our Bachelor programme students applying during the Academic Year 2024-2025.
Application criteria
In order to be considered for the NL Scholarship you need to have applied for and have been accepted in the bachelor degree programme of Hotelschool The Hague, University of Applied Sciences. You will receive an individual invitation to apply to the NL Scholarship via the Admissions Office.
The applicant must:
- Have a non-EEA nationality, and be required to pay the institutional fee
- Have never previously studied at an higher educational institution in the Netherlands
- Meet the admission requirements of the Bachelor programme at Hotelschool The Hague, and have been accepted to the abovementioned programme upon successful participation in their selection procedure before 1 May 2024.
Selection criteria
Hotelschool The Hague embraces further diversity and internationalisation of our community. An international community is an enrichment to our education, research and our contribution to the international hospitality and society. Furthermore, we aim to prepare our students for a global and diverse society and workplace. Only the most talented students according to Hotelschool The Hague are eligible for selection. The selection of the candidates is based on ranking.
For the NL Scholarship Programme application 3 documents are required:
- Proof of excellence/ GPA
Excellence in previous education is proven, if the grade point average achieved is at least the equivalent of the Dutch grade of 8.0 on the Dutch grading scale 1 – 10. A committee of Hotelschool The Hague will decide on the local grade equivalents for the Dutch grade of 8.0 using the grade information included in the NUFFIC country modules. - Reference letter
Should you have obtained working experience in the hospitality industry, or a related field, please submit a reference letter stating the function you have hold, and the period during which you have hold this particular position. - Financial Statement
We kindly ask you to submit a Financial Statement, by means of which you show us how you are planning on financing the first year of your studies at the Hotelschool The Hague. A standard format is available, and will be send along with the invitation to apply to the NL Scholarship.
Assessment procedure
The applicants will be assessed initially by the selection committee of Hotelschool The Hague. The applicants will be ranked based on the proof of excellence, and the quality of their reference letter.
This scholarship is dedicated to the founder of the Fast-track programme Arnoud van Delft. The Arnoud van Delft scholarship rewards the best Fast-track talent with an upfront credit for the costs for the preparation course of € 3.259.
Application criteria
To be eligible for the Arnoud Van Delft Scholarship, the following criteria must be met:
- Have never previously studied at a higher educational institution in The Netherlands
- Have been accepted to the Fast-track programme upon successful participation in the selection procedure before 1 April 2025 with an overall score higher than 90%.
- Meet the admission requirements of the Bachelor programme at Hotelschool The Hague, and have been accepted to the abovementioned programme upon successful participation in their selection procedure before 1 April 2025.
- Hand in a separate application with the necessary documents for the AvD Scholarship before 31 May 2025 to Mr. Petr Jiskra (p.jiskra@hotelschool.nl).
Failure to meet one or more of these criteria automatically means the applicant is not eligible for this scholarship.
Number of Scholarship
One AvD Scholarship per academic year will be awarded to the best Fast-track talent, which was elected by the AvD Scholarship Selection Committee.
Amount of the Scholarship
The AvD Scholarship (one-time € 3.259 as a credit at Hotelschool The Hague for your further tuition fee) is only granted to the elected student after successfully completing/ passing the summer course in the same year and being admitted as student to the Bachelor programme.
As the grant is not automatically a full scholarship, it may be necessary to find additional funding to be able to finance your studies and stay completely.
Application Process
The applicant needs to hand four additional documents to Mr. Petr Jiskra, before 31 May 2025 (23:59 CET) via email Mr. Petr Jiskra (p.jiskra@hotelschool.nl)
Please send all documents in one PDF file.
Motivation letter
A motivation letter (max. 1x A4) with arguments for the application for the AvD Scholarship and description of the intercultural and communication skills of the candidate in detail.
Proof of academic excellence/ GPA:
Excellence in previous education is proven if the grade point average achieved is at least the equivalent of the Dutch grade of 8.0 on the Dutch grading scale 1 – 10.
The AvD Scholarship Selection Committee of Hotelschool The Hague will decide on the local grade equivalents for the Dutch grade of 8.0 using the grade information included in the NUFFIC country modules.
Proof of that should be handed in from secondary school and the latest pre-education.
Next to that, an official document issued by the previous education that proves the applicant is among the top of the graduating class (such as a statement signed and stamped by the previous education or a reference letter or a class ranking certificate, etc.). This applies to the latest pre-education.
Reference letter from previous employer:
An official recommendation letter from a former employer needs to be added to the application, in which the applicants’ exceptional performance/experience needs to be proven.
Financial Statement
We kindly ask the applicant to submit a Financial Statement, by means of which he/she shows how he/she is planning on financing the first year of your studies at the Hotelschool The Hague (full tuition fee of € 4.358 or € 17.181 for non EEA applicants) after summer course). A standard format is available and will be sent along with the invitation to apply to the AvD Scholarship.
Selection Criteria & Process
Eligible candidates are selected for the AvD Scholarship on the basis of the following criteria:
- Academic excellence and promise in the proposed field of study;
- The academic quality and results of preceding qualifications, as evidenced by proof of belonging to the top of the class, grades, test scores, a writing sample, letters of recommendation;
- The quality and relevance of the motivation letter for the Scholarship (academic content, intercultural and communication skills, personal motivation);
- Financial background of the candidate.
An additional interview with members of the Fast-track Scholarship Selection Committee could be part of the selection procedure.
Erasmus+ programme
Erasmus+ is a programme funded by the European Commission aimed at providing people, especially students, the opportunity to develop their skills abroad. Hotelschool The Hague has been a proud holder of the Erasmus Charter for Higher Education (ECHE) of Erasmus+ for many years. Our students can apply for the Erasmus+ grant for their second and fourth-year internship or exchange programme.
The programme provides not only a grant contributing to their travel and living costs but also the unique possibility of enhancing their professional and personal skills. This experience equips our students with highly valued skills for the labour market, such as communication, language and intercultural skills. Students are encouraged to enhance their language skills through courses offered through the Online Language Support (OLS) and access to the Interrail pass to promote sustainable travel.
Participating countries
Member States of the European Union (EU) and the third countries associated to the programme may fully participate in the entire Erasmus+ programme. Non-EU countries not associated to the programme could be eligible to participate in certain activities of the programme if justified and beneficial to the EU.
Hotelschool The Hague has committed to legal entities within the EU Member States and third countries associated to the programme. At this time, non-EU countries not associated with the programme are excluded.
EU Member States:
Belgium, Bulgaria, Czechia, Denmark, Germany, Estonia, Ireland, Greece, Spain, France, Croatia, Italy, Cyprus, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Hungary, Malta, Netherlands, Austria, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovenia, Slovakia, Finland, Sweden
Third countries associated to the programme:
North Macedonia, Serbia, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway, Turkey
Note: Switzerland and the United Kingdom are third countries not associated to the programme and so excluded. Additionally, the Netherlands and its overseas territories are not eligible for outgoing mobility.
For more information, visit the Erasmus+ Programme Guide – Eligible Countries page: Erasmus+ Official Website
Grant Amount
The Erasmus+ grant depends on the mobility type, location, duration and conditions set by the Erasmus+ Coordinator.
In addition, all students could be eligible to receive a one-time top-up if they show evidence of green travel. Students with fewer opportunities can apply for an additional inclusion support top-up through the student counsellor by showing evidence in the shape of official statements.
A simulation of a potential grant can be made using the Erasmus Generation Portal at https://erasmusgeneration.org/grant-simulator and the distance can be calculated by making use of the distance calculator at ps://erasmus-plus.ec.europa.eu/resources-and-tools/distance-calculator.
Criteria
Students need to meet the following criteria to be eligible for the Erasmus+ grant:
- The student is a registered full-time student of Hotelschool The Hague;
- The minimum duration of the mobility is at least 2 months (60 days);
- The mobility occurs in a Member State of the EU or third country associated to the programme. It does not occur in The Netherlands, or a country resided in prior to the mobility. The student will also reside in the country of the legal institution during the mobility period;
- The mobility takes place at a legal entity that is approved by the Erasmus+ Coordinator.
- The total mobility duration does not exceed the maximum of 12 months (360 days) during the bachelor or master cycle. This refers to the total months of all outgoing mobilities within the bachelor or master cycle;
- The mobility is full-time (according to the local labour law of the receiving country);
- The student complies with all the criteria set by the Placement Office or Exchange Programme and the Erasmus+ Coordinator.
- The student acknowledges adhering to the successful completion of all the required tasks and deadlines set within the Erasmus+ procedure at Hotelschool The Hague;
The criteria mentioned above need to be consistently met throughout the mobility period. Students can contact the Placement Office or Erasmus+ Coordinator for specific information on their situation.
Application procedure
The Erasmus+ programme is highlighted in class and through multiple other internal communication channels within Hotelschool The Hague. Eligible students are encouraged to apply and referred to Intranet (only accessible for students and staff), where they can find a detailed overview of the entire Erasmus+ procedure and a link to the application form.
For more information on the Exchange Programme for both incoming and outgoing students on i.e. the (ECTS) Course Catalogue, recognition, grading and student support (insurance, accommodation, VISA), reach out to exchange@hotelschool.nl.
More information
For more information or support, please contact erasmus@hotelschool.nl.
Funded by the European Union. Views and opinions expressed are, however, those of the author(s) only and do not necessarily reflect those of the European Union or National Agency (Nuffic). Neither the European Union nor the granting authority can be held responsible for them.
Additional resources
In recognition of Johan Groothuizen's outstanding contributions to the maritime hospitality industry, the boards of Holland America Line (HAL) and DE LIJN have come together to establish a scholarship in his honour.
The Johan Groothuizen Foundation is a tribute to the illustrious career and unwavering dedication of Johan Groothuizen - an alumnus of Hotelschool The Hague 1969 - the Vice President of Marine Hotel Operations, who served Holland America Line for an incredible 45 years. Johan Groothuizen was the driving force behind the award-winning on-board services, spanning food operations, hotel management, and entertainment services.
Scholarship amount
The Johan Groothuizen Scholarship offers a one-time payment of $1,000 USD, which will be awarded to the deserving recipient during the official award ceremony.
Application and Selection criteria
Every student achieving outstanding academic results in the first year has the chance to receive the scholarship. There is no application procedure for the Johan Groothuizen Scholarship as this prestigious scholarship will automatically be granted to one exceptional student concluding year 1 of their academic journey with the highest propaedeutic results. It serves as a testament to Johan Groothuizen's commitment to excellence and his lasting impact on the world of maritime hospitality.
The scholarship has been granted for the first time in 2022 and will be awarded annually. Read here about the recipients Louisa Diefenbach (21/22) and Klara Krueger (22/23).
The Johan Groothuizen Foundation is proud to continue his legacy by supporting and empowering future leaders in this industry. Join us in celebrating the life and contributions of Johan Groothuizen, a true maritime visionary, through this scholarship opportunity.