Overview

The Orange Tulip Scholarship Programme gives talented students in several Neso countries the opportunity to study in the Netherlands. It is offered by higher education institutions, multinationals and government institutions. This programme gives the bright students in India a chance to pursue higher studies in the Netherlands. It is proffered by the Netherland universities, colleges, graduate schools, conglomerates, government agencies. Around 50 Orange Scholarships are awarded each year to Indian students. Academic performance and work experience are considered at the time of selection.
The wide variety of courses incorporated in the Orange Tulip Scholarship Scheme completely varies from one institute to another. In this scholarship, even Bachelor/Master/Doctoral courses can be included. There are even colleges that proffer this scholarship for Undergraduate and Masters degree courses.

Who Can Apply?

• Nationality: The OTS is open to students from specific emerging markets where Nuffic Neso offices are located. Eligible countries include, but are not limited to:
  • Brazil, China, India, Indonesia, Mexico, Russia, South Africa, South Korea, Vietnam, Thailand, Colombia, and others.
• Academic requirements: Applicants must have outstanding academic records and meet the specific requirements of the Dutch institution to which they are applying.
• Previous education: Candidates must have been admitted to a Dutch university or be in the process of applying for admission to a full-time bachelor’s or master’s program.
• No residency in the Netherlands: Applicants must not be residing or working in the Netherlands at the time of application.

Application Procedure

• Establish OTS eligibility and entry requirements.
• Choose an appropriate course as well as Netherlands college from the Nuffic NESOs Study Finder portal.
• Apply and get confirmation from the chosen Dutch University
• Complete the Orange Tulip Scholarship application process by downloading the OTS form from Nesco.
• Submit the form in word or PDF format (file size should be below 20 MB)
• Attach copies of required documents.
   

What Financial Support is Available?

• OTS mainly covers a portion of an academic program’s tuition fees. There are no allowances for health insurance, travel, or living expenses.
• Also, applicants do not receive funds to cover their visa costs.

Hear from Alumni

The Orange Tulip Scholarship (OTS) is a prestigious program that offers talented students from various countries the opportunity to study in the Netherlands. While specific alumni stories are limited, several examples highlight the scholarship's impact on recipients' academic and professional journeys.

At Wittenborg University of Applied Sciences, seven international students received OTS scholarships, including Mariana Góes from Brazil, who pursued an International Business Administration (IBA) in Marketing and Communication. Mariana chose Wittenborg for its marketing modules and appreciated the Netherlands' international culture and infrastructure. She graduated and planned to seek employment in the Netherlands or pursue a master's degree.

Another recipient, Jose Miguel Lopes from Brazil, enrolled in the IBA in International Trade and Logistics at Wittenborg. He selected the Netherlands for its affordability and quality education. Jose Miguel valued the practical approach to learning and the opportunity to engage with diverse cultures.