Cultuurfonds Grant
€1,500–€20,000 for excellent master graduates going abroad for further study or research, who plan to return to the Netherlands.
Am I eligible?At a glance
Study level
Master’s
Destination
Netherlands
Funding
€1,500 to €20,000.
Eligible applicants
Dutch nationals and long-term residents
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Overview
Cultuurfonds Grant is offered by Erasmus University Rotterdam for Master’s study in Netherlands. Details were checked against the provider’s official page on October 11, 2026.
Application checklist
What you’ll need
The confirmed essentials for this application. Always check the official source before applying.
- Academic requirementFinal grade-list average of at least 8 (or equivalent)
- Official application form or online applicationRequired
What this scholarship covers
€1,500–€20,000 grant
Included
€1,500 to €20,000. Award components, amounts, and exclusions can change by intake, programme, nationality, or host institution, so confirm them on the official provider page.
Are you eligible?
Eligibility review
Checked against the official criteria on October 11, 2026
International students
Conditional
Domestic students
Conditional
Scholarship scope
University-specific
Last eligibility check
October 11, 2026
Who can apply
- Citizenship
- Applicant group: Domestic/international; scheme-specific.
- International eligibility
- Open to international applicants.
Study restrictions and coverage
- Universities
- Erasmus University Rotterdam
- Countries
- Netherlands
Official eligibility summary
€1,500–€20,000 for excellent master graduates going abroad for further study or research, who plan to return to the Netherlands.
Applicant profile
- Dutch nationals and long-term residents
Study route
- Master’s study in Netherlands
Current-cycle criteria
- €1,500–€20,000 for excellent master graduates going abroad for further study or research, who plan to return to the Netherlands.
What to confirm for this cycle
Scholarship details can change from one application cycle to the next. Check these points on the official page before you apply.
- Current eligibility rules
- Current funding and benefits
- Current deadline and application route
Required documents
- Academic and identity documents requested in the current call
- Admission, language, or recommendation evidence where required
How to apply
- 1
Apply in the last semester of your master programme through the Cultuurfonds online form (in Dutch).
Application timeline
Application cycle
The 2026 application window ran from February 1 to April 1, 2026.
The listed deadline is April 1, 2026. Confirm it on the provider’s official page.
Always confirm the latest deadline on the official provider website.
Official source
Erasmus University Rotterdam
Official scholarship source
Last checked October 11, 2026
Your next steps
- 01Read the official programme guidance.
- 02Confirm eligibility, funding, and the deadline.
- 03Check the current application cycle.
- 04Apply through the official provider.
Frequently asked questions
When is the next deadline?
The listed deadline is April 1, 2026. Confirm that it remains current on the official provider page.
Why do some details vary?
Scholarship conditions can differ by intake, study programme, nationality, and host institution. The official provider page is the source of the current rules.