The next deadline is May 1.
SCHOLARSHIPS
Scholarships at Landmerk
For more than ten years, Stichting Landmerk has been dedicated to offering education that focuses on deep reflection on life’s big questions and the formation of character and intellect to young people. Since 2024, the foundation has taken on a second mission: awarding scholarships to outstanding students who wish to pursue Landmerk-style education at institutions other than Landmerk itself. We offer scholarships for exceptional students who want to take additional courses in the liberal arts, particularly courses based on canonical texts addressing the great questions (the “great books“). These may include studies in philosophy, rhetoric, history, law, literature, or any other field in which the fundamental questions of human existence, life, and society are explored. This education may also take place at institutions abroad. Examples of academic institutions that offer courses in liberal arts and Great Books include Ludens Quaerens, The Phoenix Institute, Academia Tocqueville, Villa Steiner Vienna Academy, and Stichting Thomas More.
SELECTION COMMITTEE
Members
The selection committee of Stichting Landmerk, consisting of a group of academics from various Dutch universities, evaluates the scholarship application. Based on the committee’s recommendation, the board makes a decision. This decision is final.
Who is it for?
These scholarships are intended exclusively for individuals whose socio-economic circumstances are such that they reasonably require financial support to cover the tuition fee for the relevant course. In addition, applicants must have demonstrated excellence in the field of study for which these scholarships are intended, or show a strong desire to excel in it. The selection committee can be contacted by email for any questions.
SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
What does my scholarship application look like?
Submit your information
You can apply for a scholarship using a form. To submit a complete application, you must provide the following: a motivation letter, curriculum vitae, transcript of any previously completed academic programs, a sample of written work, a brief explanation of why the scholarship is needed, the name and contact details of the institution offering the intended course, an official outline of the course content (such as a syllabus), and a specification of the tuition fees. The next deadline for scholarship applications is May 1, 2026 The application period opens one month before the deadline. After the deadline has passed, no applications can be submitted. Scholarship applications are only processed and evaluated after the deadline has expired. After submitting your application, check your email for a confirmation of receipt. It may be in your spam folder.
Processing your application
The selection committee of Stichting Landmerk, consisting of a group of academics from various Dutch universities, evaluates the scholarship application. Based on the committee’s recommendation, the board makes a decision. This decision is final.The evaluation process begins only after the deadline has passed and takes at least three weeks. You will receive the decision regarding your scholarship application by email.
Receiving your scholarship
The scholarship will be disbursed to you. This will take place no later than four weeks after your application has been approved.
Completion of the Scholarship Program
After completing the course, you are required to submit a brief report on your experience with the program. The foundation may share this – if necessary in anonymized form – with its donors, so they can see how their contribution has impacted your personal and intellectual development.
Reviews
Testimonials
The Stichting Landmerk scholarship made it possible for me to take an inspiring course on Shakespeare’s Rome during the Summer School at the University of Dallas, taught by one of the most impressive professors I have ever met. During this intensive study of four of Shakespeare’s masterpieces, with ancient Rome as the central theme, I discovered how the rich Roman tradition continues to hold great value in our modern society — and even in my own life. Thanks to the scholarship, I was able to deepen my love for studying the great books and had the opportunity to learn in an incredibly inspiring environment.
Maria Teresa
Kennismaken met het beste dat ooit door mensen is gedacht en geschreven is op zichzelf al een prachtig iets. Maar dat ook nog eens doen in een klein gezelschap van gemotiveerde, goed voorbereide en doorgaans uiterst scherpe medestudenten onder begeleiding van een voortreffelijke docent met liefde voor het vak… Dit onderwijs is uniek in zijn soort, buitengewoon waardevol en altijd weer een enorm genoegen.
Robin
Thanks to the Landmark Scholarship Program, I have been able to participate in courses I would otherwise not have access to. Through the Pascal Institute, I completed Great Books courses on Galileo and on The Iliad and The Odyssey, and this spring I will begin a course on Freud that connects closely with my research on the human mind and emotions. As a stay-at-home mother and entrepreneur, the Landmerk scholarship has made this intellectual formation possible. It has truly been an invaluable opportunity in my academic journey
María
I have been able to become a part of the great human project, which is the discovery and attainment of wisdom at Oxford, no less because of the generous help of the Landmerk scholarship. Landmerk, provided a value beyond the monetary, since it opened the doors to lasting connections, whether friendly or professional, and it greatly enhanced my future possibilites in the field of philosophy of psychology - in other words, the value of the scholarship is innumerable, and I will be reaping its benefits for years to come.
Aymen
The scholarship from Stichting Landmerk made my first year of Philosophy, Politics and Economics (BA) at the University of Oxford possible. Under the attentive guidance of world-leading academics, I study the ways in which people organize society: from the nature and influence of social movements in courses like Practice of Politics, to the philosophical arguments underpinning macroeconomic policy.My degree supports my search for solutions to collective challenges such as climate change, as it teaches me how to engage with information—especially when it overwhelms us, falls short, or becomes so abstract that it seems to slip beyond our grasp. PPE thus proves to be the kind of challenge that stretches your mind, overturns all your ideas and assumptions, and ultimately leaves you with a blank canvas (and a great deal of paint).
Anna
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can apply for a scholarship?
The scholarship is intended for outstanding bachelor’s and master’s students who have a lasting connection with the Netherlands (through nationality, residence, or studies) and/or for students who wish to take a course at a Dutch educational institution. You do not need to be enrolled as a full-time student at a college or university. Because you wish to take a course for which you are applying for a scholarship, we consider you a student.
What are the deadlines for scholarship applications in 2026?
In 2026, there are three rounds in which you can apply for a scholarship. The deadlines are as follows (all at 11:59 PM):
- May 1, 2026
- July 1, 2026
- December 1, 2026
The application period opens one month before each deadline. After the deadline has passed, no applications can be submitted.
Can I apply for a scholarship for a course I am already taking?
Scholarships are awarded for courses that have not yet started, or, in exceptional cases, for courses that have already begun at the time of the award, but for which the (first) payment has ideally not yet been made. Scholarships are not awarded for courses that have already been completed.
What is the scholarship amount?
The amount of the scholarship depends on the financial support needed. This is determined by the selection committee based on the information and motivation you provide, possibly supplemented by a phone interview with you. In principle, scholarships are awarded for 50%, 75%, 90%, or 100% of the tuition fee. Scholarships covering 100% of the tuition fee are granted only in exceptional cases. In special circumstances, the selection committee may deviate from the percentages above.
Is it possible to appeal the decision?
No, the board’s decision is final.
How can I contact the selection committee?
The selection committee can be reached by email only: [email protected].
Can I also submit my application by email?
No, you can only apply for a scholarship through the form on this website.
Is it possible to receive a scholarship for courses offered by Stichting Landmerk itself?
Yes, that is possible. In this case, the applicant does not receive money directly, but rather a (full or partial) waiver of the tuition fee. You do not submit this application through the form on this webpage, but through the regular registration form for the respective course. There, under the section “Type aanmelding,” you should check the box “Aanmelding met beursaanvraag.”
How does Stichting Landmerk ensure that awarded scholarships are actually used for their intended purpose?
The scholarship is granted as a conditional grant. The condition for converting it into a unconditional grant is that the applicant provides proof of payment showing that the tuition fee has been paid to the educational institution. If this condition is not met, Stichting Landmerk may request that the student repay the scholarship and, if this is not done, hold them liable.
The form to apply for a scholarship will not submit. What should I do?
We first recommend opening the webpage in a different browser and then filling out and submitting the form again. Also, please carefully check that a) you have only uploaded PDFs, and b) each PDF does not exceed the maximum file size of 30 MB.
If you still cannot submit a scholarship application, please contact us at [email protected].
I'm still in doubt, can I still refrain from accepting the scholarship if my plans change?
Yes, if the selection committee has assessed your application and you are offered a scholarship on that basis, you will receive an email asking you to accept the scholarship. If your plans change, you can still refrain from accepting the scholarship.
If I have already received a scholarship once from Stichting Landmerk, can I apply for another scholarship?
Yes, that is definitely possible! Stichting Landmerk believes it is important for people to continue studying throughout their lives. Therefore, there is no objection to applying again if you have previously already received a scholarship from Stichting Landmerk.
Which educational institutions offer courses in the field of liberal arts and Great Books?
Examples of educational institutions that offer courses in liberal arts and Great Books include Ludens Quaerens, The Phoenix Institute, Academia Tocqueville, Villa Steiner Vienna Academy, and Stichting Thomas More. In addition, there are many other educational institutions that provide strong liberal arts education. The selection committee assesses whether the education for which a scholarship is requested aligns with the mission of Landmerk.