Study in Netherlands

Pioneers of English-taught programs in Europe. The Netherlands offers a highly innovative, interactive teaching style and a superb work-life balance in a famously bicycle-friendly society.

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Universities in Netherlands

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The oldest and largest Dutch public technical university, world-renowned for civil engineering, architecture, and aerospace.

Tuition Fee (Per Year)€16,000 - €20,560
Acceptance Rate35%
Min. IELTS Required6.5 Band

Top Programs

BSc in Aerospace Engineering
BachelorEngineering🎓 IELTS 6.5+3 Years€16,000/yr
MSc in Civil Engineering
MasterEngineering🎓 IELTS 6.5+2 Years€20,560/yr

University of Amsterdam (UvA)

🏆 QS World Rank #53
Public

A highly prestigious research university situated in the heart of Amsterdam, particularly strong in media, psychology, and social sciences.

Tuition Fee (Per Year)€9,500 - €18,000
Acceptance Rate30%
Min. IELTS Required6.5 Band

Top Programs

BSc in Business Administration
BachelorBusiness & Finance🎓 IELTS 6.5+3 Years€10,500/yr
MSc in Communication Science
MasterHumanities & Social Sciences🎓 IELTS 6.5+1 Years€17,500/yr

Utrecht University

🏆 QS World Rank #107
Public

One of the oldest universities in the Netherlands, renowned for a broad array of disciplines and a strong focus on interdisciplinary research.

Tuition Fee (Per Year)€11,500 - €18,500
Acceptance Rate40%
Min. IELTS Required6.5 Band

Top Programs

BA in Global Sustainability Science
BachelorHealthcare & Life Sciences🎓 IELTS 6.5+3 Years€11,500/yr

Leiden University

🏆 QS World Rank #126
Public

The oldest university in the Netherlands (founded 1575), offering exceptional programs in humanities, law, and social sciences.

Tuition Fee (Per Year)€12,000 - €19,300
Acceptance Rate38%
Min. IELTS Required6.5 Band

Top Programs

LLM in Advanced Studies in Public International Law
MasterHumanities & Social Sciences🎓 IELTS 6.5+1 Years€19,300/yr

Wageningen University & Research

🏆 QS World Rank #151
Public

Consistently ranked as the world’s top agricultural university, focusing exclusively on life sciences, sustainability, and healthy food.

Tuition Fee (Per Year)€15,700 - €18,700
Acceptance Rate45%
Min. IELTS Required6.5 Band

Top Programs

MSc in Environmental Sciences
MasterHealthcare & Life Sciences🎓 IELTS 6.5+2 Years€18,700/yr

Erasmus University Rotterdam (EUR)

🏆 QS World Rank #176
Public

Home to the Rotterdam School of Management, this university is highly focused on business, economics, and health.

Tuition Fee (Per Year)€7,500 - €21,000
Acceptance Rate25%
Min. IELTS Required6.5 Band

Top Programs

BSc in International Business Administration
BachelorBusiness & Finance🎓 IELTS 6.5+3 Years€11,000/yr

University of Groningen (RUG)

🏆 QS World Rank #139
Public

A historic, highly international university in a vibrant student city in the north of the Netherlands.

Tuition Fee (Per Year)€10,500 - €17,500
Acceptance Rate50%
Min. IELTS Required6.5 Band

Top Programs

BSc in Artificial Intelligence
BachelorComputer Science & IT🎓 IELTS 6.5+3 Years€14,000/yr
Public

Located in the Brainport tech region, focusing strongly on innovation, engineering, and close ties to companies like ASML and Philips.

Tuition Fee (Per Year)€13,500 - €18,500
Acceptance Rate35%
Min. IELTS Required6.5 Band

Top Programs

MSc in Computer Science and Engineering
MasterComputer Science & IT🎓 IELTS 6.5+2 Years€18,500/yr
Public

A prominent research university in Amsterdam offering a very wide range of English-taught programs and strong community vibes.

Tuition Fee (Per Year)€9,500 - €16,500
Acceptance Rate55%
Min. IELTS Required6.5 Band

Top Programs

MSc in Business Analytics
MasterBusiness & Finance🎓 IELTS 6.5+1 Years€16,500/yr

Maastricht University (UM)

🏆 QS World Rank #256
Public

The most international university in the Netherlands, famous for its Problem-Based Learning (PBL) methodology and European focus.

Tuition Fee (Per Year)€9,000 - €32,000
Acceptance Rate40%
Min. IELTS Required6.5 Band

Top Programs

BSc in European Public Health
BachelorHealthcare & Life Sciences🎓 IELTS 6.5+3 Years€12,000/yr

Radboud University

🏆 QS World Rank #222
Public

A comprehensive, student-centered university situated on a green campus in Nijmegen, the oldest city in the Netherlands.

Tuition Fee (Per Year)€9,500 - €16,000
Acceptance Rate60%
Min. IELTS Required6.5 Band

Top Programs

MSc in Cognitive Neuroscience
MasterHealthcare & Life Sciences🎓 IELTS 6.5+2 Years€16,000/yr

University of Twente (UT)

🏆 QS World Rank #210
Public

The only campus university in the Netherlands, highly focused on "High Tech Human Touch" and entrepreneurship.

Tuition Fee (Per Year)€10,500 - €16,500
Acceptance Rate45%
Min. IELTS Required6.5 Band

Top Programs

BSc in Creative Technology
BachelorComputer Science & IT🎓 IELTS 6.5+3 Years€11,500/yr

Tilburg University

🏆 QS World Rank #371
Public

A specialized university with a strong focus on economics, business, law, and social sciences located in the south.

Tuition Fee (Per Year)€9,000 - €15,500
Acceptance Rate50%
Min. IELTS Required6.5 Band

Top Programs

BSc in Data Science
BachelorComputer Science & IT🎓 IELTS 6.5+3 Years€9,500/yr
Public

One of the largest universities of applied sciences in the Netherlands, offering highly practical bachelor programs in IT, engineering, and business.

Tuition Fee (Per Year)€8,300 - €11,000
Acceptance Rate70%
Min. IELTS Required6.5 Band

Top Programs

BSc in Information & Communication Technology
BachelorComputer Science & IT🎓 IELTS 6.5+4 Years€8,500/yr
Public

Specializes heavily in games, media, logistics, and tourism, offering highly respected professional degrees.

Tuition Fee (Per Year)€9,000 - €12,000
Acceptance Rate65%
Min. IELTS Required6.5 Band

Top Programs

BSc in Creative Media and Game Technologies
BachelorDesign & Arts🎓 IELTS 6.5+4 Years€9,500/yr

Scholarships

NL Scholarship (formerly Holland Scholarship)

Amount: €5,000 in the first year

Deadline: Varies by institution (Feb-May)

Financed by the Dutch Ministry of Education. Meant for international students from outside the EEA who want to do their bachelor’s or master’s in the Netherlands.

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Maastricht University NL-High Potential Scholarship

Amount: Full tuition waiver + €12,350 living expenses + visa costs

Deadline: Usually February

A highly prestigious, fully funded scholarship for outstanding master’s students from outside the EU/EEA.

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TU Delft Justus & Louise van Effen Excellence Scholarships

Amount: Full tuition + €30,000 living allowance (over 2 years)

Deadline: Usually December 1st (for next academic year)

Extremely competitive full scholarships for exceptional international applicants to TU Delft Master’s programs.

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Quality of Life & Environment

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Climate & Weather

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Safety & Peace Index

High

Working While Studying

Information on student work rights and average earnings in Netherlands.

Legal Working Hours

20-30 hours/week

Minimum Wage / Earnings

€10 - €15/hour

Post-Graduation & ROI

Explore career opportunities and earning potential after graduation in Netherlands.

Post-Study Work Visa

1 Year (Orientation Year)

Average Starting Salary

€35,000 - €45,000/year

Visa & Immigration Rules

As an international student, you must adhere to the official embassy requirements below.

MVV (Entry Visa) and VVR (Residence Permit)

Official Document

The university will apply for the MVV and VVR on your behalf after you are admitted and have paid tuition and a financial guarantee (approx. €12,000 for living costs).

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