UNLEASH YOUR POTENTIAL
This country offers a high-quality education system that fosters individual strengths. Combine top-ranked universities with a vibrant international community, and you have a recipe for academic and personal growth.
University of Amsterdam
International students are admitted at a rate of 4% at the University of Amsterdam (UvA). These applicants must meet the basic admission criteria, which include academic excellence as well as English language proficiency.
Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam
Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam (VU) is renowned for both its influence on society and its intellectual brilliance. Located in Amsterdam, VU offers diverse programs across social sciences, humanities, (natural) sciences, and business. The university encourages innovation and critical thinking with the aid of a multidisciplinary strategy.
Breda University of Applied Sciences
Breda University of Applied Sciences (BUas) offers bachelor's and master's programs such as data science, hospitality, logistics, and creative media. Focusing on practical fields, BUas ensures that graduates are job-ready with industry-relevant skills in an international and diverse learning environment with people from over 80 countries.
Delft University of Technology
Delft University of Technology (TU Delft) is the largest and most influential public technical university in the Netherlands. It is ranked among the top as being one of the best universities in the country. The English-taught bachelor's programs include Aerospace Engineering, Applied Earth Sciences, Computer Science and Nanobiology.
Erasmus University Rotterdam
Erasmus University Rotterdam is a top-ranked international research university located in Rotterdam, a vibrant and diverse community. Academic research is combined with outstanding, stimulating, and encouraging learning. A wide range of programs in fields like business, law, social sciences, and medicine is provided.
Maastricht University
Maastricht University (UM) established in 1976 is today renowned for its innovative Problem-Based Learning (PBL). Critical thinking and collaboration complemented with internationalism and interdisciplinarity are part of the knowledge offered in a multitude of programs offered by UM. The university excels in research areas like health, medicine, and life sciences. Its international community as well as the proximity to Belgium and Germany enhance its dynamic academic and cultural environment.
Eindhoven University of Technology
Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e), founded in 1956, is a technical university with a focus on engineering, and applied sciences. TU/e is a leading institution in the Brainport Eindhoven region by fostering innovation and practical research in technical subjects such as electrical engineering, computer science, and industrial design. Also benefiting from ties with the industry, TU/e tackles real-world problems for students and researchers.
University of Groningen
The University of Groningen is a multinational research institution with its origins in Groningen, the City of Talent. For 400 years, excellence has been a top priority, and it has paid off: the University is currently ranked in the top 100 of many prominent charts.
The Hague University of Applied Sciences
The Hague University of Applied Sciences (THU) is a vocational university with a hands-on approach that combines theory and practice. THU has over 20,000 students from more than 135 various countries.
Leiden University
Claiming the title of Netherlands' oldest university, having been founded in 1575, Leiden University through its rich history and reputation for academic brilliance, attracts students from all over the world by offering a wide range of programs in fields ranging from humanities and law to technical minded programs and medicine. Leiden's concentration on research and nurturing future generations of critical thinkers ensures that graduates are well-equipped for global success.
Maastricht University
Maastricht University (UM) is the Netherlands' most international university, with 20,000 students, of which more than half international. The university is distinguished by its modern instructional model, interdisciplinary education and research approach. Its vibrant international community and proximity to Belgium and Germany make it a unique and dynamic place for academic and cultural exchange.
Radboud University
Located in Nijmegen, Radboud University ranks among the world's top universities. The programs, that include humanities and medicine, put a strong emphasis on research and innovation, thus maintaining the reputation of Radboud University. Their commitment to a healthy and free world inspires graduates to make a positive impact on society.
Tilburg University
Tilburg University, notable for its extensive history and its focus on social impact, provides a majority of English taught bachelor's and master's programs. Apart from law and economics, social science programs explore pressing issues, ensuring the critical thinking skills for becoming a future leader.
Twente University
University of Twente (UT), based in Enschede was established in 1961 and holds a reputation for its emphasis on research and, together with a specialization in the fields of nanotechnology, biomedical engineering, and information technology. These have earned it its remarkable ranking in the top of technical universities in the Netherlands. One of UT's main appeals to potential students is its master's and bachelor's degree programs with an emphasis on international study.
Utrecht University
Fostering a lively international community, Utrecht University (UU) prioritizes sustainability, creativity, and a global perspective. Science and society benefit greatly from the work of UU's research institutions, which tackle difficult social issues. Furthermore, a plethora of extracurricular and student clubs add depth to the university experience.
Wageningen University & Research
The areas in which Wageningen University & Research (WUR) is at the forefront of innovation are biological sciences together with sustainability. WUR, numbering more than 12,000 students takes on global challenges and is consistently ranked among the best in the Netherlands and the whole world for agriculture and the environment. Their unique programs prepare graduates for a healthy future through focusing on food security, climate change and sustainability. This approach relies on close collaboration with the industry, cutting-edge technology and facilities and enables impactful research.