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Netherlands

English-taught programs ยท Global businesses

Success
95%
Tuition
โ‚ฌ8-20k
Living
โ‚ฌ11-14k
PR
Highly Skilled Migrant
Work
16h/wk
Why Netherlands

Why the Netherlands is a top English-taught study destination in Europe?

The Netherlands offers 2,100+ English-taught programs across world-renowned universities like Delft, Amsterdam, Erasmus Rotterdam and Leiden โ€” all ranked in the world's top 100.

Dutch universities focus on innovative, problem-based learning that creates highly employable graduates in tech, business, engineering and design.

International students get a 1-year Orientation Year visa after graduation to find employment, leading to the Highly Skilled Migrant pathway and long-term EU residency.

Universities & Colleges

Top Universities & Colleges in Netherlands

The Netherlands has 13 research universities and 36 universities of applied sciences (Hogeschool).

12 of 12 institutions
university

University of Amsterdam

Amsterdam, North Holland
university

Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam

Amsterdam, North Holland
university

Delft University of Technology

Delft, South Holland
university

Leiden University

Leiden, South Holland
university

Erasmus University Rotterdam

Rotterdam, South Holland
university

Utrecht University

Utrecht, Utrecht
university

Eindhoven University of Technology

Eindhoven, North Brabant
university

University of Groningen

Groningen, Groningen
university

Maastricht University

Maastricht, Limburg
university

Tilburg University

Tilburg, North Brabant
college

Hanze University of Applied Sciences

Groningen, Groningen
college

The Hague University of Applied Sciences

The Hague, South Holland
Programs

Programs in Netherlands

Engineering Business & MBA Data Science AI International Law Design & Architecture Logistics Aerospace Sustainability Finance
Tuition Fees

Tuition Fees in Netherlands

Bachelor's (Non-EU)
โ‚ฌ8,000 โ€“ 15,000 / year
Master's (Non-EU)
โ‚ฌ11,000 โ€“ 20,000 / year
MBA Programs
โ‚ฌ20,000 โ€“ 60,000 / year
Cost of Living

Living Cost in Netherlands

Accommodation
โ‚ฌ500 โ€“ 1,000 / month
Food & Groceries
โ‚ฌ200 โ€“ 350 / month
Transportation
โ‚ฌ60 โ€“ 120 / month
Utilities & Internet
โ‚ฌ100 โ€“ 200 / month
Miscellaneous
โ‚ฌ100 โ€“ 200 / month
Scholarships

Scholarships in Netherlands

Holland Scholarship
Orange Tulip Scholarship
Erasmus+ Grants
University Merit Awards
Government MENA Scholarships
Student Visa

Student Visa Process for Netherlands

Non-EU students need an MVV entry visa and a residence permit, both arranged by the university.

1
University Admission
2
Pay Tuition
3
Submit Documents to University
4
University Files MVV
5
MVV Decision (IND)
6
Travel to Netherlands
7
Collect Residence Permit
8
Register at Municipality

Required Documents

Valid Passport
Admission Letter
Tuition Fee Receipt
Financial Proof (โ‚ฌ16,236/year)
Academic Documents
English Test Scores
Health Insurance
Photographs
Work Opportunities

Work Opportunities in Netherlands

Benefits for International Students

16 hours/week year-round OR full-time in summer
Paid internships
1-Year Orientation Year Visa
Highly Skilled Migrant pathway

Orientation Year (Zoekjaar)

Master's / PhD
1 Year (within 3 yrs of graduation)

Allows graduates to work without a separate work permit while finding qualified employment.

In-Demand Industries

Tech & SoftwareFinance & BankingLogistics & ShippingEngineeringPharmaceuticalsAgriculture & Food Tech
PR Pathways

PR Opportunities in Netherlands

Orientation Year โ†’ Highly Skilled Migrant
EU Blue Card
Permanent Residence (5 yrs)
EU Long-Term Resident
Our Services

Our Netherlands Study Abroad Services

Free Profile Assessment
University & College Selection
Admission Application Support
SOP & Visa Guidance
Scholarship Assistance
Financial Documentation Guidance
Visa Filing Support
PR / Stay-Back Pathway Guidance
Pre-Departure Assistance

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