🇳🇱 Studying in Netherlands

English or Dutch: about a third of research-university bachelor's programmes are English-taught and ~15% bilingual; medicine, law and most applied (HBO) programmes are taught in Dutch

💶 Tuition

≈ €10–18k a year for non-EU students (HBO ≈ €9–11k, research universities ≈ €12–18k), medicine ≈ €32–35k; EU students pay €2,694 (2026/27)

In the national language: €10.2k–18.6k/yr
In English: €10.3k–19.9k/yr

Living costs: €13.6k/yr — IND: €1,130.77 a month for a higher-education student permit (HBO/WO), 2026

🗣️ Language of teaching

Dutch; a fair share of English-taught programmes.

Language requirements: English-taught: IELTS 6.0–6.5 (UT, Leiden 6.0; Delft, UvA 6.5; university colleges 7.0); Dutch-taught: NT2-II (B2), Delft also IELTS 5.5

📝 How to apply

Nuffic rates the attestat at least HAVO level: access to HBO. Universities (WO) want it plus a year of university (VU) or a 4.5+ average (Maastricht). IELTS 6–6.5. Apply via Studielink by 1 May (numerus fixus: 15 Jan).

🎓 Preparatory year

HBO instead of WO: a Russian certificate equals HAVO, giving direct HBO entry; after the HBO first year (propedeuse) you can move to a research university — ≈ 12 months, €10.2k–13.3k
Intensive Dutch to B2 and the NT2-II exam in a year (e.g. VU-NT2: €1,750 per module, 5 modules) — ≈ 12 months, €4.4k–8.8k

🏅 Scholarships

NL Scholarship — €5,000 for the first year of a bachelor's or master's for non-EEA nationals at participating institutions

🏛️ Universities by subject

Computer Science & IT

Delft University of Technology Delft · €19.9k/yr
VWO level: Russian certificate assessed individually (usually + 1 university year); IELTS 6.5 (Dutch-taught 5.5); NF: Architecture, Clinical Technology
University of Amsterdam Amsterdam · €17.5k/yr
Certificate + usually 1 university year (Diploma finder); IELTS 6.5 (PPLE 7.0); medicine is Dutch-taught, numerus fixus, €34,700
Eindhoven University of Technology Eindhoven · €18.6k/yr
VWO level with maths and physics; Russian certificate assessed individually (usually + 1 university year); IELTS ≈ 6.5; all bachelors in English

Careers: 🤖 Machine Learning Engineer, 🧠 AI Engineer (LLM & Agents), 🛡️ Cybersecurity Engineer, 🏭 OT / Industrial Control Systems Security Specialist

Mathematics & Statistics

Utrecht University Utrecht · €13.4k–17.1k/yr
Certificate + usually 1 university year; IELTS ≈ 6.5; veterinary medicine (225 places) and medicine are numerus fixus, apply by 15 January
Leiden University Leiden · €14.3k/yr
Certificate + usually 1 university year; IELTS 6.0–7.0 by programme (International Studies 6.0, LUC 7.0); medicine is numerus fixus
University of Amsterdam Amsterdam · €17.5k/yr
Certificate + usually 1 university year (Diploma finder); IELTS 6.5 (PPLE 7.0); medicine is Dutch-taught, numerus fixus, €34,700

Careers: 🤖 Machine Learning Engineer, 🤖 Health data scientist / medical AI engineer, 🕵️ Fraud Analyst, 👁️ Computer Vision Engineer

Physics & Astronomy

Leiden University Leiden · €14.3k/yr
Certificate + usually 1 university year; IELTS 6.0–7.0 by programme (International Studies 6.0, LUC 7.0); medicine is numerus fixus
University of Amsterdam Amsterdam · €17.5k/yr
Certificate + usually 1 university year (Diploma finder); IELTS 6.5 (PPLE 7.0); medicine is Dutch-taught, numerus fixus, €34,700
Utrecht University Utrecht · €13.4k–17.1k/yr
Certificate + usually 1 university year; IELTS ≈ 6.5; veterinary medicine (225 places) and medicine are numerus fixus, apply by 15 January

Careers: ☢️ Nuclear Engineer, 🔬 Microelectronics Engineer (Chip Design & Fabrication), ☢️ Medical physicist, ☢️ Nuclear Reactor Operator

Chemistry

Utrecht University Utrecht · €13.4k–17.1k/yr
Certificate + usually 1 university year; IELTS ≈ 6.5; veterinary medicine (225 places) and medicine are numerus fixus, apply by 15 January
Radboud University Nijmegen · €13.8k–17.8k/yr
Certificate + usually 1 university year; IELTS ≈ 6.5; medicine and dentistry are numerus fixus; apply by 1 April if you need a visa
University of Groningen Groningen
VWO level by file review; IELTS 6.5 (by programme); €100 fee; numerus fixus by 15 January, others by 1 May, non-EU conditions by 1 July

Careers: ⚗️ Drug discovery scientist (pharmacologist), ⚗️ Research Chemist, 🧪 Biochemist, 🏭 Food Technologist

Biological Sciences

Wageningen University & Research Wageningen · €18.3k/yr
Certificate + usually 1 university year; maths and biology/chemistry; IELTS ≈ 6.0–6.5
Utrecht University Utrecht · €13.4k–17.1k/yr
Certificate + usually 1 university year; IELTS ≈ 6.5; veterinary medicine (225 places) and medicine are numerus fixus, apply by 15 January
University of Groningen Groningen
VWO level by file review; IELTS 6.5 (by programme); €100 fee; numerus fixus by 15 January, others by 1 May, non-EU conditions by 1 July

Careers: 🧬 Geneticist, ✂️ Genome Editing Scientist, 🧠 Neuroscientist, 🌱 Plant Breeder

Earth & Marine Sciences

Utrecht University Utrecht · €13.4k–17.1k/yr
Certificate + usually 1 university year; IELTS ≈ 6.5; veterinary medicine (225 places) and medicine are numerus fixus, apply by 15 January
Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam Amsterdam
Russian certificate + at least 1 year of credits at a recognised university; IELTS ≈ 6.5; non-EU deadline 1 April
Delft University of Technology Delft · €19.9k/yr
VWO level: Russian certificate assessed individually (usually + 1 university year); IELTS 6.5 (Dutch-taught 5.5); NF: Architecture, Clinical Technology

Careers: ⛏️ Exploration Geologist, 🐧 Polar Researcher, 💧 Hydrogeologist, ⛰️ Geotechnical Engineer

Environmental Sciences

Wageningen University & Research Wageningen · €18.3k/yr
Certificate + usually 1 university year; maths and biology/chemistry; IELTS ≈ 6.0–6.5
Utrecht University Utrecht · €13.4k–17.1k/yr
Certificate + usually 1 university year; IELTS ≈ 6.5; veterinary medicine (225 places) and medicine are numerus fixus, apply by 15 January
Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam Amsterdam
Russian certificate + at least 1 year of credits at a recognised university; IELTS ≈ 6.5; non-EU deadline 1 April

Careers: ♻️ Waste & Circular Economy Specialist, 🚰 Water and Wastewater Treatment Engineer, 💧 Hydrogeologist, 🚰 Water and Wastewater Engineer

Agriculture & Forestry

Wageningen University & Research Wageningen · €18.3k/yr
Certificate + usually 1 university year; maths and biology/chemistry; IELTS ≈ 6.0–6.5
HAS green academy 's-Hertogenbosch · €10.7k/yr
HBO: Russian certificate equals HAVO, direct entry; English-taught programmes need IELTS ≈ 6.0 *
Aeres University of Applied Sciences Dronten
HBO: Russian certificate equals HAVO, direct entry; mostly Dutch-taught (NT2-II) *

Careers: 🚁 Agricultural Drone Operator / Precision Ag Technician, 🌱 Plant Breeder, 🛰️ Precision Agriculture Specialist, 💉 Veterinary Nurse / Vet Tech

Veterinary Science

Utrecht University Utrecht · €13.4k–17.1k/yr
Certificate + usually 1 university year; IELTS ≈ 6.5; veterinary medicine (225 places) and medicine are numerus fixus, apply by 15 January

Careers: 🐾 Veterinarian / Veterinary Surgeon, 💉 Veterinary Nurse / Vet Tech, 🐄 Livestock Specialist / Animal Scientist, 🐟 Fish Health Veterinarian

Medicine

University of Amsterdam Amsterdam · €17.5k/yr
Certificate + usually 1 university year (Diploma finder); IELTS 6.5 (PPLE 7.0); medicine is Dutch-taught, numerus fixus, €34,700
Erasmus University Rotterdam Rotterdam · €13.5k–32.2k/yr
Certificate + usually 1 university year; IELTS ≈ 6.5; medicine is Dutch-taught, numerus fixus (400 places), €32,200
Leiden University Leiden · €14.3k/yr
Certificate + usually 1 university year; IELTS 6.0–7.0 by programme (International Studies 6.0, LUC 7.0); medicine is numerus fixus

Careers: ❤️ Cardiothoracic Surgeon, 🧊 Transplant Surgeon, 🎯 Interventional Radiologist / Interventional Cardiologist, 👵 Geriatrician

Nursing & Midwifery

Hanze University of Applied Sciences Groningen
HBO: Russian certificate equals HAVO, direct entry; nursing is Dutch-taught (NT2-II) *
Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences Amsterdam
HBO: Russian certificate equals HAVO, direct entry; most programmes (incl. Aviation) are Dutch-taught, NT2-II *
Rotterdam University of Applied Sciences Rotterdam
HBO: Russian certificate equals HAVO, direct entry; Maritime Officer and nursing are Dutch-taught (NT2-II) *

Careers: 💊 Nurse, 🌷 Palliative Care Worker (Hospice), 🧤 Scrub Nurse (Theatre Nurse), 💉 Anaesthetic Nurse / Nurse Anesthetist

Dentistry

Academic Centre for Dentistry Amsterdam (ACTA) Amsterdam
Dentistry (UvA/VU): numerus fixus with selection, Dutch-taught (NT2-II); certificate + 1 university year *
Radboud University Nijmegen · €13.8k–17.8k/yr
Certificate + usually 1 university year; IELTS ≈ 6.5; medicine and dentistry are numerus fixus; apply by 1 April if you need a visa
University of Groningen Groningen
VWO level by file review; IELTS 6.5 (by programme); €100 fee; numerus fixus by 15 January, others by 1 May, non-EU conditions by 1 July

Careers: 🦷 Dentist, 🗿 Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon, 🦷 Dental Hygienist, 😁 Orthodontist

Pharmacy

Utrecht University Utrecht · €13.4k–17.1k/yr
Certificate + usually 1 university year; IELTS ≈ 6.5; veterinary medicine (225 places) and medicine are numerus fixus, apply by 15 January
University of Groningen Groningen
VWO level by file review; IELTS 6.5 (by programme); €100 fee; numerus fixus by 15 January, others by 1 May, non-EU conditions by 1 July
Leiden University Leiden · €14.3k/yr
Certificate + usually 1 university year; IELTS 6.0–7.0 by programme (International Studies 6.0, LUC 7.0); medicine is numerus fixus

Careers: ⚗️ Drug discovery scientist (pharmacologist), 🦠 Microbiologist / Virologist, 📋 Clinical research associate, ⚕️ Pharmacist

Allied Health

Hanze University of Applied Sciences Groningen
HBO: Russian certificate equals HAVO, direct entry; nursing is Dutch-taught (NT2-II) *
Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences Amsterdam
HBO: Russian certificate equals HAVO, direct entry; most programmes (incl. Aviation) are Dutch-taught, NT2-II *
HAN University of Applied Sciences Nijmegen
HBO: Russian certificate equals HAVO, direct entry; health programmes mostly Dutch-taught (NT2-II) *

Careers: 🦿 Physiotherapist / physical therapist, 🖐️ Occupational therapist, 🦾 Prosthetist and orthotist, 🤲 Osteopath

Psychology

University of Amsterdam Amsterdam · €17.5k/yr
Certificate + usually 1 university year (Diploma finder); IELTS 6.5 (PPLE 7.0); medicine is Dutch-taught, numerus fixus, €34,700
Leiden University Leiden · €14.3k/yr
Certificate + usually 1 university year; IELTS 6.0–7.0 by programme (International Studies 6.0, LUC 7.0); medicine is numerus fixus
University of Groningen Groningen
VWO level by file review; IELTS 6.5 (by programme); €100 fee; numerus fixus by 15 January, others by 1 May, non-EU conditions by 1 July

Careers: 🧩 Psychiatrist, 🛋️ Psychotherapist, 🧠 Neuroscientist, 🧠 Clinical psychologist

Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering

Delft University of Technology Delft · €19.9k/yr
VWO level: Russian certificate assessed individually (usually + 1 university year); IELTS 6.5 (Dutch-taught 5.5); NF: Architecture, Clinical Technology
Eindhoven University of Technology Eindhoven · €18.6k/yr
VWO level with maths and physics; Russian certificate assessed individually (usually + 1 university year); IELTS ≈ 6.5; all bachelors in English
University of Twente Enschede · €12.3k–16.4k/yr
VWO level by file review (usually + 1 university year); IELTS 6.0 (sections ≥ 5.5); Twente Pathway College foundation — last intake Sept 2026

Careers: 🛸 Drone (UAV) Engineer, ☢️ Nuclear Engineer, 🎛️ Controls & Automation Engineer, 🤖 Robotics Engineer

Electrical & Electronic Engineering

Delft University of Technology Delft · €19.9k/yr
VWO level: Russian certificate assessed individually (usually + 1 university year); IELTS 6.5 (Dutch-taught 5.5); NF: Architecture, Clinical Technology
Eindhoven University of Technology Eindhoven · €18.6k/yr
VWO level with maths and physics; Russian certificate assessed individually (usually + 1 university year); IELTS ≈ 6.5; all bachelors in English
University of Twente Enschede · €12.3k–16.4k/yr
VWO level by file review (usually + 1 university year); IELTS 6.0 (sections ≥ 5.5); Twente Pathway College foundation — last intake Sept 2026

Careers: 🛸 Drone (UAV) Engineer, 🔌 Circuit Design Engineer, 🎛️ Controls & Automation Engineer, 🤖 Robotics Engineer

Civil Engineering

Delft University of Technology Delft · €19.9k/yr
VWO level: Russian certificate assessed individually (usually + 1 university year); IELTS 6.5 (Dutch-taught 5.5); NF: Architecture, Clinical Technology
University of Twente Enschede · €12.3k–16.4k/yr
VWO level by file review (usually + 1 university year); IELTS 6.0 (sections ≥ 5.5); Twente Pathway College foundation — last intake Sept 2026
Eindhoven University of Technology Eindhoven · €18.6k/yr
VWO level with maths and physics; Russian certificate assessed individually (usually + 1 university year); IELTS ≈ 6.5; all bachelors in English

Careers: 👷 Site Manager / Construction Foreman, 🌉 Bridge Engineer, 🎖️ Military Engineer (Combat Engineer Officer), 🛣️ Highway Engineer

Chemical Engineering

University of Groningen Groningen
VWO level by file review; IELTS 6.5 (by programme); €100 fee; numerus fixus by 15 January, others by 1 May, non-EU conditions by 1 July
Eindhoven University of Technology Eindhoven · €18.6k/yr
VWO level with maths and physics; Russian certificate assessed individually (usually + 1 university year); IELTS ≈ 6.5; all bachelors in English
University of Twente Enschede · €12.3k–16.4k/yr
VWO level by file review (usually + 1 university year); IELTS 6.0 (sections ≥ 5.5); Twente Pathway College foundation — last intake Sept 2026

Careers: 🔋 Energy Storage Engineer (Batteries & Hydrogen), ✂️ Genome Editing Scientist, 🧫 Biotechnologist / Bioprocess Scientist, 🧫 Synthetic Biologist

Materials Science

Delft University of Technology Delft · €19.9k/yr
VWO level: Russian certificate assessed individually (usually + 1 university year); IELTS 6.5 (Dutch-taught 5.5); NF: Architecture, Clinical Technology
Eindhoven University of Technology Eindhoven · €18.6k/yr
VWO level with maths and physics; Russian certificate assessed individually (usually + 1 university year); IELTS ≈ 6.5; all bachelors in English
University of Groningen Groningen
VWO level by file review; IELTS 6.5 (by programme); €100 fee; numerus fixus by 15 January, others by 1 May, non-EU conditions by 1 July

Careers: 🧱 Materials Engineer, 🧪 Polymer Process Engineer, 🏭 Welding Engineer, 🔬 Nanotechnology Researcher

Mining & Petroleum Engineering

Delft University of Technology Delft · €19.9k/yr
VWO level: Russian certificate assessed individually (usually + 1 university year); IELTS 6.5 (Dutch-taught 5.5); NF: Architecture, Clinical Technology

Careers: ⛏️ Exploration Geologist, ⛑️ Mine Rescue Specialist, 🛢️ Petroleum Engineer, ⛰️ Mining Engineer

Architecture

Delft University of Technology Delft · €19.9k/yr
VWO level: Russian certificate assessed individually (usually + 1 university year); IELTS 6.5 (Dutch-taught 5.5); NF: Architecture, Clinical Technology
Eindhoven University of Technology Eindhoven · €18.6k/yr
VWO level with maths and physics; Russian certificate assessed individually (usually + 1 university year); IELTS ≈ 6.5; all bachelors in English

Careers: 👷 Site Manager / Construction Foreman, 💡 Architectural Lighting Designer, 🔥 Heating and Energy Systems Engineer, 🔍 Clerk of Works / Construction Inspector

Art & Design

Gerrit Rietveld Academie Amsterdam
Art school: portfolio and entrance exam matter more than the certificate; taught in English *
Design Academy Eindhoven Eindhoven
Portfolio and selection assignments; taught in English, IELTS ≈ 6.0 *
Royal Academy of Art The Hague The Hague
Portfolio and entrance exam; some programmes in English *

Careers: 🪑 Industrial / Product Designer, 🖼️ Art Conservator / Restorer, 🪑 Furniture Restorer / Conservator, 🖍️ Art Teacher

Music

Conservatorium van Amsterdam Amsterdam
The audition (entrance exam) is decisive; taught in English *
Royal Conservatoire The Hague The Hague
The audition (entrance exam) is decisive; taught in English *
Codarts Rotterdam Rotterdam
Audition (music, dance, circus); taught in English *

Careers: 🎼 Music Teacher, 🎹 Instrumental Music Teacher, 🎙️ Musical Theatre Performer, 🪕 Folk Ensemble Director

Drama & Dance

Amsterdam University of the Arts Amsterdam
Auditions and artistic selection; some programmes Dutch-taught *
Codarts Rotterdam Rotterdam
Audition (music, dance, circus); taught in English *
ArtEZ University of the Arts Arnhem
Artistic selection or audition; some programmes in English *

Careers: 💃 Choreographer, 🎭 Hair, Makeup & Prosthetics Artist, 🗿 Prop Maker, 🎙️ Musical Theatre Performer

Film & Animation

Netherlands Film Academy Amsterdam
Dutch-taught bachelor (NT2-II), multi-stage artistic selection *
HKU University of the Arts Utrecht Utrecht
Artistic selection; the Film bachelor is mostly Dutch-taught *

Careers: 🎞️ Film Producer, 🎬 Game Producer, 🎥 Film Director, 📹 Cinematographer / Director of Photography

Media & Journalism

University of Amsterdam Amsterdam · €17.5k/yr
Certificate + usually 1 university year (Diploma finder); IELTS 6.5 (PPLE 7.0); medicine is Dutch-taught, numerus fixus, €34,700
Erasmus University Rotterdam Rotterdam · €13.5k–32.2k/yr
Certificate + usually 1 university year; IELTS ≈ 6.5; medicine is Dutch-taught, numerus fixus (400 places), €32,200
Fontys School of Journalism Tilburg
Dutch-taught HBO: certificate equals HAVO, Dutch NT2-II *

Careers: 🎖️ War Correspondent, 📣 Investor Relations Manager, 📽️ Video Producer, 🎙️ Government Press Officer / Spokesperson

Languages & Translation

Leiden University Leiden · €14.3k/yr
Certificate + usually 1 university year; IELTS 6.0–7.0 by programme (International Studies 6.0, LUC 7.0); medicine is numerus fixus
Utrecht University Utrecht · €13.4k–17.1k/yr
Certificate + usually 1 university year; IELTS ≈ 6.5; veterinary medicine (225 places) and medicine are numerus fixus, apply by 15 January
Zuyd University of Applied Sciences Maastricht · €10.2k–13.9k/yr
HBO: Russian certificate equals HAVO, direct entry; the translation bachelor needs strong languages (incl. Dutch)

Careers: 🔤 Computational Linguist / NLP Specialist, 🗣️ Speech and language therapist, 🔤 Russian as a Foreign Language Teacher, 🏮 Asian and Middle Eastern Studies Specialist

Literature

Leiden University Leiden · €14.3k/yr
Certificate + usually 1 university year; IELTS 6.0–7.0 by programme (International Studies 6.0, LUC 7.0); medicine is numerus fixus
Utrecht University Utrecht · €13.4k–17.1k/yr
Certificate + usually 1 university year; IELTS ≈ 6.5; veterinary medicine (225 places) and medicine are numerus fixus, apply by 15 January
University of Amsterdam Amsterdam · €17.5k/yr
Certificate + usually 1 university year (Diploma finder); IELTS 6.5 (PPLE 7.0); medicine is Dutch-taught, numerus fixus, €34,700

Careers: 🔤 Russian as a Foreign Language Teacher, 📚 English, Literature or History Teacher, 📖 Narrative Designer, 📝 Screenwriter

History & Archaeology

Leiden University Leiden · €14.3k/yr
Certificate + usually 1 university year; IELTS 6.0–7.0 by programme (International Studies 6.0, LUC 7.0); medicine is numerus fixus
Utrecht University Utrecht · €13.4k–17.1k/yr
Certificate + usually 1 university year; IELTS ≈ 6.5; veterinary medicine (225 places) and medicine are numerus fixus, apply by 15 January
University of Groningen Groningen
VWO level by file review; IELTS 6.5 (by programme); €100 fee; numerus fixus by 15 January, others by 1 May, non-EU conditions by 1 July

Careers: 🎖️ Army Officer, 🪑 Furniture Restorer / Conservator, 🏛️ Conservation Architect, 📚 English, Literature or History Teacher

Philosophy & Theology

Leiden University Leiden · €14.3k/yr
Certificate + usually 1 university year; IELTS 6.0–7.0 by programme (International Studies 6.0, LUC 7.0); medicine is numerus fixus
Radboud University Nijmegen · €13.8k–17.8k/yr
Certificate + usually 1 university year; IELTS ≈ 6.5; medicine and dentistry are numerus fixus; apply by 1 April if you need a visa
University of Amsterdam Amsterdam · €17.5k/yr
Certificate + usually 1 university year (Diploma finder); IELTS 6.5 (PPLE 7.0); medicine is Dutch-taught, numerus fixus, €34,700

Careers: 🤔 Philosopher, 🕍 Religious Studies Scholar

Sociology & Social Work

University of Amsterdam Amsterdam · €17.5k/yr
Certificate + usually 1 university year (Diploma finder); IELTS 6.5 (PPLE 7.0); medicine is Dutch-taught, numerus fixus, €34,700
Utrecht University Utrecht · €13.4k–17.1k/yr
Certificate + usually 1 university year; IELTS ≈ 6.5; veterinary medicine (225 places) and medicine are numerus fixus, apply by 15 January
University of Groningen Groningen
VWO level by file review; IELTS 6.5 (by programme); €100 fee; numerus fixus by 15 January, others by 1 May, non-EU conditions by 1 July

Careers: 🌷 Palliative Care Worker (Hospice), 🔗 Addiction counsellor, 🕵️ Police Detective, 👨‍👩‍👧 Couples and family therapist

Politics & IR

Leiden University Leiden · €14.3k/yr
Certificate + usually 1 university year; IELTS 6.0–7.0 by programme (International Studies 6.0, LUC 7.0); medicine is numerus fixus
University of Amsterdam Amsterdam · €17.5k/yr
Certificate + usually 1 university year (Diploma finder); IELTS 6.5 (PPLE 7.0); medicine is Dutch-taught, numerus fixus, €34,700
University of Groningen Groningen
VWO level by file review; IELTS 6.5 (by programme); €100 fee; numerus fixus by 15 January, others by 1 May, non-EU conditions by 1 July

Careers: 🎖️ Army Officer, 🤝 Public Affairs / Government Relations Specialist, 🖥️ Government Digital Transformation Specialist, 🕵️ OSINT Analyst (Open-Source Intelligence)

Law

Leiden University Leiden · €14.3k/yr
Certificate + usually 1 university year; IELTS 6.0–7.0 by programme (International Studies 6.0, LUC 7.0); medicine is numerus fixus
University of Amsterdam Amsterdam · €17.5k/yr
Certificate + usually 1 university year (Diploma finder); IELTS 6.5 (PPLE 7.0); medicine is Dutch-taught, numerus fixus, €34,700
Maastricht University Maastricht · €13.2k–32k/yr
Certificate with a final-year average ≥ 4.5, or certificate + 1 university year; IELTS by programme; medicine Dutch-taught, numerus fixus

Careers: 🤖 Legal Technologist / Legal Engineer, 🤝 Public Affairs / Government Relations Specialist, 🔍 Digital Forensics Investigator, 🛂 Border Guard / Border Force Officer

Economics

Erasmus University Rotterdam Rotterdam · €13.5k–32.2k/yr
Certificate + usually 1 university year; IELTS ≈ 6.5; medicine is Dutch-taught, numerus fixus (400 places), €32,200
University of Amsterdam Amsterdam · €17.5k/yr
Certificate + usually 1 university year (Diploma finder); IELTS 6.5 (PPLE 7.0); medicine is Dutch-taught, numerus fixus, €34,700
Tilburg University Tilburg · €13.4k/yr
Certificate + usually 1 university year; maths for economics; IELTS ≈ 6.5

Careers: 👔 Chief Executive Officer (CEO), 🏛️ Banking Supervisor (Financial Regulator), 🏷️ Pricing Manager, 🦄 Venture Capital Analyst / Investor

Business & Management

Rotterdam School of Management, Erasmus University Rotterdam · €14k/yr
International Business Administration in English: certificate + usually 1 university year, maths, IELTS ≈ 6.5
Maastricht University Maastricht · €13.2k–32k/yr
Certificate with a final-year average ≥ 4.5, or certificate + 1 university year; IELTS by programme; medicine Dutch-taught, numerus fixus
Tilburg University Tilburg · €13.4k/yr
Certificate + usually 1 university year; maths for economics; IELTS ≈ 6.5

Careers: 👔 Chief Executive Officer (CEO), 💰 Chief Financial Officer (CFO), 🎯 Product Manager, 🏥 Hospital Chief Executive / Healthcare Manager

Accounting & Finance

Erasmus University Rotterdam Rotterdam · €13.5k–32.2k/yr
Certificate + usually 1 university year; IELTS ≈ 6.5; medicine is Dutch-taught, numerus fixus (400 places), €32,200
Tilburg University Tilburg · €13.4k/yr
Certificate + usually 1 university year; maths for economics; IELTS ≈ 6.5
University of Amsterdam Amsterdam · €17.5k/yr
Certificate + usually 1 university year (Diploma finder); IELTS 6.5 (PPLE 7.0); medicine is Dutch-taught, numerus fixus, €34,700

Careers: 💰 Chief Financial Officer (CFO), 🧬 Fintech Engineer / Quant Developer, 🏛️ Banking Supervisor (Financial Regulator), 🛡️ Risk Manager

Education

HU University of Applied Sciences Utrecht Utrecht
HBO: certificate equals HAVO, direct entry; teacher training Dutch-taught (NT2-II) *
Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences Amsterdam
HBO: Russian certificate equals HAVO, direct entry; most programmes (incl. Aviation) are Dutch-taught, NT2-II *
Fontys University of Applied Sciences Tilburg
HBO: certificate equals HAVO; teacher training and sport (ALO) Dutch-taught, ALO has a sports test *

Careers: 🤝 Special Education Teacher (SEN), 🛠️ Further Education (FE) Lecturer / Vocational Instructor, 🔨 Design & Technology Teacher, 📐 Maths, Physics or Computing Teacher

Sport Science

Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam Amsterdam
Russian certificate + at least 1 year of credits at a recognised university; IELTS ≈ 6.5; non-EU deadline 1 April
University of Groningen Groningen
VWO level by file review; IELTS 6.5 (by programme); €100 fee; numerus fixus by 15 January, others by 1 May, non-EU conditions by 1 July
Fontys University of Applied Sciences Eindhoven
HBO: certificate equals HAVO; teacher training and sport (ALO) Dutch-taught, ALO has a sports test *

Careers: 🦿 Physiotherapist / physical therapist, 🏅 Sports medicine doctor, 🏄 Adventure Sports Instructor, 🏔️ Mountain Guide / Trekking Leader

Hospitality & Tourism

Hotelschool The Hague The Hague · €18.3k/yr
English-taught HBO: certificate equals HAVO + selection; €18,297 a year (Sept 2027) + Skotel housing ≈ €8,600 in year 1
Breda University of Applied Sciences Breda · €13.3k/yr
English-taught HBO: certificate equals HAVO, IELTS ≈ 6.0; non-EU rate €13,300 (taken from another programme's page) *
NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences Leeuwarden · €10.3k/yr
HBO: certificate equals HAVO, direct entry; Hospitality Management in English, IELTS ≈ 6.0; non-EU pay the full year upfront

Careers: 🏄 Adventure Sports Instructor, 🏔️ Mountain Guide / Trekking Leader, 🏡 Farm Stay Host (Agritourism), 👨‍🍳 Head Chef

Geography & Planning

Utrecht University Utrecht · €13.4k–17.1k/yr
Certificate + usually 1 university year; IELTS ≈ 6.5; veterinary medicine (225 places) and medicine are numerus fixus, apply by 15 January
University of Groningen Groningen
VWO level by file review; IELTS 6.5 (by programme); €100 fee; numerus fixus by 15 January, others by 1 May, non-EU conditions by 1 July
University of Amsterdam Amsterdam · €17.5k/yr
Certificate + usually 1 university year (Diploma finder); IELTS 6.5 (PPLE 7.0); medicine is Dutch-taught, numerus fixus, €34,700

Careers: 🏙️ Urban Planner, 🌍 Satellite Imagery Analyst (Remote Sensing), ⛏️ Mine Surveyor, 🏙️ City Manager / Local Government Manager

Aviation & Maritime

Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences Amsterdam
HBO: Russian certificate equals HAVO, direct entry; most programmes (incl. Aviation) are Dutch-taught, NT2-II *
Maritime Institute Willem Barentsz (NHL Stenden) Terschelling · €10.3k/yr
Dutch-taught HBO Maritime Officer (NT2-II) + seafarer medical; NHL Stenden rate *
Rotterdam University of Applied Sciences Rotterdam
HBO: Russian certificate equals HAVO, direct entry; Maritime Officer and nursing are Dutch-taught (NT2-II) *

Careers: 🔧 Aircraft Maintenance Engineer, ⚓ Naval Officer / Submariner, 🛫 Airline Pilot, 🚢 Ship's Captain / Deck Officer

Sources: nuffic.nl, vu.nl, ind.nl, studyinnl.org, studiekeuze123.nl, info.studielink.nl

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