Explore universities and programs in Netherlands, with practical details on admissions, fees, student life and the trade-offs between cities and institutions.
Use this guide to understand Netherlands as a study destination, then compare the programs and universities that fit your goals, budget and preferred learning environment.
Why students choose this country
Students compare the Netherlands for its broad English-taught catalogue, compact cycling cities and strong international orientation. Eligibility, numerus-fixus selection, tuition category and housing should be checked for the exact programme and nationality.
Netherlands
A practical starting point for comparing universities, courses and student life.
Temperate maritime climate with cool winters, mild summers and changeable rain throughout the year.
Language, weather, daily routines and local rules affect your study experience.
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A day in Netherlands
Compare the programmes and universities available in Netherlands based on your goals, budget and eligibility.
Engineering
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Economics-commerce
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Business
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Psychology
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Public-policy-international-relations
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Law
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Mathematics-statistics
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Natural-sciences
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Arts-humanities
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Media-communication
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Computing-information-systems
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Environment-sustainability
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Agriculture
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Compare popular universities listed in Netherlands. Open a profile to check fees, accommodation and programmes.
These are estimated country-level costs. Check the university and programme pages for exact fees, intakes and living costs.
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Common intakes
Use this converter to understand the country-level costs for Netherlands. Check the programme page for the final university fees.
Your city and university will affect your daily life, costs, food, safety and support.
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Life around Netherlands
An existing international community
A strong student network can make the first weeks easier, from finding practical help to building a routine.
Food and daily routines
Food, groceries and everyday convenience vary by city, so compare the location alongside the university.
Safety and support systems
International offices, emergency contacts and peer networks are central to settling in well.
A real student perspective
Current students can explain the practical details that are difficult to judge from a university brochure.
Budget guide available
A detailed breakdown of what to budget for across all years of study.
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