Get into a university in the Netherlands with EduWorld in 5 steps
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- Analysis of country, city and lifestyle preferences
- Matching the right type of university
- Choosing a degree programme and career path
RIGHT DEGREE PROGRAMME
APTITUDE TEST
PERSONALISED STRATEGY
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Degree programmes and plan
- Selection of suitable programmes
- Plan A, B and C
- Numerus fixus strategy
STRONG STRATEGY
SELECTION OF THE BEST OPTIONS
MAXIMISING YOUR CHANCES
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Profile and report
- Requirements report
- Activity plan (important in the Netherlands)
- Strengthening the application for selection
STRONG APPLICANT PROFILE
TAILORED ACTIVITIES
COMPETITIVE ADVANTAGE
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Application
- Submission of all applications
- Preparation of your CV, letter and portfolio
- Interview preparation
APPLICATION FROM A TO Z
MAXIMUM EFFECTIVENESS
POLISHED DOCUMENTS
05
Organisation
- Choosing accommodation (including student halls)
- Scholarship applications
- Preparing for departure and settling in
ALL FORMALITIES
SUPPORT AT EVERY STAGE
A STRESS-FREE START
01
Needs assessment
- Analysis of country, city and lifestyle preferences
- Matching the right type of university
- Choosing a degree programme and career path
RIGHT DEGREE PROGRAMME
APTITUDE TEST
PERSONALISED STRATEGY
02
Degree programmes and plan
- Selection of suitable programmes
- Plan A, B and C
- Numerus fixus strategy
STRONG STRATEGY
SELECTION OF THE BEST OPTIONS
MAXIMISING YOUR CHANCES
03
Profile and report
- Requirements report
- Activity plan (important in the Netherlands)
- Strengthening the application for selection
STRONG APPLICANT PROFILE
TAILORED ACTIVITIES
COMPETITIVE ADVANTAGE
04
Application
- Submission of all applications
- Preparation of your CV, letter and portfolio
- Interview preparation
APPLICATION FROM A TO Z
MAXIMUM EFFECTIVENESS
POLISHED DOCUMENTS
05
Organisation
- Choosing accommodation (including student halls)
- Scholarship applications
- Preparing for departure and settling in
ALL FORMALITIES
SUPPORT AT EVERY STAGE
A STRESS-FREE START
Let's talk about your studies in the Netherlands
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Student life - adventure and growth
International atmosphere
At universities, you will meet students from all over the world, and you will hear English everywhere. Many cities also have a distinctly student-friendly character e.g. in Groningen almost 25% of residents are students. This environment makes it easy to meet people and build global connections.
Learning by doing
Classes often take the form of workshops and projects, where you work on real-world problems. This helps you develop practical skills that will not only teach you independence and resourcefulness, but will also prove useful in your professional life.
Friendly relationships with lecturers
Relationships with lecturers are less formal than in Poland. You can freely ask questions, discuss ideas and treat them more like mentors than lecturers. Many people really appreciate this approach
Travel and mobility
Thanks to the Netherlands’ central location, you can easily travel around Europe, while bicycles make getting around every day convenient. The travel product (a form of grant for students) is also worth mentioning, as it gives you free public transport throughout the Netherlands on weekdays or at weekends.
Koszt studiów i stypendia
Tuition fees
EU students pay the statutory tuition fee, which in the 2026/2027 academic year is 2695 € per year for 99% of degree programmes. 2695 € / year
2695 € / year
Cost of living
Average monthly expenses range from 800 to 1400 €, depending on the city and lifestyle. The most expensive cities are Amsterdam and Rotterdam. 800 - 1400 € / month
800 - 1400 € / month
Accommodation
Accommodation is the biggest living expense. Prices for student halls vary considerably depending on their standard and location. Many people also choose accommodation on the private rental market - a room or studio apartment.
400 - 950 € / month
Other costs
Food, transport and everyday expenses come to around 300-500 € per month. Prices in the Netherlands are similar to prices in Poland. 300 - 500 € / month
300 - 500 € / month
Basic Grant and Supplementary Grant
The Netherlands offers one of the best scholarship systems in the world. Through the non-repayable basic grant and supplementary grant, you can receive from 324 to as much as 815€ per month. The requirement is to work at least 32 hours / month.
324 - 815 € / month
Travel product
The travel product programme allows you to use public transport free of charge on selected days or at discounted rates, which significantly reduces living costs. The requirement is also to work at least 32 hours / month
free public transport
Other grants and loans
That is not all! In the Netherlands, you can also benefit from other forms of support such as regular loan and tuition fees loan (preferential loans for living costs and full tuition fees), as well as a housing allowance, or a healthcare allowance.
up to 800€ + / month
Student work
You can work without a permit as an EU citizen. Many students combine their studies with work, gaining experience and earning an income. Working 32 hours / month makes you eligible for some scholarships.
approx. 10 - 15 € / hour
Applying to university in the Netherlands
Find out what the university application process in the Netherlands looks like, what numerus fixus programmes are and how to increase your chances of being admitted to a university in this country.
Application deadlines
The 15 January deadline applies to numerus fixus programmes (around 15% of all bachelor’s programmes). For most programmes at research universities, you apply by 1 May, while universities of applied sciences often accept applications until 1 or 15 August. Often, the sooner you apply, the sooner you can start looking for accommodation.
Important information
choose a maximum of 4 degree programmes, including only 2 numerus fixus programmes. The process can vary considerably depending on the university - application portals, deadlines and the process for accepting your place, the way certificates are submitted, etc. may differ.
How to get admitted?
Requirements vary considerably depending on the university and degree programme. Typically, the following are taken into account: a CV, personal statement, and sometimes an interview or entrance tests (mainly for numerus fixus programmes). Grades are an admission criterion for some degree programmes. Master’s degree applications often also require letters of recommendation and entrance tests tailored to the programme.
Language requirements
A language certificate is required by most universities. The most common requirements are IELTS Academic min. 6.0, TOEFL iBT approx. 80 or Cambridge C1. For more demanding degree programmes, the required level may be 6.5-7.0 or higher. The certificate can often be submitted after the application itself.
Do final exam results matter?
Final exam results alone usually do not determine the success of an application in the Netherlands. However, in some cases, specific advanced-level subjects may be required (e.g. mathematics, biology, chemistry, physics), and occasionally you may also need to achieve a certain result in a particular advanced-level exam (usually 40% / 50%).
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Let's talk about your studies in the Netherlands
We will contact you within 24 hours to arrange a convenient time for a free consultation.
During the free consultation, we will discuss the key aspects of studying in the Netherlands and the application process. We will also answer all your questions about studying abroad.
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