The University of Amsterdam has a long history dating back to 1632. It is one of the leading universities in the country as well as in Europe and the world, with the QS World University Rankings placing it 50th. The University of Amsterdam is an intensive research center and a member of 2 prestigious international university networks – the League of European Research Universities and Universitas 21. It maintains partnerships with hundreds of institutions around the world. The university is a world leader through its research in economics, brain and cognition, cardiovascular disease, communication, corporate governance, cultural heritage, globalization, global health and development, gravitation and astrophysics, infection and immunity, information law, metabolic diseases, oral infections, oral regenerative medicine, European law, quantum matter and information, sustainable chemistry, biological systems, international law and urban planning. The University of Amsterdam has received numerous international and national awards for the quality of its teaching and the quality of its research.
Amsterdam is the largest city in the Netherlands. The city began as a small fishing village at the end of the 12th century, and as a result of the growth of trade during the Dutch Golden Age, Amsterdam became one of the largest ports in the world. At that time the city was a leading center of finance, trade and diamond processing. Today Amsterdam is the Dutch cultural and financial capital. It is home to the headquarters of numerous institutions and of 7 of the world's 500 largest companies, including Philips and ING. The Amsterdam Stock Exchange, the oldest in the world, is located in the city center. Amsterdam's attractions, including its historic canals, the Rijksmuseum, the Van Gogh Museum, the Hermitage, the Anne Frank House, the red-light district and the "coffee shops", draw more than 3.66 million foreign visitors every year.
Bachelor's programs in English (For a detailed list of programs taught in Dutch, ask one of our consultants)
- Liberal Arts and Sciences
- Economics and Business
- European Studies
- Communication Studies
- Politics, Psychology, Law and Economics
The university offers 160 master's programs taught in English. For a detailed list, ask our consultants.
Key information
Program length:
3-5 years for bachelor's programs
1-2 years for master's programs
Academic year:
2 semesters - September and January
Start of the year:
September for bachelor's programs
September, February and August for master's programs
Application deadline:
May 15
For master's programs, the deadline is between February 1 and May 15, depending on the program.
Admission requirements:
High school diploma.
IELTS
For bachelor's and master's programs, a minimum of 6.5, depending on the major.
TOEFL
For bachelor's and master's programs, a minimum of 90, depending on the major.
For Dutch language qualifications, ask one of our consultants.
Scholarships and loans
The tuition fee for bachelor's and master's programs is €1951. MBA - €31000.
Accommodation:
University residence halls cost between €2050 and €3000 per semester, depending on the residence and room type. Living expenses in Amsterdam can range between €900 and €1400 per month.