Netherlands Undergraduate Applications

The Netherlands is known for its wide range of English-taught programs at both research universities and universities of applied sciences.

 

Each program has specific requirements, including academic qualifications, language proficiency (e.g., IELTS, TOEFL), and sometimes additional requirements like entrance exams or interviews.

 

Types of Universities 

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Dutch Research Universities: Typically focus on more theoretical and research-oriented degrees (e.g., University of Amsterdam, Leiden University, Erasmus University).

 

Universities of Applied Sciences: More practice-based education (e.g., The Hague University of Applied Sciences, Saxion University).

 

Deadlines

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Application Deadlines vary based on the program and university, but key deadlines include:

• 15 January: For numerus fixus programs (selective programs with a limited number of places, such as Medicine, Psychology, and International Business).

• 1 May: General application deadline for most programs.

 

Application Portal 

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Studielink is the online portal for applying to Dutch universities. You need to create an account to apply. You can apply to multiple programs, but there’s a limit of four programs at once. For numerus fixus programs, you can only apply to two.

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Numerus Fixus Programs

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• Numerus fixus programs have a limited number of places and competitive selection. Popular subjects with numerus fixus include medicine, psychology, and international business.

• Selection for these programs is based on grades, motivation letters, entrance tests, or even interviews. You must apply to these programs before 15 January.

• Selection Procedure: After applying, students undergo a selection process, and results are typically released in April.