Utrecht University Ranking, Programs, Admission Process & Living Cost

Utrecht, UtrechtLocation
UniversitySchool type
Estd1636established year
31551enrollment
Public
Partner [1 Courses]
6.5/10

Utrecht University is a public research university in Utrecht, the Netherlands. Established in 1636, the university is among the oldest universities in the country. Known for its high end research, the university regularly ranks among the top 50 universities in the world and among the top 20 in the Netherlands.

Highlights

University Type Public
Campus Setting Urban
UG Application Portal studielink.nl
Annual Budget 765 million Euros
Mode of Programs Full-time; Online
Number of International Students 2,510
Annual Cost of Attendance 24,087 Euros
Contact Information +31 30 253 9900

Programs, Campus and Residence

  • The university offers 49 bachelors’ and 147 masters’ programs under 7 faculties.
  • The most popular programs include –Arts and Humanities; Pharmacology and Toxicology; Microbiology; Plant and Animal Science; and Geosciences.
  • The university has no on campus housing but assists students find off campus housing on its official website.

Utrecht University Admissions

The deadlines for student intake varies with each program.

Admission Requirements

  • Transcripts till the most recent education in English, Dutch, French or German; letter of reference
  • Language Proficiency Test –
    • TOEFL – 100
    • IELTS – 7
    • Cambridge – 194; CAE B
    • NT2 for programs taught in Dutch
  • Application fee – 100 Euros
  • Additional requirements – Letter of motivation; CV; Copy of passport for proof of identity.

The applications must be submitted through the studielink.nl portal for both bachelors’ and masters’ programs.

Financial Aid and Cost of Study

The university offers financial aid in the form of scholarships, loans and study abroad programs. Students can seek scholarship options on studyinholland.nl website.

Utrecht University International Students Fees

Expense Cost in Euros
Tuition fee 10,000
Living expenses 11,125
Insurance 1,475
Residence permit 317
Handling fees 670
Books 500

The university has an alumni population 170,000 all over the world. It is associated with 12 noble prize winners. These alumni receive benefits like facilities discounts, career counselling and access to campus resources and events.

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Utrecht University comparison

Utrecht UniversityErasmus University RotterdamUniversity of AmsterdamMaastricht University
Collegedunia Score5.5 Out of 105.7 Out of 106.3 Out of 105.1 Out of 10
Overall Ranking
  • 107 QS World University 2024
  • 48 US News 2023
  • 66 Times Higher Education 2023
  • 99 Times Higher Education 2024
  • 176 QS World University 2024
  • 62 US News 2023
  • 53 QS World University 2024
  • 61 Times Higher Education 2024
  • 38 US News 2023
  • 138 Times Higher Education 2024
  • 256 QS World University 2024
  • 145 Times Higher Education 2023
Subject Strength
  • 43 for Engineering by Academy Ranking of World Universities 2022
  • 54 for Medicine by QS World University 2023
  • 66 for Law by Times Higher Education 2023
  • 401 for Engineering by Academy Ranking of World Universities 2022
  • 72 for Medicine by QS World University 2023
  • 74 for Law by Times Higher Education 2024
  • 187 for Engineering by QS World University 2023
  • 44 for Medicine by QS World University 2023
  • 20 for Law by Times Higher Education 2024
  • 145 for Engineering by Times Higher Education 2023
  • 122 for Medicine by QS World University 2023
  • 19 for Law by Times Higher Education 2024
Programs
  • UG Programs- 8
  • PG Programs - 57
  • UG Programs- 8
  • PG Programs - 44
  • Doctorate Programs -5
  • UG Programs- 11
  • PG Programs - 103
  • UG Programs- 13
  • PG Programs - 40
Acceptance Rate4.0 %45.0 %4.0 %53.0 %
Cost to Study
  • Average Tuition Fees:INR 956637.651 [For UG Program]
  • Average Tuition Fees:INR 1594396.085 [For PG Program]
  • Hostel + Meal:INR 99110 Per Year
  • Average Tuition Fees:INR 621690 [For UG Program]
  • Average Tuition Fees:INR 1684689.8 [For PG Program]
  • Hostel + Meal:INR 90100 Per Year
  • Average Tuition Fees:INR 1189320 [For UG Program]
  • Average Tuition Fees:INR 1736407.2 [For PG Program]
  • Hostel + Meal:INR 83342.5 Per Year
  • Average Tuition Fees:INR 1099940.8 [For UG Program]
  • Average Tuition Fees:INR 1380151.8 [For PG Program]
  • Hostel + Meal:INR 1239685.9 Per Year
Placement

The average salary recieved by graduates is around 55,555 Euros. Some programs and average salary is as follows:

Bachelor of science: $69,000

LLM: $60,000

Doctorate: $89,000

Master of Arts: $62,000


The average salary of a fresh RSM alumnus is EUR 2,912 per month, compared to EUR 2,783 euro for other MSc graduates starting out on the Dutch job market. Some of the programs and average salary are as follows: 

MBA: $83,000

Masters in Management: $77,000

Phd: $79,000

Executive MBA: $128,000

Doctorate: $93,000


The University of Amsterdam has a team for career and employability that has won an award for their dedication to supporting the student throughout the process of placement. 

The university hosts fairs and events to provide students with a job. The students in the final year gain more work experience and are also placed in research institutions, museums, or private conservation studios.

Degree                              Average Salary

Master (Other)                     $101,000 

Executive Masters               $89,000 

LLM                                      $84,000 

Executive MBA                     $79,000 

Doctorate                             $77,000 

Masters in Finance              $75,000 


Some of the programs and the average salary are as follows:

Bachelor of science: $77,000

Master of Arts: $137,000

Master (other): $90,000

Masters in Management: $61,000


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Utrecht University Ratings

Based on 2 Students Rating

6.5 out of 10
8.0/10Academic
6.5/10Accommodation
8.0/10Faculty
10.0/10Infrastructure
8.0/10Placement
7.0/10Social Life

Utrecht University Reviews


StreamDegree TypeStudent StatusNationalityBatchCourse
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Engineering (1)
Energy and Power Engineering (1)
Sciences (1)

2 Reviews Found

AB
6.2 /10

I didn't prepare in any coaching institute for my admission here. I was looking into all groups in my research field when I was JRF at IIT Bombay. I found an open position in my research interest group here. Then I applied the application to my professor. I got selected after having an interview. I would recommend having GRE & TOFEL scorecard if someone is interested in doing PhD in abroad.

Fees:

Here, in the Netherlands PhD students are considered employees. So we don't pay the course fee. All PhD students' funding is taken care of by their professor & university after they got selected for the program.

academic: 7/10
faculty: 7/10
accomodation: 8/10
placement: 8/10
extracurricular: 7/10

JJ
6.8 /10

For my particular course and interests, I knew I wanted to go to Europe as the best courses in sustainable energy are offered here. However, depending on the country's energy policies, the courses offered are highly tailored to teach students what their country requires. The Netherlands is the only country with a well-balanced approach toward transitioning to a more sustainable future. Thus, the course offered was in sync with my interests. Not to mention, the Copernicus Institute of Sustainable Development at UU publishes high quality research with one of the highest number of citations. All in all, for my particular course (Energy Science) I couldn't have found a better university except maybe TU Delft.

Fees:

The fees for my course is €20,000 per year.

academic: 9/10
faculty: 9/10
infrastructure: 10/10
accomodation: 5/10
placement: 8/10

Utrecht University Scholarships


NameScholarship Per StudentLevel of StudyType
Utrecht Excellence ScholarshipsScholarship per studentVariable AmountLevel Of StudyMasterTypeCollege-Specific
Utrecht University Holland ScholarshipsScholarship per student₹ 4.5 L/Yr$5,473Level Of StudyMasterTypeCollege-Specific
Holland ScholarshipsScholarship per studentVariable AmountLevel Of StudyBachelorTypeMerit-Based
World Citizen Talent ScholarshipScholarship per student₹ 4.5 L/Yr$5,432Level Of StudyMasterTypeCollege-Specific
Maastricht University Holland High Potential ScholarshipScholarship per student₹ 26 L/Yr$31,366Level Of StudyMasterTypeCollege-Specific
Bhajan Lal ScholarshipScholarship per studentVariable AmountLevel Of StudyDoctorateTypeMerit-Based

Attendance Cost

₹1,594,396

attendance cost

The table shows average yearly cost of attendance for international students. Amount may vary with the course opted, nature of accommodation, and personal spending habits of a candidate.Check Program wise Fees

Tuition fees
Undergraduate Programs
₹956,638 / Year
Post Graduate Program
₹1,594,396 / Year
On Campus
Living expenses
₹40,545 / Year
Accommodation rent/month
₹99,110 / Year
Off Campus
Books per month
₹7,659 / Year

Utrecht University Campus Location


+31-30-253-3550
Telephone
Domplein 29, 3512 JE Utrecht
Address

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Pls tell me in detail the requirement for Masters on journalism
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Sinbad Chongtham

Utrecht University does not offer Master in Journalism program but offers MA in Media, Art and Performance Studies and MA in New Media and Digital Culture. You can check the admission requirements for these programs and other program information from Utrecht University Programs.

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