About

Utrecht University was established 386 ago in 1636. It is a public research university in Utrecht, Netherlands. UU is one of the oldest research universities in Utrecht and has been awarded multiple prestigious scientific awards. Utrecht University is ranked the best research university in the Netherlands by the Shanghai Ranking of World Universities in 2019. It is one of the most reputed science and research colleges in the Netherlands. UU offers master's and bachelor's degrees in various research and science fields. Students can choose among popular Utrecht University courses: Earth and Sustainability, Health and LifeScience, Languages and Communication, Behavioural Studies and Society, Science, Law, Economics and Governance, Media, Arts Culture and History, Religion and Philosophy etc.

A total of 35,294 students at Utrecht University from different countries are admitted to its master's and bachelor's courses. Moreover, 4,871 Utrecht University international students on campus are from 118 different countries around the globe. In addition, the university's degree programs are delivered in its seven faculties: Faculty of Geoscience, Faculty of Humanities, Faculty of Medicine, Faculty of Science, Faculty of Law, Economics and Governance, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Faculty of Social and Behavioural Science. According to the Utrecht University QS world ranking, the college is at 110th position among the best colleges globally.

Top Reasons to Study in the Utrecht University

  • Utrecht University has accreditation from professional organizations: Coimbra Group, Utrecht Network, League of European Research Universities,  European University Association, McDonnell International Scholars Academy, and  International Association of Universities.
  • Utrecht University has a study abroad program in which students can study at any partner university in different countries for one semester, including Australia, China, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Finland, Canada, Austria and more.
  • Utrecht University scholarship program provides Utrecht excellence scholarships and bright minds fellowship to its students every year. UU offers more than 25,000 EUR (20,45,447 INR) entrance scholarships annually.

Cost of Studying at Utrecht University

Average tuition fee

Reasonable

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Living expenses

Average living expenses (Bachelors)

€21,980

Average living expenses (Masters)

€28,480

Average on-campus living expenses

€10,980

Rankings for The Utrecht University

US News Ranking

#48

US World and News Report

The World University Rankings

#69

The World University Rankings

QS World University Rankings

#112

QS World University Rankings


More rankings for this university

These are Utrecht University World Ranking from different organizations in 2022:

Organization

Ranking 2022

The Times Higher Education

69th

College and University Ranking

71th

Admissions at The Utrecht University

Application Fee

€100


How to Apply at Utrecht University

  • Apply online through the common application portal from the official University website
  • Fill in all of the necessary details
  • Fill in educational background details
  • Write a statement of purpose 
  • Select course
  • Submit the application
  • Pay application fees

Note: Utrecht University application fee is 100 EUR (8,181 INR) for all its courses.

Application portal: University official website


Documents Required to Apply to Utrecht University

  • High school diploma from an authorized school or college
  • Official transcripts
  • English Language proficiency test report
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Acceptance letter from the University
  • Portfolio of visual work
  • Letters of Recommendation
  • Resume, CV
  • Copy of passport
  • Financial documents
  • Medical or Insurance documents

Exams Accepted By the University

Utrecht University's requirements for international students vary considerably for all its courses. Therefore, interested students are advised to review UU eligibility requirements before submitting their application:

Courses

Exams

Computer Science

IELTS: 6.0 overall band

MSc

IELTS: 6.0 overall band

Data Science

IELTS: 6.0 overall band

English Proficiency Requirement

For Utrecht University admission in any courses, applicants must score a certain mark on the English proficiency test. Check the below-given table to understand the Utrecht University admission criteria and English proficiency test scores.

English proficiency test

Minimum Eligibility score

TOEFL IBT

83

IELTS

6.5

CPE

180

CAE

176


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Courses

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Application deadline

Rolling

Degree

Masters

Duration

12 Months

Tuition fee

$21,736/yr

Application deadline

Spring, 01/09/2023

Degree

Masters

Duration

24 Months

Tuition fee

$20,750/yr

Application deadline

Rolling

Degree

Masters

Duration

24 Months

Tuition fee

$20,750/yr

Campus

Number of campuses the university has
3

Campus locations
Utrecht

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Transportation in the city

Utrecht University has various local transportation services. Students can reach the college with the closest subway or taxi services. In addition, students can take the nearest tram from NS railway station from Utrecht Centraa, which provides regularly scheduled transportation to the Utrecht University college campus.


Services offered by the university

  • Students can enjoy the large Utrecht University campus. The college has all the basic amenities, including well-equipped classrooms, auditorium, study rooms, science lab, canteen, Minnaert building, and a David de Wied building which students can enjoy.
  • Students can access the on-campus library 24/7, which has a collection of over a thousand journals, both electronic and paper based, related to research, science, technology etc.
  • Utrecht University campus has a wellness center that takes care of various student issues and studies-related problems.

Student life

  • Students can access the on-campus Sports Center Olympos. UU provides various sports facilities like Football, Hockey, Rugby, Golf, Tennis, Squash etc., a fitness room and three sports halls, a swimming pool, weight training room, aerobics and dance studio, squash courts, racquetball court, hockey rink, a multi-purpose gym, and a diving area.
  • Students can use the aerobics and dance studio, weight training room, multi-purpose gym, and a diving area in college to interact and socialize with other students. In addition, students can participate in college clubs and workshops.

On campus accomodation

Utrecht University campus provides reserved accommodation facilities to all international students. Students can choose among various room types available at the institution.

Students get the basic shared room facility. The college has a two-bedroom and shared studio accommodation facility.


Faculty

University Faculty Stats

Utrecht University has more than 3,655 full-time academic teachers, and 3,536 administrative staff allowing students to get personal attention and proper education. In addition, the student-to-faculty ratio of Utrecht University is 35:1.

Opportunities

Research opportunities at university

Utrecht University has various distinctive and multidisciplinary research programs. UU allows all its students to research different themes, including life science, with faculty guidance. The college conducts prominent research on over 130 areas: animal behavior, ancient history, applied data science, artificial intelligence, behavior and welfare, chemical biology and drug discovery, child health, economic and social history, game research etc.


Internship opportunities (Part time job opportunities)

Students at Utrecht University can do various internship programs in different disciplines. The institute provides communication and business internship opportunities on and off-campus to all its bachelor students. Every undergraduate student can participate in several paid on-campus academic internships involving practical hands-on experience in different research-related fields


Placement - Companies and average salaries offered

Utrecht University's placement rate after graduation is around 70%. The college provides career counseling, resume building, recruiters meetings, and other placement facilities to its students. Many international companies hire Utrecht University students. The average salary of graduates of Utrecht University  is around 55,555 CAD (41,36,303 INR).

Contact


Email

admissionsoffice@uu.nl

Address

Heidelberglaan 8, 3584 CS Utrecht, Netherlands


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