University of Groningen is a public research university in Groningen, the Netherlands. Established in 1614, the university is one the best universities for international students in the world. The university has an alumni population 120,000 all over the world. It has consistently been ranked among the top 100 universities worldwide and is considered the best among the universities in the Netherlands.

Highlights

University Type Public
Campus Setting Urban
UG Application Portal studielink.nl
Annual Budget 800 million Euros
Mode of Programs Full-time; Online
Number of International Students 7,000
Annual Cost of Attendance 24,987 Euros
Contact Information +31 (0)15 27 89111

Programs, Campus and Residence

  • The university offers 48 bachelors’ and 167 masters’ programs in 8 areas of study under 11 faculties.
  • The most popular programs include – Ecology, Chemistry, Astronomy, Physics, Molecular Biology, Microbiology, Medical Sciences, Neurosciences, Sociology, Philosophy, Theology, Archaeology and Arts, etc.
  • The campus is fully equipped with technologies to pursue research on various aspects of life, social sciences, sciences, theology and arts.
  • The university does not have on campus housing, but assists students to find off campus housing from its official website.

University of Groningen 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 – 80
    • IELTS – 6.5
    • Cambridge – 183; CAE B; CPRE C
    • NT2 for programs taught in Dutch
  • Application fee – Varies
  • 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.

University of Groningen International Students Fees

Expense Cost in Euros
Tuition fee 10,900
Living expenses 11,125
Insurance 1,475
Residence permit 317
Handling fees 670
Books 500