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16 universities · 6 Tier 1Universities In The Netherlands
From Leiden and Amsterdam to 14 cities across the Netherlands: facts, photos, how to apply and the scholarships that fund you.
15 scholarships in the Netherlands- Universities16
- Tier 16
Tuition€8,000 – €20,000
Apply viaStudielink
VisaMVV entry visa and residence permit
Our assessment
How Hard Is It To Get In?
Our assessment of the Netherlands for Pakistani students.
Getting in
Moderate
Research universities are selective; universities of applied sciences less so.
Visa
Very easy
Your university applies for the permit for you.
Cost
Moderate
Tuition for non-EU students plus high rents.
Work rights
Moderate
Limited hours in term; one-year “orientation year” after graduation.
The flagships
Tier-1 Universities In the Netherlands
Where our scholarship students aim first.
TIER 1
Leiden University
Leiden, Netherlands
TIER 1
University of Amsterdam
Amsterdam, Netherlands
TIER 1
Utrecht University
Utrecht, Netherlands
TIER 1
Delft University of Technology
Delft, Netherlands
TIER 1
Erasmus University Rotterdam
Rotterdam, Netherlands
TIER 1Wageningen University & Research
Wageningen, Netherlands
More Universities
University of Groningen
Groningen, Netherlands
Maastricht University
Maastricht, Netherlands
Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam
Amsterdam, Netherlands
Eindhoven University of Technology
Eindhoven, Netherlands
Radboud University
Nijmegen, Netherlands
Tilburg University
Tilburg, Netherlands
University of Twente
Enschede, Netherlands
Open University of the Netherlands
Heerlen, Netherlands
Conservatorium van Amsterdam
Amsterdam, Netherlands
Nyenrode Business University
Stichtse Vecht, Netherlands
Funding
Scholarships For the Netherlands
Erasmus Mundus Joint Master’sErasmus+ International Credit MobilitySwiss Government Excellence ScholarshipsETH Excellence Scholarship & Opportunity ProgrammeEPFL Excellence Fellowships“la Caixa” INPhINIT Doctoral FellowshipsHolland ScholarshipAmsterdam Excellence ScholarshipsLeiden University Excellence Scholarship (LExS)Utrecht Excellence ScholarshipJustus & Louise van Effen Excellence ScholarshipsRadboud Scholarship ProgrammeYour MVV entry visa and residence permit, Step By Step
- 1AdmissionFrom a recognised sponsor university.
- 2FundsUsually paid to the university or shown as required.
- 3University appliesThe university files the MVV and residence permit application.
- 4Collect MVVAt the Dutch embassy after approval.
- 5Residence cardCollected after arrival.
How We Help
01Honest shortlist
Universities and scholarships you can realistically win, not the ones that pay agents most.
02Applications that stand out
SOPs, CVs and references shaped with you, then checked line by line.
03Visa file done right
Funds, documents and interview practice for your country’s rules.
04Ready to fly
Accommodation, travel and pre-departure briefing so you land prepared.
Universities In the Netherlands: FAQs
01How many universities in the Netherlands are listed?
16 universities in the Netherlands, including 6 Tier-1 universities such as Leiden University, University of Amsterdam, Utrecht University.
02What are the top universities in the Netherlands for Pakistani students?
Well-known choices include Leiden University, University of Amsterdam, Utrecht University, Delft University of Technology, Erasmus University Rotterdam. The right shortlist depends on your grades, course and budget.
03How do Pakistani students apply to universities in the Netherlands?
Most international students apply through Studielink, then apply for a MVV entry visa and residence permit. Intakes are September, February (some).
04How much does it cost to study in the Netherlands?
Tuition is typically €8,000 – €20,000 / year and living costs €1,000 – €1,400 / month.
05Are there scholarships for universities in the Netherlands?
Yes. Options include Erasmus Mundus Joint Master’s, Erasmus+ International Credit Mobility, Swiss Government Excellence Scholarships, ETH Excellence Scholarship & Opportunity Programme.
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