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Founded1984
Students14k+
Per yearRs 62 lakh–Rs 1.1 crore
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Open University of the Netherlands in 30 seconds
How hardAccessibleDetails- Cost a yearRs 62 lakh – Rs 1.1 croreDetails
- How to applyStudielinkDetails
FundingErasmus Mundus Joint Master’s, Erasmus+ International Credit Mobility, Swiss Government Excellence ScholarshipsDetails
VisaMVV entry visa and residence permitDetails
Work while studyingLimited hours in term; orientation year after study
Open University of the Netherlands is a university in Heerlen, Netherlands, founded in 1984, with around 14,000 students.
How competitive is it?
Accessible
Meet the published requirements and your chances are good.
TeamOnline’s estimate from reputation and the profiles we see admitted.
Studying in the Netherlands
Hundreds of English-taught degrees and a very international classroom.
Study in the Netherlands guide →What It Costs
Tuition, living and the total in rupees.
Tuition a year
€8,000 – €20,000 / year
Living
€1,000 – €1,400 / month
Per year, in rupees
Rs 62 lakh – Rs 1.1 crore
Typical ranges for the Netherlands; Open University of the Netherlands’s fees vary by course. Rupee figures are rough, at about Rs 280 per US dollar.
How To Apply
Route, timeline and the next deadlines.
Route: Studielink plus the university portal; many deadlines fall between January and May.
- 12–15 months beforeShortlist, GRE/IELTS and refereesStep 1
- 9–12 monthsSOP, CV and research proposalStep 2
- 6–10 monthsApply (scholarship rounds first)Step 3
- 3–6 monthsOffers, funding and acceptanceStep 4
- 1–3 monthsVisa and travelStep 5
Upcoming deadlines in the Netherlands
Full timeline →
“la Caixa” INPhINIT Doctoral FellowshipsUsually November · scholarship~53 days- Swiss Government Excellence ScholarshipsUsually December · scholarship~84 days
Justus & Louise van Effen Excellence ScholarshipsUsually December · scholarship~84 days- Amsterdam Excellence ScholarshipsUsually January · scholarship~115 days
- Radboud Scholarship ProgrammeUsually February · scholarship~125 days
Scholarships To Look At
Awards Pakistani students use here.
Erasmus Mundus Joint Master’s →Erasmus+ International Credit Mobility →Swiss Government Excellence Scholarships →ETH Excellence Scholarship & Opportunity Programme →EPFL Excellence Fellowships →“la Caixa” INPhINIT Doctoral Fellowships →Holland Scholarship →Amsterdam Excellence Scholarships →Your MVV entry visa and residence permit
Very easy: Your university applies for the permit for you.
- 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.
Watch out: Housing is the real challenge: start looking the moment you accept.
How We Help You Get In
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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.
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Open University of the Netherlands: FAQs
01Can Pakistani students apply to Open University of the Netherlands?
Yes. International students usually apply through Studielink, then need a MVV entry visa and residence permit. TeamOnline helps with the shortlist, documents, essays and visa.
02How hard is it to get into Open University of the Netherlands?
Accessible. Meet the published requirements and your chances are good.
03How much does it cost to study at Open University of the Netherlands?
Tuition in the Netherlands is typically €8,000 – €20,000 / year, with living costs of €1,000 – €1,400 / month. That is roughly Rs 62 lakh to Rs 1.1 crore a year in total. Scholarships can cover much or all of it.
04Where is Open University of the Netherlands?
Open University of the Netherlands is in Heerlen, Netherlands.
05What scholarships can I use at Open University of the Netherlands?
Options include Erasmus Mundus Joint Master’s, Erasmus+ International Credit Mobility, Swiss Government Excellence Scholarships, ETH Excellence Scholarship & Opportunity Programme. Eligibility changes every year, so check the official pages or ask a counsellor.
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