VrijeUniversiteitAmsterdam
A major Amsterdam research university with a wide English-taught programme catalogue.
About Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam
VU Amsterdam is a broad research university in the south of Amsterdam, with strong programmes in sciences, business, medicine, law, and social sciences. It offers an extensive English-taught catalogue and a highly international student community.
Why choose Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam?
- Top Dutch research university with a broad multidisciplinary offer
- Over 150 English-taught programmes at bachelor's and master's level
- Amsterdam Science Park nearby — active research and innovation ecosystem
- Strong medicine, neuroscience, and earth sciences research clusters
- Excellent career access in Amsterdam's financial and technology sectors
Fields of study
Tuition & Living Costs
Tuition
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We will share the latest figures based on programme and intake.
Living costs (per month)
€1,100 – €1,600
Entry Requirements
These are typical thresholds. Lower scores can sometimes work with strong applications — talk to us.
Intake note: We list September as the standard intake. Spring (February/January) intakes for international students vary by university and programme — contact us to check availability for your subject.
Intakes & Deadlines
Main intake
September
February/January intakes may be available depending on the university and your subject — talk to us to confirm.
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