Guide

University of Amsterdam

NL Netherlands · Amsterdam

The Netherlands’ largest university; communication, psychology, economics, AI.

Tuition
€15 730 – €34 500 / year
Founded
1632
Students
42,000
QS 2027
#60
IELTS from
6.5
Bachelor language
English / Dutch

Bachelor's; medicine — the highest

Schools and programmes

  • Communication Science
  • Economics & Business
  • Psychology
  • Artificial Intelligence
  • Political Science
  • Law

Application deadlines (2027 intake)

  • — Studielink: numerus fixus programs. Applications open from 1 October 2026
  • — Studielink: other bachelor's programs. For non-EU students many universities close admissions earlier (often 1 April)

Documents required

  • International passport — Valid for the whole period of study + 6 months
  • Certificate + grades supplement — If you're still studying — your grade report for years 10–11 and predicted grades
  • Registration on Studielink
  • Document translation + apostille — Sworn/notarized translation into the language of instruction
  • Language certificate — IELTS / TOEFL / Duolingo or a certificate of the language of instruction
  • Motivation letter / essay
  • CV (resume) — Olympiads, projects, volunteering, work
  • Selection / matching, if any
  • Residence permit via IND + finances
  • Photo for documents
  • Pay the application fee
  • Health insurance

Official links

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