Hanze University of Applied Sciences

Hanze University of Applied Sciences is a university in Groningen. International students should budget around US$23,800 a year in total, covering roughly US$11,500 in tuition and US$12,300 in living costs. Entry requirements are listed by level, with the English score each one needs. It is one of 21 institutions we list in Netherlands.

Tuition: US$11,500/yr
Living: US$12,300/yr
Total: US$23,800/yr
Type: University
Location: Groningen

Why students choose Hanze University of Applied Sciences

The oldest and one of the largest universities of applied sciences in the Netherlands, covering almost every field
Top 25 worldwide for applied research output (U-Multirank)
All programmes are quality-accredited by NVAO
Affordable, with competitive tuition currently under EUR 10,000 and four scholarship schemes for bachelor's and master's students
The institution supports students into placements and graduate roles at companies such as SEAT, Škoda, Porsche, Adidas, Continental, L'Oréal Paris, Audi and Daimler
Tailor your studies to your interests through placements, more than 40 minors, and exchange with over 100 international partners
Bachelor's graduates can progress directly to master's programmes without a pre-master's course
Its own Silicon Valley on campus, generating 500 start-up projects a year
Study in Groningen, one of Europe's youngest, liveliest and happiest cities, with strong career prospects in creative and technology fields

Hanze University of Applied Sciences entry requirements

Set by the institution and grouped by level. English scores are minimums.

English preparation

High school graduate, or currently a student
TOEFL computer-based 197, TOEFL iBT 71, or IELTS 5.5

Bachelor's

English at IELTS 6.0 minimum
Other requirements, depending on subject

Master's

A bachelor's degree in a related field
English at IELTS 6.5 minimum, plus work experience

Scholarships at Hanze University of Applied Sciences

Hanze Music Scholarship: EUR 5,500 for bachelor's students
Hanze Minerva Scholarship: EUR 1,666/year for up to four bachelor's years
Hanze Scholarship: EUR 10,000/year for master's programmes
NL Scholarship: EUR 5,000 for the first year of a master's programme

Frequently asked

How much does it cost to study at Hanze University of Applied Sciences?

Budget roughly US$23,800 a year in total — about US$11,500 in tuition and US$12,300 in living costs. Fees vary by programme; the schedule on this page lists what the institution publishes.

What are the entry requirements for Hanze University of Applied Sciences?

Requirements are set by level and listed in full on this page. High school graduate, or currently a student

Where is Hanze University of Applied Sciences?

Hanze University of Applied Sciences is in Groningen, Netherlands.

Can international students work while studying at Hanze University of Applied Sciences?

Work rights are set nationally, not by the institution. In Netherlands the current allowance is 16 hours/week during term, full-time in summer, and the post-study route is orientation year — 1 year.