Rotterdam Business School

Rotterdam Business School is a university in Rotterdam. International students should budget around US$32,700 a year in total, covering roughly US$15,400 in tuition and US$17,300 in living costs. The fee schedule below breaks that down across 3 published items. 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$15,400/yr
Living: US$17,300/yr
Total: US$32,700/yr
Type: University
Location: Rotterdam

Why students choose Rotterdam Business School

A focus on sustainability and innovation: RBS programmes are highly applied, emphasising teamwork, project management, problem-solving, leadership and international communication. The curriculum tracks current trends including sustainable transition, digital transformation and entrepreneurial thinking
An ideal place to study: Rotterdam has Europe's largest seaport, is a leading global logistics hub, and hosts the offices of many international corporations — particularly useful for students on these programmes.
An extensive business network through Business Collab and Academic Collab: RBS maintains close partnerships with multinationals and local companies. Students work continuously on live projects, solving real business problems while studying.
An excellent student experience: Rotterdam is the second-largest Dutch city, known for its lively international atmosphere and distinctive creativity. Costs are moderate and other appealing cities are easy to reach.
A genuinely international environment: RBS brings together students and staff from many countries, developing global thinking and the ability to work across cultures. All international programmes are taught in English.

Rotterdam Business School fees for international students

As published by the institution. Confirm current fees directly before paying a deposit.

Fee schedule for Rotterdam Business School
Item	Amount
Bachelor's	EUR 11,949/year
Master's	EUR 12,195/year
Pre-master's	EUR 6,449 per course

Rotterdam Business School entry requirements

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

Bachelor's

Academic: a high school qualification recognised as equivalent to Dutch HAVO, VWO or MBO level 4.
English proficiency:
IELTS Academic: 6.0 minimum. Online and Home Edition tests are not accepted.
TOEFL iBT: 80 minimum.
Cambridge CAE: 169 minimum.
English is waived for applicants who completed high school entirely in English, or who hold a qualification on the EU exemption list.

Pre-master's

For graduates who do not yet meet the economics or business subject requirement, or who want to strengthen their academic skills before starting a master's.
Duration: six months.
English: IELTS 6.0 or above, to ensure you can follow the teaching.

Master's

IELTS Academic: 6.5 minimum, with no component below 6.0.
TOEFL iBT: 90 minimum.
Work experience: depends on the subject

Subjects

Business and Management
Supply Chain and Logistics

Frequently asked

How much does it cost to study at Rotterdam Business School?

Budget roughly US$32,700 a year in total — about US$15,400 in tuition and US$17,300 in living costs. Fees vary by programme; the schedule on this page lists what the institution publishes.

What are the entry requirements for Rotterdam Business School?

Requirements are set by level and listed in full on this page. Academic: a high school qualification recognised as equivalent to Dutch HAVO, VWO or MBO level 4.

Where is Rotterdam Business School?

Rotterdam Business School is in Rotterdam, Netherlands.

Can international students work while studying at Rotterdam Business School?

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.