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Wageningen University & Research
Wageningen University & Research is a university in Wageningen. International students should budget around US$38,100 a year in total, covering roughly US$24,600 in tuition and US$13,500 in living costs. The fee schedule below breaks that down across 8 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.
Droevendaalsesteeg 2, Wageningen, Netherlands
- Tuition
- US$24,600/yr
- Living
- US$13,500/yr
- Total
- US$38,100/yr
- Type
- University
- Location
- Wageningen
Why students choose Wageningen University & Research
- The largest education and research institute in the Netherlands, and a preferred research partner to the Dutch government, business and non-profit organisations
- Top 100 universities worldwide and the most sustainable (THE World University Rankings 2026, GreenMetric 2023)
- The first Dutch university to achieve international accreditation from the Accreditation Organisation of the Netherlands and Flanders
- Voted the best university in the Netherlands for 20 consecutive years, in a student-led award (Keuzegids Universities 2025)
- World leader in Agriculture and Forestry, Life Sciences, Environmental Science and Biological Sciences (QS World University Rankings)
- Study in Food Valley, the Netherlands' Silicon Valley for agricultural technology, home to Unilever, Danone and FrieslandCampina
Wageningen University & Research fees for international students
As published by the institution. Confirm current fees directly before paying a deposit.
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| 2026 tuition | EUR 18,300/year |
| Living costs | EUR 1,000–1,500/month |
| Visa fee | EUR 254 |
| Health insurance | from EUR 700/year |
| Books, a personal computer and transport | |
| Pre-master's programme | EUR 353.33 per credit (2025 rate; the 2026 fee is not yet published), about EUR 10,599.90 for 30 credits |
| Master's programme | EUR 21,900/year |
| Living costs | EUR 1,000–1,500/month |
Wageningen University & Research entry requirements
Set by the institution and grouped by level. English scores are minimums.
Bachelor's
- High school graduate with a leaving score of at least 8.0.
- Grades in Maths, Chemistry, Biology and Physics considered, depending on subject
- IELTS 6.0 with at least 6.0 in speaking and no retaken component, or PTE 61 with all components at 56 or above
Master's
- A bachelor's degree in a related field
- Previously completed modules and projects are taken into account
- A CV showing work experience, internships or relevant academic-level projects, if any.
- One of the following English results: IELTS 6.5 with 6.0 in speaking, or PTE 62 with 59 in speaking
- Other requirements depending on subject
Scholarships at Wageningen University & Research
- Master's scholarships
- Scholarships by invitation: 100% of tuition
- NL Scholarship: up to EUR 15,000
Frequently asked
How much does it cost to study at Wageningen University & Research?
Budget roughly US$38,100 a year in total — about US$24,600 in tuition and US$13,500 in living costs. Fees vary by programme; the schedule on this page lists what the institution publishes.
What are the entry requirements for Wageningen University & Research?
Requirements are set by level and listed in full on this page. High school graduate with a leaving score of at least 8.0.
Where is Wageningen University & Research?
Wageningen University & Research is in Wageningen, at Droevendaalsesteeg 2, Wageningen, Netherlands.
Can international students work while studying at Wageningen University & Research?
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.
