Netherlands Process and Requirements

What is the requirements to study in Netherlands?

 

- Universities have a wide range of requirements for every level of education in the Netherlands. So, there are never fixed qualifications or grading for applicants to pass for admissions.

 

- In an integrated admission process, even applications with the best scores or professional experience but no extracurricular activities can be rejected. 

 

- Admission authorities are also in search of applicants with special talents and personal subject interests to evaluate how they can contribute to the campus community. 

 

- You can also concentrate on exams like GRE and IELTS and score best to cover up for your average GPA. But again, don’t be disheartened if you end up getting passing or average scores. As we discussed above there are several factors for judging an application during admissions.

 

So, there are no restrictions on students with average academics to apply for their favorite university. 

 

Now, let’s check the general requirements for studying in the Netherlands: -

 

Requirements to study in Netherlands 

 

Admission Process

 

Generally, some Dutch universities accept applications through their websites which is mostly a customized online admission process. You have to make accounts either on university websites or on the Studielink website and submit the required information. The details for the application process and steps will be indicated to you through these accounts.  

 

General steps to follow for applying for admissions are: -

 

1. Research for colleges and universities for your desired course/subject.

2. Narrow down your options and contact or visit their official websites for detailed information.

3. Check eligibility from the details of respective universities 

4. Take the required language tests (TOEFL or IELTS or Staatsexamen NT2)

5. Register or make accounts on university websites or Studielink.

6. Apply to the chosen shortlisted universities

7. If shortlisted, you might have to give an interview.

8. If your application is accepted, initiate the visa procedure.

 

-     Exams required for Netherlands Universities

 

Language proficiency tests accepted in Netherlands are: -

- TOEFL IBT

- IELTS Academic

- PTE Academic

- C1 Advanced

- GMAT and GRE can be taken but not mandatory. However, taking one might benefit for admissions in Dutch universities.

 

The scores of these exams are crucial during the acceptance of your admission application, so you must start preparing and registering for these tests. Also, scoring high in these exams might help you with getting scholarships.

 

-     Finances

 

Arranging finances is a crucial and sometimes, most challenging stage for students and their parents. The Dutch government sponsors many financial schemes to make it affordable for Dutch students and fairly economical for international students. For international students, the fees are higher and range from $7000 - $18,000/year for bachelors and $9500 - $24,000/year for masters degree courses in public universities. For private universities, tuition costs are higher and can go up to $36,000 / year. Living costs for a student cost in the range of $940 - $1400/month. Other costs like student visa charges, application fees, standardized test fees, and travel costs can vary depending on various factors. 

 

  

-     Documents required

 

        A general list of documents while planning for studying must include the following:-

 

- Online Application form: - The form can be obtained from the official website of the selected universities. The form includes academic information and a summary of your previous educational courses and personal information. 

 

- Academic Transcripts: - Transcripts include details of your educational background, your mark sheets, special achievements, etc. You can get these from your previous school/college on request. 

 

- Academic Resume: - Some universities may demand a professional resume showing your personal, academic, and work details.  

 

- Letters of Recommendation (LOR): - Generally, 2 or 3 letters are required to submit before the deadline prescribed by the university. These may include your academic strengths, hidden potentials, teamwork, and technical skills, etc that are to be filled by your professors. 

 

- Standardized tests: - GRE test scores are not necessary to be provided unless it is a mandatory requirement. English Proficiency tests like TOEFL, IELTS, and SAT are required for applicants whose native language is not English and who do not have a bachelor’s degree from a US university where English is the fundamental language of instruction. 

 

- Dutch Language Test: - If you are going for a course in the Dutch language then you have to submit test results of the Staatsexamen NT2 test. This test is only required if you are applying for a program in Dutch.

 

- Motivation letter: - This letter is similar to your statement of purpose (SOP). This should represent your interest, reasons for joining the course specifically, future academic goals, Scientific and research interests, and motivations for further studies. 

 

- Other certificates or achievements: - You can also include certificates of achievements and work experience (if any).  

 

- Health Insurance: - Health insurance is essential for an international student in the Netherlands. It is also advised as safety for students by the Dutch government. 

 

- Proof of funds: - You may also be required to present receipts of available funds or bank statements to authorities to make sure you can take care of the living and tuition costs.

 

- Passport: - You must have a copy of your passport ready before applying for abroad studies.

 

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