University of Twente
Enschede · Sitio web oficial ↗
University of Twente is in Enschede, Netherlands; its bachelor's degrees are taught in English. Tuition for international students: €12,652–€16,869 (≈ US$14,000–18,700) per year (2027-28 figure). Standard entry requirements: GCE A-levels 3 GCE A2-Levels at A, B or C, plus 3 (I)GCSE / GCE O-Levels at A, B or C or 4-9; six different subjects; International Baccalaureate (IB) diploma No minimum IB grade in general; diploma must be completed before the start of the academic year. Language: IELTS 6, TOEFL iBT 90. Applying: intake: September; application fee €100. Scholarships: 0 from the university; government scholarships: NL Scholarship.
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Los estudiantes internacionales también deben presupuestar seguro médico, visa y gastos de viaje que no se muestran aquí.
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Quick summary
| Cost per year | tuition €16,869 per year (≈ US$18,700) (varies by programme) |
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| Money from the college | No named scholarship is confirmed open to international students yet. Government scholarships for this country: NL Scholarship. |
| Chances of admission | GCE A-levels: 3 GCE A2-Levels at A, B or C, plus 3 (I)GCSE / GCE O-Levels at A, B or C or 4-9; six different subjects. International Baccalaureate (IB) diploma: No minimum IB grade in general; diploma must be completed before the start of the academic year. Requirements for other school qualifications differ by country — see the college's page ↗ English minimum: IELTS 6, TOEFL (1–6) 4.5, TOEFL 90, PTE 61. |
| Application deadlines | Earliest: 15 ene (Main round) Last round: Late applications, 1 jul. |
| Where and how students live | Enschede · 99 km from GRQ airport |
| Housing | not yet determined |
| Working while studying | Non-EU students with a residence permit for study may work only if their employer has a work permit (TWV) for them: at most 16 hours per week, or full-time in June, July and August. |
| After graduation | Orientation year for highly educated persons: a 1-year residence permit for graduates of an accredited Dutch bachelor's or master's programme; you may work freely during it. |
Plain-language summary of the verified details below. Where it says “not yet determined”, we have not found it on an official page yet.
Ayuda financiera y requisitos para estudiantes internacionales
| Becas por mérito | Not yet determined — consulta el sitio de la universidad ↗ |
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| Dominio del inglés | Examen de inglés obligatorio, salvo que se aplique una exención
Fuentes (6)Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad. “That's why prospective bachelor's students with an international diploma must meet the English language requirements.”www.utwente.nl ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“You are exempted from the English language requirement if:”www.utwente.nl ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“TOEFL iBT (internet-based) certificate (after January 2026) not older than two years, with an overall score of 4.5, and a minimum score of 4.5 on reading, listening and writing. For speaking a minimum score of 4 is required.”www.utwente.nl ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“TOEFL iBT (internet-based) certificate (before January 2026) not older than two years, with an overall score of 90, and a minimum score on each section of at least 21.”www.utwente.nl ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“IELTS (academic) certificate not older than two years, with an overall band score of at least 6.0, and a minimum score on each section of at least 5.5.”www.utwente.nl ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“PTE Academic certificate not older than two years, with an overall score of at least 61, and a minimum score on each section of 56 (Listening, Reading, Writing, Speaking).”www.utwente.nl ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12 |
| Conditional admission / English pathway | Yes — conditional admission or an English pathway is offeredFuentes (2)Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad. “CONDITIONALLY ACCEPTED - You've received an email with an admission notice for your application, together with instructions on how you need to confirm your application.”www.utwente.nl ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“If you've received a conditional admission : this means that you do not yet fully comply with all the requirements for the study programme of your choice.”www.utwente.nl ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12 |
| Degree programmes taught in English | YesFuentes (2)Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad. “11 of our 20 Bachelor of Science programmes are taught in English”www.utwente.nl ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“100% English-taught”www.utwente.nl ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12 |
Programmes
| Bachelor's programme | Programmes taught in English: Advanced Technology · 3 years (reference) Fuente (2)Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad. “Advanced Technology”www.utwente.nl ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“BSc 3 years Full-time 100% English-taught”www.utwente.nl ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12Programmes taught in English: Applied Mathematics · 3 years Fuente (2)Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad. “Applied Mathematics”www.utwente.nl ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“BSc 3 years Full-time 100% English-taught”www.utwente.nl ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12Programmes taught in English: Applied Physics · 3 years Fuente (2)Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad. “Applied Physics”www.utwente.nl ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“BSc 3 years Full-time 100% English-taught”www.utwente.nl ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12Programmes taught in English: Chemical Science & Engineering · 3 years Fuente (2)Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad. “Chemical Science & Engineering”www.utwente.nl ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“BSc 3 years Full-time 100% English-taught”www.utwente.nl ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12Programmes taught in English: Civil Engineering · 3 years Fuente (2)Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad. “Civil Engineering”www.utwente.nl ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“BSc 3 years Full-time 100% English-taught”www.utwente.nl ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12Programmes taught in English: Communication Science · 3 years Fuente (2)Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad. “Communication Science”www.utwente.nl ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“BSc 3 years Full-time 100% English-taught”www.utwente.nl ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12Programmes taught in English: Creative Technology · 3 years Fuente (2)Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad. “Creative Technology”www.utwente.nl ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“BSc 3 years Full-time 100% English-taught”www.utwente.nl ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12Programmes taught in English: Electrical Engineering · 3 years (reference) Fuente (2)Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad. “Electrical Engineering”www.utwente.nl ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“BSc 3 years Full-time 100% English-taught”www.utwente.nl ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12Programmes taught in English: Industrial Engineering & Management · 3 years Fuente (2)Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad. “Industrial Engineering & Management”www.utwente.nl ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“BSc 3 years Full-time 100% English-taught”www.utwente.nl ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12Programmes taught in English: International Business Administration · 3 years Fuente (2)Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad. “International Business Administration”www.utwente.nl ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“BSc 3 years Full-time 100% English-taught”www.utwente.nl ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12Programmes taught in English: Mechanical Engineering · 3 years (reference) Fuente (2)Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad. “Mechanical Engineering”www.utwente.nl ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“BSc 3 years Full-time 100% English-taught”www.utwente.nl ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12Programmes taught in English: Public Administration · 3 years (reference) Fuente (2)Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad. “Public Administration”www.utwente.nl ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“BSc 3 years Full-time 100% English-taught”www.utwente.nl ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12Programmes taught in English: Technical Computer Science · 3 years Fuente (2)Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad. “Technical Computer Science”www.utwente.nl ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“BSc 3 years Full-time 100% English-taught”www.utwente.nl ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12 |
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Applying
| Academic entry requirement for your school qualification |
Requirements for other school qualifications differ by country — see the college's page ↗ |
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| Intakes (start months) for first-year entry | September Fuente (2)Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad. “You can apply from October onwards for the upcoming September intake (no February intake available).”www.utwente.nl ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“Please note that bachelor's programmes do not have a February intake; this option is available only for (pre-)master's programmes.”www.utwente.nl ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12 |
| Application fee | €100 one-time (≈ US$111) Fuente (2)Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad. “All students holding a non-Dutch educational degree have to pay an application fee of €100 for an application to a bachelor's programme.”www.utwente.nl ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“This means that your application will only be reviewed once the application fee has been paid and the money has been received by UT. The application fee will not be refunded.”www.utwente.nl ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12 |
| Application requirement | Credential evaluation (e.g. WES): Optional Fuente (1)Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad. “During the application process, you may be asked to provide the International Credential Evaluation (IDW) document. Uploading an IDW statement is not mandatory.”www.utwente.nl ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12English proficiency test: Required Fuente (1)Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad. “Every international student applying for bachelor's programme must provide the University of Twente with proof of sufficient English language proficiency.”www.utwente.nl ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12Passport copy: Required Fuente (1)Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad. “Please upload a valid and legible copy of: the personal details page(s) of your international passport, or”www.utwente.nl ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12School transcript / academic records: Required Fuente (2)Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad. “As part of your application, you are required to upload your diploma certificate(s) and academic records.”www.utwente.nl ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“If you have graduated: a copy of your diploma certificate and your official final transcript of records.”www.utwente.nl ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12 |
Government scholarships for studying in Netherlands
Funded by the government, not by the university; check whether this university takes part and the application route.
NL Scholarship
Dutch Ministry of Education, Culture and Science
€5,000 (≈ US$5,500)
- Amount: €5,000 (≈ US$5,500) (2027-28 figure)
Fuentes (4)
Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad.
“The scholarship amounts to € 5,000. You will receive this in the first year of your studies. Please note that this is not a full-tuition scholarship.”www.studyinnl.org ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-11“This scholarship is financed by the Dutch Ministry of Education, Culture and Science as well as several Dutch research universities and universities of applied sciences.”www.studyinnl.org ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-11“The NL Scholarship is meant for international students from outside the European Economic Area (EEA) who want to do their bachelor’s or master’s in the Netherlands.”www.studyinnl.org ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-11“The application period for the 2027-2028 academic year is currently open.”www.studyinnl.org ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-11Deadlines (2027 entry)
| Application | 1 may (reference)Fuente (2)Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad. “Below are the general deadlines for applications. Please note that some programmes have different deadlines.”www.utwente.nl ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“VISA STUDENTS Apply with required documents (in Studielink & Osiris) before: 1 MAY”www.utwente.nl ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12 |
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| Late applications — Application | 1 jul (reference)Fuente (1)Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad. “NON-VISA STUDENTS (Including Dutch nationals with a foreign diploma) Apply with required documents (in Studielink & Osiris) before: 1 JULY”www.utwente.nl ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12 |
| Application (Psychology (English track)) | 15 eneFuente (3)Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad. “The Bachelor's in Psychology and the Dutch-taught Bachelor's in Technical Medicine have a limited number of available places (numerus fixus), which means you can only be admitted via a specific selection procedure.”www.utwente.nl ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“NUMERUS FIXUS STUDIES”www.utwente.nl ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“Apply with required documents (in Studielink & Osiris) before: 15 JANUARY”www.utwente.nl ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12 |
Dates as published by the college; check the official page for time zones and supporting-document deadlines.
Costs for international students
| Tuition | Higher rate bachelor's programmes: €16,869 per year (≈ US$18,700) (2027–28 figure) Lower rate bachelor's programmes: €12,652 per year (≈ US$14,000) (2027–28 figure) |
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| Housing and meals | Not yet determined — consulta el sitio de la universidad ↗ |
| Living costs (college estimate) | €1,311 per month (≈ US$1,500) (reference) |
| Student health insurance | Not yet determined — consulta el sitio de la universidad ↗ |
| Health insurance rule for the student visa | You must have health insurance. With a residence permit for study, foreign health insurance with coverage in the Netherlands is enough — unless you are going to work, in which case you must take out Dutch health insurance. |
| Living costs you must show for the student visa (government amount, excluding tuition and travel) | €15,000 per year (≈ US$16,600) (reference) |
Fuentes (8)
Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad.
“For 2027/2028 (Sep-Aug), Bachelor tuition fees for bachelor's programmes are:”www.utwente.nl ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“Non EU/EEA nationalities *Lower rate: €12,652 or Higher rate: €16,869”www.utwente.nl ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“According to Nibud, the Dutch National Institute for Family Finance Information (nibud.nl), studying and living in the Netherlands will cost you, on average, about 1,300 euros a month, excluding tuition fees”www.utwente.nl ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“Total average per month € 1,311”www.utwente.nl ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“By law, you must have healthcare insurance.”www.studyinnl.org ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-11“Do you have a residence permit for study, working holiday (WHS/WHP) or cultural exchange? It is enough to have foreign health insurance with coverage in the Netherlands. Unless you are going to work. In that case you must take out Dutch health insurance.”www.studyinnl.org ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-11“Non-EEA students are also required to provide proof of sufficient financial means for living in the Netherlands. Bachelor/Master students need to prove financial means of € 15.000, whereas Exchange students need to prove € 1.250 per month.”www.utwente.nl ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12“To prove your financial means, the University of Twente will ask you for a scholarship award letter and/or bank statement.”www.utwente.nl ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-12US$ figures are approximate, converted at the European Central Bank reference rate of 2026-11-12; the college charges in its own currency.
Work and after graduation
| Work allowed while studying (rule as stated by the government) | Non-EU students with a residence permit for study may work only if their employer has a work permit (TWV) for them: at most 16 hours per week, or full-time in June, July and August. government rule Fuente (2)Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad. “Do you want to employ a foreign student with a residence permit for the purpose of study? A foreign student is only allowed to work if you have a work permit (in Dutch: tewerkstellingsvergunning or TWV) for the student.”ind.nl ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-11“The student is allowed to work maximally 16 hours per week, or fulltime in June, July and August.”ind.nl ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-11 |
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| Work hours allowed per week during term (student visa) | 16 government rule Fuente (1)Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad. “The student is allowed to work maximally 16 hours per week, or fulltime in June, July and August.”ind.nl ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-11 |
| Post-study work visa (name and length) | Orientation year for highly educated persons: a 1-year residence permit for graduates of an accredited Dutch bachelor's or master's programme; you may work freely during it. (reference) government rule Fuente (3)Citado en el inglés original del sitio web de la universidad. “An accredited bachelor's or master's degree programme at a Dutch higher education institution.”ind.nl ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-11“The residence permit for the orientation year for highly educated persons is valid for 1 year.”ind.nl ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-11“You may work freely in the Netherlands or do an internship.”ind.nl ↗ · revisado el 2026-11-11 |
Ubicación
| City / state | Enschede |
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| Nearest major airport | Groningen Airport Eelde (GRQ), about 99 km in a straight line |
| Map | View on OpenStreetMap ↗ |
Location from Wikidata Q1547084 (CC0); airport from OurAirports (public-domain data).