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Maastricht University

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Maastricht University is in Maastricht, Netherlands; its bachelor's degrees are taught in English. Tuition for international students: €13,400–€18,700 (≈ US$14,900–20,800) per year (2027-28 figure). Standard entry requirements: International A-Levels 3 International A-Levels in academic subjects with grade A, B or C + 3 GCSEs; International Baccalaureate Diploma at least 3 Higher Level (HL) subjects; Non-Dutch diploma equivalent to the Dutch VWO diploma. Language: IELTS 6, TOEFL iBT 80. Applying: intake: September; application fee €100. Scholarships: 2 from the university; government scholarships: NL Scholarship.

✓ 40 facts from 21 official pages, each with the exact sentence it comes from · checked 2026-11-12 · How we verify

International students should also budget for health insurance, visa and travel costs not shown here.

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Quick summary

Cost per yeartuition €13,400 per year (≈ US$14,900) (varies by programme)
The college asks you to show €1,250 in available funds for the student visa (visa paperwork). This is proof you can pay, not a bill.
Money from the collegeMerit scholarships: international students can receive them.
No named scholarship is confirmed open to international students yet.
Prof. Jo Ritzen Scholarship: only for students from Belgium, France, Luxembourg.
Government scholarships for this country: NL Scholarship.
Chances of admissionInternational A-Levels: 3 International A-Levels in academic subjects with grade A, B or C + 3 GCSEs. International Baccalaureate Diploma: at least 3 Higher Level (HL) subjects. Requirements for other school qualifications differ by country — see the college's page ↗ English minimum: IELTS 6, TOEFL (1–6) 4.5, TOEFL 80, PTE 61.
Application deadlinesEarliest: Jan 15 (Main round) Last round: Main round, Apr 1.
Where and how students liveMaastricht · 9 km from MST airport
HousingFirst-year housing: Not offered
Working while studyingnot yet determined
After graduationnot yet determined

Plain-language summary of the verified details below. Where it says “not yet determined”, we have not found it on an official page yet.

Financial aid & requirements for international students

Merit scholarshipsYes — international students can receive merit scholarships (reference)
Sources (1)
“UM offers several scholarships to support top-performing undergraduate and graduate students with personal development potential who are experiencing financial difficulties in pursuing a degree at UM.”
www.maastrichtuniversity.nl ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
English proficiencyEnglish test required unless an exemption applies
  • TOEFL iBT (new 1–6 scale): 4.5
  • TOEFL iBT (old 0–120 scale): 80
  • IELTS overall: 6
  • PTE Academic: 61
Sources (6)
“Applicants who hold a non-Dutch diploma and meet the admission requirements of article 2.2, may only register for the programme if they have the required level of English, corresponding to an academic IELTS 6.0 at least.”
www.maastrichtuniversity.nl ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“an International or European Baccalaureate, a US high school or UK GCE A-levels;”
www.maastrichtuniversity.nl ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“TOEFL iBT: 80 (obtained before 2026) or 4.5 (obtained from 2026)”
www.maastrichtuniversity.nl ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“TOEFL with a score of at least 550 (paper-based), or 80 (internet-based);”
www.maastrichtuniversity.nl ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“IELTS with a score of at least 6.0;”
www.maastrichtuniversity.nl ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“Pearson PTE Academic: minimum score of 61”
www.maastrichtuniversity.nl ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
Conditional admission / English pathwayNo conditional admission (reference)
Sources (2)
“We are sorry to inform you that the Foundation Programme will no longer be offered due to external circumstances.”
www.maastrichtuniversity.nl ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“Since we will not be able to offer the Foundation Programme, we have stopped accepting students who have already applied and stopped accepting new applications.”
www.maastrichtuniversity.nl ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
Degree programmes taught in EnglishYes
Sources (1)
“As English is the language of instruction in this study programme, it is essential that your English language skills are good enough for you to undertake intensive and challenging academic courses that are taught and examined in English.”
www.maastrichtuniversity.nl ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
The college's own entrance examinationYes
Sources (1)
“If you do not hold the required diploma or do not meet the additional admission requirements, you may still be eligible for admission by successfully passing an entrance examination, known as the Colloquium Doctum.”
www.maastrichtuniversity.nl ↗ · checked 2026-11-12

Scholarships for first-year students

UM NL Global Studies Scholarship

Merit + needEligibility not statedRenewable
Full cost of attendance
  • Amount: Full cost of attendance
  • Financial need: Required
  • Renewal: Renewable — up to 3 years
Sources (4)
“The UM NL Global Studies Scholarship offers one full coverage scholarship (including a tuition fee waiver and monthly stipend) per academic year for a selected number of top-performing bachelor students from eligible countries with personal development potential who have been (conditionally) admitted to the Global Studies study programme.”
www.maastrichtuniversity.nl ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“The amount of € 20,150 for living expenses (€ 1,550 per month) covers the following expenses and can be broken down as follows (amounts are subject to change):”
www.maastrichtuniversity.nl ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“Incoming bachelor students with demonstratable financial need from eligible countries and with strong personal development potential that can be uniquely supported by the Global Studies study programme.”
www.maastrichtuniversity.nl ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“36 months for the bachelor's programme in Global Studies”
www.maastrichtuniversity.nl ↗ · checked 2026-11-12

Prof. Jo Ritzen Scholarship

MeritCitizens of Belgium, France, Luxembourg onlyRenewable
Full tuition
  • Who can receive it: Students from Belgium, France, Luxembourg
  • Amount: Full tuition (2026-27 figure)
  • Renewal: Renewable — up to 3 years
Sources (4)
“The UFL Prof. Jo Ritzen scholarship covers the tuition fee for the ELS programme for a maximum of 3 years.”
www.maastrichtuniversity.nl ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“Tuition fee refund 2026/27 € 2694,-”
www.maastrichtuniversity.nl ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“Applicants must hold a Belgium, Luxembourgian or French passport and meet the requirements for obtaining a Dutch visa (MVV residence permit).”
www.maastrichtuniversity.nl ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“The scholarship will be awarded to a talented bachelor's student who has been admitted to the unique bachelor’s programme in European Law School (ELS) at LAW starting in September 2026.”
www.maastrichtuniversity.nl ↗ · checked 2026-11-12

Programmes

Bachelor's programme
Programmes taught in English: European Studies · 3 years
Source (2)
“Language English”
www.maastrichtuniversity.nl ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“This is a three-year, full-time programme”
www.maastrichtuniversity.nl ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
Programmes taught in English: Global Studies · 3 years
Source (2)
“Language English”
www.maastrichtuniversity.nl ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“This is a three-year, full-time programme”
www.maastrichtuniversity.nl ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
Programmes taught in English: International Business · 3 years
Source (2)
“Language English”
www.maastrichtuniversity.nl ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“This is a three-year, full-time programme.”
www.maastrichtuniversity.nl ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
Programmes taught in English: Psychology · 3 years
Source (2)
“Language Dutch English”
www.maastrichtuniversity.nl ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“This is a three-year, full-time programme.”
www.maastrichtuniversity.nl ↗ · checked 2026-11-12

Applying

Academic entry requirement for your school qualification
  • International A-Levels: 3 International A-Levels in academic subjects with grade A, B or C + 3 GCSEs ↗
  • International Baccalaureate Diploma: at least 3 Higher Level (HL) subjects ↗
  • Non-Dutch diploma equivalent to the Dutch VWO diploma ↗
Requirements for other school qualifications differ by country — see the college's page ↗
Intakes (start months) for first-year entry
September
Source (1)
“The bachelor’s programme in International Business starts in September.”
www.maastrichtuniversity.nl ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
Application fee
€100 one-time (≈ US$111) (reference)
Source (2)
“Applicants whose diploma is based on a non-EU/EEA* curriculum need to pay a handling fee of € 100 (excl. bank costs) at the start of the application process for all UM bachelor, master and pre-master programmes.”
www.maastrichtuniversity.nl ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“Your application will be rejected, if the handling fee is not paid.”
www.maastrichtuniversity.nl ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
Application requirement
Global Studies: Passport copy: Required
Source (1)
“A copy of your valid passport or your EU/EEA identity card”
www.maastrichtuniversity.nl ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
Global Studies: College-specific essays: Required
Source (1)
“The motivation statement should be completed using the template provided in the MyApplication portal. The statement includes 7 questions, which allow you to demonstrate your knowledge of the programme, how the programme suits your needs and interests, and what you would contribute to the community of Global Studies.”
www.maastrichtuniversity.nl ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
Global Studies: School transcript / academic records: Required
Source (1)
“A copy of your most recent grades transcript and a copy of your diploma if you have already obtained it.”
www.maastrichtuniversity.nl ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
International Business: Passport copy: Required
Source (1)
“A copy of your valid passport or your EU/EEA identity card”
www.maastrichtuniversity.nl ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
International Business: College-specific essays: Required
Source (1)
“The International Classroom Essay is submitted via web form in the MyApplication portal. It consists of six questions you need to answer.”
www.maastrichtuniversity.nl ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
International Business: School transcript / academic records: Required
Source (1)
“Please upload an official grades transcript of your last two years of secondary education in the MyApplication portal under the task 'Upload diploma / grades transcript'.”
www.maastrichtuniversity.nl ↗ · checked 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$5,600)
  • Amount: €5,000 (≈ US$5,600) (2027-28 figure)
Sources (4)
“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 ↗ · checked 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 ↗ · checked 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 ↗ · checked 2026-11-11
“The application period for the 2027-2028 academic year is currently open.”
www.studyinnl.org ↗ · checked 2026-11-11

Deadlines (2027 entry)

Application (European Studies)Apr 1 (reference)
Source (3)
“The deadlines below are applicable for applicants who want to start their studies in September 2027.”
www.maastrichtuniversity.nl ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“1 April 2027, 23:59 CET Deadline for applicants with a non-EU/EEA nationality to: apply via Studielink”
www.maastrichtuniversity.nl ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“As soon as possible after 1 October 2026 Apply via Studielink* (open for applications for the academic year 2027-2028 from 1 October)”
www.maastrichtuniversity.nl ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
Application (Global Studies)Apr 1 (reference)
Source (3)
“The deadlines below are applicable for applicants who want to start their studies in September 2027.”
www.maastrichtuniversity.nl ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“1 April 2027, 23:59 CET Deadline for applicants with a non-EU/EEA nationality to: apply via Studielink”
www.maastrichtuniversity.nl ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“As soon as possible after 1 October 2026 Apply via Studielink* (open for applications for the academic year 2027-2028 from 1 October)”
www.maastrichtuniversity.nl ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
Scholarship application (Global Studies)Feb 1
Source (1)
“Applications are open from 1 October 2026 until 1 February 2027 at 23:59 CET.”
www.maastrichtuniversity.nl ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
Application (International Business)Jan 15
Source (3)
“The deadlines below are applicable for applicants who want to start their studies in September 2027.”
www.maastrichtuniversity.nl ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“15 January 2027, 23:59 CET Deadline for all applicants to: apply via Studielink”
www.maastrichtuniversity.nl ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“As soon as possible after 1 October 2026 Apply via Studielink* (open for applications for the academic year 2027-2028 from 1 October)”
www.maastrichtuniversity.nl ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
Application (Psychology)Jan 15
Source (3)
“The deadlines below are applicable for applicants who want to start their studies in September 2027.”
www.maastrichtuniversity.nl ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“15 January 2027, 23:59 CET Deadline for all applicants to: apply via Studielink”
www.maastrichtuniversity.nl ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“As soon as possible from 1 October 2026 Apply via Studielink * (open for applications for the academic year 2027-2028 from 1 October)”
www.maastrichtuniversity.nl ↗ · checked 2026-11-12

Dates as published by the college; check the official page for time zones and supporting-document deadlines.

Costs for international students

TuitionEuropean Studies: €13,400 per year (≈ US$14,900) (2027–28 figure)
Global Studies: €18,700 per year (≈ US$20,800) (2027–28 figure)
International Business: €13,400 per year (≈ US$14,900) (2027–28 figure)
Psychology: €13,400 per year (≈ US$14,900) (2027–28 figure)
Housing and mealsNot yet determined — check the college site ↗
Living costs (college estimate)Not yet determined — check the college site ↗
Student health insuranceNot yet determined — check the college site ↗
Living costs you must show for the student visa (government amount, excluding tuition and travel)Not yet determined — check the college site ↗
Proof of funds for the student visa€1,250 per month (≈ US$1,400) (reference)
Funds you must document for the first year to receive the student visa (needed for the student visa).
Sources (5)
“Academic year 2027/28 The statutory tuition fee (generally for EU/EEA students) for this programme is: €2,771 The institutional tuition fee (generally for non-EU/EEA students) for this programme is: €13,400”
www.maastrichtuniversity.nl ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“Academic year 2027/28 The statutory tuition fee (generally for EU/EEA students) for this programme is: €4,595 The institutional tuition fee (generally for non-EU/EEA students) for this programme is: €18,700”
www.maastrichtuniversity.nl ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“Academic year 2027/28 The statutory tuition fee (generally for EU/EEA students) for this programme is: €2,771 The institutional tuition fee (generally for non-EU/EEA students) for this programme is: €13,400”
www.maastrichtuniversity.nl ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“Academic year 2027/28 The statutory tuition fee (generally for EU/EEA students) for this programme is: €2,771 The institutional tuition fee (generally for non-EU/EEA students) for this programme is: €13,400”
www.maastrichtuniversity.nl ↗ · checked 2026-11-12
“Proof of sufficient financial means of € 1,250 for each month you will be enrolled.”
www.maastrichtuniversity.nl ↗ · checked 2026-11-12

US$ figures are approximate, converted at the European Central Bank reference rate of 2026-11-11; the college charges in its own currency.

Where students live

First-year on-campus housing
Not offered
Source (1)
“Please know that Maastricht University (UM) cannot help you because we don’t offer student accommodation.”
www.maastrichtuniversity.nl ↗ · checked 2026-11-12

Work and after graduation

Work allowed while studying (rule as stated by the government)Not yet determined — check the college site ↗
Post-study work visa (name and length)Not yet determined — check the college site ↗

Location

City / stateMaastricht
Nearest major airportMaastricht Aachen Airport (MST), about 9 km in a straight line
MapView on OpenStreetMap ↗

Location from Wikidata Q1137652 (CC0); airport from OurAirports (public-domain data).

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