UvA welcomes students from all over the world and offers a variety of bachelor, master and doctorate programs. Check out the admissions requirements on our page.
Information is exploratory. For accurate information, refer to the official website of the school.
About UvA
University of Amsterdam (UvA) — public non-profit university. It is located in Amsterdam, Netherlands. The higher education institution was founded in the 17th century and is one of the oldest institutions in the country. UvA is an active member of European University Association (EUA), League of European Research Universities (LERU).
The institution is among the top-60 in the world, according to QS International University Ranking. The educational institution is in the top-60 of Times Higher Education World University Ranking.
At UvA, you can get a bachelor, master and doctorate degree in different fields of study.
Location
Amsterdam, Netherlands
Establishment year
1632
Students
35,709
International students
9,332
Female students
58%
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The academic calendar at UvA is divided into two semesters, as in many other universities in Netherlands. For convenience, tuition fees are calculated per year. The cost of study at UvA is the same for locals and foreigners — from 2,259 USD per year. With the help of scholarships, students can partially or fully cover the cost of education. Check the university website for up-to-date information on prices and scholarships.
In addition to the cost of education, it is necessary to pay attention to additional costs: accommodation, transportation, study materials, meals and personal expenses.
Academic calendar
Semesters
Scholarships
Yes
Bachelor
Local2,449USD/year
Foreign2,858USD/year
Master
Local2,449USD/year
Foreign12,927USD/year
Doctorate
2,259USD/year
Study programs at UvA
Law
Politics, Psychology, Law and Economics - Undergraduate Foundation Programme
Study degree
Pre-Bachelor
Study form
Full-time
Duration
9 months
Exams
IELTS
Study field
Social Sciences & Management
Law
Exam scores
IELTS — 5.5
Computer Science & IT
BSc Computational Social Science
Study degree
BSc
Study mode
On campus
Study form
Full-time
Duration
36 months
Exams
CAE, IELTS, TOEFL
Study field
Social Sciences & Management
Computer Science & IT
Engineering & Technology
Exam scores
TOEFL iBT — 92
Scholarships
Yes
Business Administration - Undergraduate Foundation Programme
Only students with a GPA of at least 3 are admitted to the undergraduate programs. Another important criterion for the selection committee is the results of entrance exams. Before applying to the university, you need to pass an exam for knowledge of the English language. The university accepts the results of IELTS or TOEFL. The minimum TOEFL score is 92. The IELTS score is not lower than 5.
GPA
3
IELTS
5
TOEFL iBT
92
Master's degree at UvA
The admission committee of the university takes into account the previous academic performance of the student. In order to enroll at UvA for a master's program, you will have to confirm knowledge of the English language. You can do this by passing the exam — IELTS or TOEFL. The minimum TOEFL score for admission is 92. IELTS — 6 or higher.
IELTS
6
TOEFL iBT
92
TOEFL PBT
580
Doctorate degree at UvA
If you decide to pursue a career in science and enroll in a doctoral program, you must pass the language exam — TOEFL. The minimum score for TOEFL is 100.
TOEFL iBT
100
UvA campus
The campus of UvA is located in Amsterdam. The urban campus is suitable for those students who, firstly, are used to independence, and secondly, cannot imagine their life without the hustle and bustle of a big metropolis. Students have access to the extensive scientific library of the university. The collection of scientific papers helps them in conducting research. Not only locals study at UvA, but also students from other countries. The variety of cultures represented broadens the horizons of students and fills student life with all sorts of activities, the purpose of which is cultural exchange.
After graduation, you can stay in Netherlands for another year. You can do this by extending your student visa or applying for a job search visa. Graduates of UvA find jobs without difficulty. One of the reasons is the good reputation of the university among employers, according to the results of the QS ranking. You can find other options for immigration in our article.
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