Erasmus Universiteit Rotterdam
About
Erasmus University Rotterdam, a research university (WO), teaches business, economics, law, health, and social sciences for €13,000/year — moderate for this tier of Dutch education. IELTS 6.0 keeps entry accessible for well-prepared applicants, and the one-year job-search permit after graduation (Zoekjaar) plus €5,000 Holland Scholarship apply to RU/UA/KZ/UZ graduates.
Rotterdam is a gritty, reinvented city on the waterfront with a contemporary energy. It's cheaper than Amsterdam but more dynamic than many Dutch towns. The student scene is active, museums and cultural venues abound, and the city feels like it's constantly building something new.
Application deadlines
- SeptemberJan 15
Non-EU standard. IBA (International Business Administration) has Dec 1 numerus-fixus deadline.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to study at Erasmus Universiteit Rotterdam as a non-EU student?
Tuition for non-EU students at Erasmus Universiteit Rotterdam is €13000 per year. Living costs in Rotterdam are separate.
What IELTS score do you need for Erasmus Universiteit Rotterdam?
English-taught programmes at Erasmus Universiteit Rotterdam typically require IELTS 6 or equivalent. Confirm the exact requirement per programme on the official admissions page.
How much money do you need to show for a student visa to Netherlands?
For a student residence permit in Netherlands you must prove €13,569 per year (2026, Immigration service (IND) — required amounts: https://ind.nl/en/required-amounts-income-requirements).
Does Erasmus Universiteit Rotterdam offer scholarships?
Institution-specific options: Erasmus Excellence Scholarship: non-EEA eligible (details at eur.nl). Check eur.nl for current Erasmus Excellence amounts and deadlines.
Where is Erasmus Universiteit Rotterdam located?
Erasmus Universiteit Rotterdam is in Rotterdam, Netherlands. Burgemeester Oudlaan 50, 3062 PA Rotterdam, Netherlands
What can you study at Erasmus Universiteit Rotterdam?
Fields offered include: Business, Economics, Law, Health, Social Sciences.
Accommodation
More affordable than Amsterdam. SSH Rotterdam campus rooms from €280/mo; private studios €650-900.
SourceScholarships
- 🎓Erasmus Excellence Scholarship: non-EEA eligible (details at eur.nl)
- 🏛Holland/NL Scholarship: €5,000
Check eur.nl for current Erasmus Excellence amounts and deadlines.
National funding for this destination
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Why this works
- Tuition of €13,000/year is moderate for a research university (WO) in the Netherlands.
- IELTS 6.0 entry requirement is accessible for well-prepared CIS applicants.
- Strong focus on business, economics, law, and social sciences — high-demand fields globally.
- Holland Scholarship (€5,000 one-time) is available to RU, UA, KZ, UZ citizens.
- Netherlands grants a 1-year post-graduation permit (Zoekjaar) to search for work in the EU.
- Students may work 16 h/week term-time and full-time in summer without a separate work permit.
What to check
- Russian attestat (11 years) equates to HAVO, not VWO — direct admission to a research university (WO) is impossible without a preparatory year before the degree (foundation year).
- IBA programme is numerus fixus: meeting minimums does not guarantee admission; selection is competitive.
- RU students face payment difficulties: SWIFT transfers to the Netherlands are blocked.
- BY citizens have no confirmed standard visa pathway — the Dutch immigration service (IND) must be contacted individually.
- Rotterdam is a major port city with higher private housing costs (€700–1,500/month), adding pressure to the budget.
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