Tilburg University
About
Tilburg University is a Dutch research university known for business, law, and social sciences, with tuition of €12,500/year — moderate for the Netherlands. IELTS 6.0 keeps entry accessible, and the €5,000 Holland Scholarship is open to RU, UA, KZ, and UZ students, with Ukrainian applicants able to add a €10,000 living-cost contribution from Tilburg itself.
Tilburg is a vibrant mid-sized city in the southern Netherlands with a strong student presence. The campus is integrated into the city centre, and the cost of living is more affordable than Amsterdam or Utrecht. You'll find active nightlife, cultural venues, and a multicultural community of international students alongside local Dutch culture.
Application deadlines
- SeptemberApr 01
Non-EU standard. Tilburg is relatively flexible. Some programmes: Feb 1 for early review.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to study at Tilburg University as a non-EU student?
Tuition for non-EU students at Tilburg University is €12500 per year. Living costs in Tilburg are separate.
What IELTS score do you need for Tilburg University?
English-taught programmes at Tilburg University 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 Tilburg University offer scholarships?
Institution-specific options: NL Scholarship: €10,000 living cost (UA eligible); Orange Tulip (RU): €4,450 tuition + €5,000 NL = €9,450 total; 4 awards/year. OTS for RU (4 places/year). NL Scholarship €10k for UA.
Where is Tilburg University located?
Tilburg University is in Tilburg, Netherlands. Warandelaan 2, 5037 AB Tilburg, Netherlands
What can you study at Tilburg University?
Fields offered include: Business, Economics, Law, Social Sciences, Humanities, Computer Science.
Accommodation
Affordable city. SSH Tilburg studio rooms from €280/mo. Good availability vs Amsterdam.
SourceScholarships
- 🎓NL Scholarship: €10,000 living cost (UA eligible)
- 🎓Orange Tulip (RU): €4,450 tuition + €5,000 NL = €9,450 total; 4 awards/year
- 🏛Holland/NL Scholarship: €5,000
OTS for RU (4 places/year). NL Scholarship €10k for UA.
National funding for this destination
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Why this works
- EU research university diploma is recognised across Europe and enables the one-year post-study job-search permit (Zoekjaar) in the Netherlands.
- Tuition is €12,500/year — moderate for a Dutch research university with strong business, law, and social-sciences faculties.
- IELTS minimum of 6.0 is accessible for most CIS applicants without additional English preparation.
- Holland Scholarship (€5,000) is open to RU, UA, KZ, and UZ students; UA students may also access a €10,000 living-cost contribution from Tilburg.
- Students can work 16 h/week during term and full-time in summer (June–August) without a separate work permit.
- Tilburg is a mid-size student city in the southern Netherlands with lower private-housing costs (€700–1,500/month) compared to Amsterdam or Rotterdam.
What to check
- Russian students face a confirmed SWIFT payment block to the Netherlands — tuition transfers require an intermediary and add complexity.
- Russian applicants may only apply through the Moscow embassy; no third-country visa application route is confirmed.
- Dormitory availability is unconfirmed — contact the university directly, and budget €450–900/month if a place is secured.
- Financial proof for the visa requires approximately €13,569 in a blocked account or a sponsor letter, which is a high bar for many CIS families.
- The Netherlands has a mild but persistently grey and rainy climate, which is a quality-of-life factor students from sunnier CIS regions consistently underestimate.
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