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Erasmus University Rotterdam

ยท Public University

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Erasmus University Rotterdam: the applicant's brief

6 findings
  1. The short answer

    Erasmus University Rotterdam is a public research university in Rotterdam, Netherlands. It suits international applicants who want a university in the Dutch public system and are comfortable checking programme-level details directly with the institution.

  2. What you can study

    Erasmus University Rotterdam is a public research university. The available information does not list subject areas or specific programmes, so the programme catalogue is still being compiled and should be checked on the universityโ€™s official website before applying.

  3. Getting in

    International applicants should apply through the universityโ€™s official admissions channels and verify entry requirements, document lists, deadlines, and programme-specific conditions on the official website. If you are applying from abroad, confirm whether your chosen programme has any language or qualification requirements before submitting an application.

  4. What it costs

    The university does not publish a tuition fee range in the available information; confirm the current cost with its admissions office. Living costs in Rotterdam will depend on housing, transport, and daily spending, so plan a separate budget for those.

  5. Coming from abroad

    The available information does not state the language of instruction, so check that on the official website before applying. If you are moving from abroad, also confirm visa needs, housing options, health insurance, and whether your previous qualifications meet the programmeโ€™s entry rules.

  6. How it compares

    There are 49 universities in the Netherlands, so Erasmus University Rotterdam sits in a fairly crowded higher-education system. Its clear differentiator in the available information is that it is a public research university in Rotterdam, which makes it a straightforward option for students looking for a research-focused public institution in a major Dutch city.

Written from this university's catalogue entry and its cited encyclopedia summary. Figures are only shown where the institution or a cited source publishes them โ€” always confirm fees and entry requirements with the university itself before applying.

Questions about Erasmus University Rotterdam

What type of institution is Erasmus University Rotterdam?

It is a public research university.

Where is Erasmus University Rotterdam located?

It is located in Rotterdam, Netherlands.

What is the official website of Erasmus University Rotterdam?

http://www.eur.nl/

How many universities are there in the Netherlands?

There are 49 universities in the Netherlands.

Overview

Erasmus University Rotterdam is a public research university located in Rotterdam, Netherlands. The university is named after Desiderius Erasmus Roterodamus, a 15th-century Christian humanist and theologian.

Programs at Erasmus University Rotterdam

10 programs across 1 study levels.

Bachelor's Degree

Bachelor's Degree Business & Management

Bedrijfskunde

Erasmus University Rotterdam

โฑ 3 jaren ๐ŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Economics & Public Policy

Bestuurskunde

Erasmus University Rotterdam

โฑ 3 jaren ๐ŸŽ“ Full Time
Bachelor's Degree Law

Criminologie

Erasmus University Rotterdam

โฑ 3 jaren ๐ŸŽ“ Full Time

Tuition fees & costs

Indicative annual tuition

On request

Indicative living cost

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Fees vary by programme and are indicative. Confirm exact fees with the university before applying.

Admission requirements

How to apply

  1. 1Check the entry requirements and intake dates for your chosen programme on the official university website.
  2. 2Confirm you meet the academic requirements (high-school certificate, bachelorโ€™s degree or equivalent) for the programme.
  3. 3Apply directly through the university admission portal, or via its official application platform.
  4. 4Submit your transcripts and English-proficiency scores (IELTS / TOEFL / Duolingo English Test) and pay the application fee.
  5. 5On receiving your offer letter, accept it and begin your student-visa process for Netherlands.

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Last updated 29 Aug 2026. Information is provided for guidance โ€” verify with official sources before applying.

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