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Erasmus University Rotterdam: Rankings, Popular Courses, Fees

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#87 in World

#6 in Netherlands

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Erasmus University Rotterdam application deadline for international students is May 1, 2026, for Late application.

About Erasmus University Rotterdam

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Year of establishment
1913
Also known as
EUR
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Total foreign students
5810
No. of campus
1
Scholarships available
3
Endowment value
INR 588 million
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UG/PG course ratio
4.36
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Q:   What is the acceptance rate for Rotterdam?
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Erasmus University Rotterdam acceptance rate is 53%. The university Admission process involves a thorough evaluation process, Considering academic excellence, essays, Letter of recommendation, SOP, extracurricular activities, etc.

Q:   Is Erasmus University Rotterdam public or private?
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  • Erasmus University Rotterdam is a public research university in Rotterdam, Netherlands.
  • Erasmus University Rotterdam has an overall ranking of #80 in world and #6 in Netherlands, as per Shiksha Rankings.
  • EUR offers quality education through its 7 academic schools, 2 institutes, and 1 university college.
Q:   Is Erasmus University Rotterdam good for international students?
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Yes, Erasmus University Rotterdam is among the top choice of international students in the Netherlands. EUR is home to over 6,500 international students from more than 100 nations. Erasmus University Rotterdam ranked at #80 in World by Shiksha Popularity Rankings.

Erasmus University Rotterdam Ranking 2026

#87

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#6

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Q:   What is the ranking of Erasmus University Rotterdam in the world?
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Erasmus University Rotterdam is one of the top ranked universities for higher education in the world. Shiksha Popularity Rankings rank Erasmus University Rotterdam at #80 in world. Top ranking bodies worldwide ranks EUR that are listed below-

Ranking Authorities

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Shiksha Popularity Rankings

#80 in world and #6 in Netherlands

Times Higher Education 2026

#107 in World University Rankings

QS Rankings 2026

#140 in QS World University Rankings

US News and World Report 2026

#76 in Best Global Universities

Erasmus University Rotterdam Admission 2026

  • Application fees :Euro 100
  • Type of deadline :Depends on course
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Type of documentsApplicable for
SOPNot required
LORNeeded for few courses
EssaysNeeded for few courses
CVNeeded for few courses
Additional documentsRequired
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Q:   What are the deadlines to apply at Erasmus University Rotterdam for international students?
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There are no general admissions deadlines to apply at Erasmus University Rotterdam. Each and every programme at EUR has its own admission deadline and thus vary from course to course. However, for international students applying through 'Studielink' application portal we have given the general admission deadline.

Intakes

Deadline

Regular Application

Jan 15, 2027

Late Application

May 1, 2026

PG

Apr 15, 2026

Q:   How to apply for Erasmus University Rotterdam?
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Erasmus University Rotterdam offers a number of UG and PG programs through its 7 schools and 2 institutes. International student can apply for bachelor's programs through 'Studielink' application portal. For postgraduate programs, international students can apply directly through the EUR Portal

Q:   How long does it take to hear back from Erasmus University Rotterdam?
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The length of time hearing back from the  Erasmus University Rotterdamvaries depending on the programme and the application volume received. The processing time may be extended if certain required documents still need to be included. However, if the applicants applied in the late admission intake then they will hear back by May 31, 2026 at the latest. 

Q:   What is the application fee for Erasmus University Rotterdam?
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Erasmus University Rotterdam offers a number of degree programs at the UG and PG levels. International students can apply online through the 'Studielink' application portal. Generally, the application fee for programs Erasmus University Rotterdam is EUR 100 per application







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Erasmus University Rotterdam Scholarships

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Q:   Does Erasmus offer scholarships for international students?
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Erasmus University Rotterdam offes a number of scholarships to international students to help them with their finanical situations. There are plenty of scholarships at various levels to support international students financially. Here we have given brief details of some scholarships of Erasmus Universit Rotterdam-

  • ISS-OAS scholarship
  • ISS Scholarship Fund for Excellent Students
  • Ghana Education Trust Fund (GETFund)
  • Erasmus Trustfonds Scholarship
  • Erasmus Trustfonds and TSH Changemaker Scholarship
Q:   What is Erasmus University NL Scholarship?
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Erasmus University NL Scholarship given by the Dutch Ministry of Education, Culture & Science and Erasmus University Rotterdam. This scholarship is given only to non-EEA internaitonal students. The award for this scholarship ranges between EUR 5,000  to EUR 15,000.

Erasmus University Rotterdam Popular Courses

MBA/PGDM
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Erasmus University Rotterdam
Students Ratings & Reviews

4.2/5
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Student Views (Based on Reviews)
  • 25% students never faced discrimination in this university
Vibe of Campus
Stressful
Academically oriented
Easy going
Multi-dimensional
Internships4
Part time work3.5
Post study jobs4.3
Quality of faculty4
Student Life5
Value for money4.8
Public transportation5
Safety4.5
Indian Food3.3
Permanent Immigration4
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Bachelor of Science in International Business Administration - Batch of 2026
4.5
Balancing academics and social life with best value for money.
Tips: The transition would always be there, coming from a different country. However, it was quite easy to adapt and make friends. The introduction week especially allowed me to get familiar with the people and culture. Scholarships are available but I could not get one. There is a work-life balance and a healthy living environment. Overall, I am quite satisfied with the university, the culture, my course and the country in general.
Likes (Public transportation): The campus is very well connected to the city. Easy and affordable access to trams, metro, biking and buses. Multiple modes of transport are available throughout the city, connecting the University campus to the rest of the city. The biking culture is superior in the Netherlands, with connectivity in the entire country. This eliminates the reliance on expensive cabs and public transport at odd times.
Dislikes (Indian Food): There are lots of international cuisine restaurants like Italian, Turkish, Moroccan, Indian, Yeminese, Portuguese, Chinese, and Japanese. The city has a wide variety of restaurants available. However, some of these restaurants can be expensive. The minimum cost of an average meal is 10–15 euros without a drink. Another option is supermarkets. However, there is less regional food available in supermarkets in this area, compared to places like the UK, the USA, and Canada. I prefer to cook and eat.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 1250
Prepping time for classes30 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 45000
Reviewed on 18 Mar 2025Read more
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MSc in Economics of Markets and Organisations - Batch of 2022
3.9
Hard work = growth in life. Be prepared to work here.
Tips: It can be a big cultural shock. Depends on one's priorities. But if your priority is to get into the culture, meet people from all over the world and get to know different perspectives, it requires one to get outside their comfort zone more often. But people are friendly and very inclusive in general. There are options for scholarships, but I did not have one. I am very satisfied with my life here, but given the current economic downfall in EU, it is really tough for a non-EU to make a living here. This could of course change in the future.
Likes (Safety): The country is pretty safe, even late at nights. The cops are helpful and people are generally safe. Of course there are a lot of criminal activities going on, but it is comparatively better than most of the other countries. The city is amazing, beautiful and clean. A lot of things are going on in the centre all the time and you see a lot of students walking on the street with different ethnicities. Nightlife can be really good, depending on one's taste, and also a lot of options to learn and grow. One just needs the will to do things and be able to get outside their comfort zone.
Dislikes (Part time work): Getting a part time job can be tough whether on campus or off campus as it requires the restaurant/cafes to get a special arrangement (money paid to the government) for employees who are non-EU. It can also be really tough to manage a part time job along with a 1 year master and maintain a social life. But it surely is possible. Average pay out is approximately 12 euros / hour.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 1275
Prepping time for classes30 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 34300
Reviewed on 20 Feb 2024Read more
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International Bachelor Economics & Business Economics - Batch of 2020
4.2
Very rigorous academics but surrounded by some of the smartest students
Tips: I studied abroad in the Netherlands from the US and there is a shift in culture and academics. Unlike the US where you may have classes every day, in Erasmus there are only classes 2x or 3x a week, albeit they are longer. Classes are split into 3 hour lectures and 2 hour tutorials. The lectures are usually very huge with 200-300 students per lecture hall while the tutorials are led by the TA's and only have around 20 students per class. There is not a strong campus culture as those who come into classes are just coming for classes and in-campus housing is very limited. Housing is very important to find before you start your course since the country does have a housing crisis. Luckily, public transport is very good in the Netherlands, and in combination with the biking culture, you can live far and still commute to campus. There are exams every 2 months and your grade is only determined from your exams. Therefore, you need to be good at test taking to excel at this university.
Likes (Safety): The Netherlands is a very safe country and Rotterdam especially is very safe. The campus is away from the city centre so it is in a very residential area. Public transport and biking are very safe ways to commute in and out of campus. There is also campus security which patrols the campus.
Dislikes (Part time work): There are TA jobs which are the best part-time roles since you are directly under some of the most accredited professors in Europe, with EUR being one of the best universities for Economics in Europe. There are also other on-campus opportunities such as working in the cafeteria or cafes.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 2100
Prepping time for classes20 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro
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AnonymousVerified Icon
BSc in Econometrics and Economics - Batch of 2024
4.3
Not an easy path but a worthy one.
Tips: Erasmus is not an easy university and the double bachelor's in econometrics and economics is extremely intense but rewarding. Dutch food is horrendous as is the weather. However, if you can cook on your own, you can get most spices here and cook food yourself. Eating Indian food out is also expensive (in my opinion), but I may be biased. The university is overall good, with good lecturers and many research opportunities.
Likes (Permanent Immigration): We are allowed a full year after graduation to stay in the country to find a job. Personally, I have a non-Indian passport and wouldn't give it up for the Dutch one. However, living here for the long term is an easy possibility. Especially if you have a technical degree. However, there is a lot of anti-immigration politicians becoming popular here, so keep this in mind. Additionally, housing is expensive and difficult to find.
Dislikes (Indian Food): Prices are quite high. Fast food will run you around 10-15 euros for full meal and 20+ for a nicer restaurant. Indian food outside is even more expensive so tread lightly. To save money I usually cook. This is of course up to you and your budget. There are some people who can get by with less, especially if they are vegetarians, but nonvegetarians will have to be prepared to spend more. That is the unfortunate reality of the current situation in the Netherlands after last year's high inflation.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 1500
Prepping time for classes35 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro
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Q:   What is the placement rate at Erasmus University Rotterdam?
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Erasmus University Rotterdam offers high placement rate all over the world. Erasmus University Rotterdam MBA placement rate stands at 98.2%, and the graduates are employed within 3 months of graduation.

EUR MSc placement rate is around 87.2%, and the grads are employed within 6 months of graduation

Q:   Who are the top employers at Erasmus University Rotterdam?
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Erasmus University Rotterdam MBA placement rate stands at 98.2%, and the graduates are employed within 3 months of graduation. The top employers at Erasmus University Rotterdam are listed below-

  • Accenture
  • Amazon
  • Adyen
  • Aramco
  • ASML
  • Backbase
  • Deloitte
  • FMO
  • PGGM
  • SAP
  • RWE
Q:   What is the average salary of Erasmus University Rotterdam?
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EUR MSc placement rate is around 87.2%, and the grads are employed within 6 months of graduation. Erasmus University Rotterdam graduates can earn as follows-

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Average Salary (ROI)

PG

USD 68,711

UG

EUR 50,000

Erasmus University Rotterdam Fees

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Courses1st Year Tuition FeesDuration & Eligibility
MBA/PGDM(43 courses)
INR 13 L - 74 LGet Fee Details
Duration12 months-2 years
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6.5 - 7.5, TOEFL: 91 - 95, PTE, GMAT: 565 - 640, GRE
M.Sc.(42 courses)
INR 13 L - 27 LGet Fee Details
Duration12 months-2 years
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6.5 - 7.5, TOEFL: 91 - 95, PTE, GMAT: 565 - 600
MS(18 courses)
INR 10 L - 25 LGet Fee Details
Duration11 months-2 years
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6.5 - 7, TOEFL: 90 - 100, PTE: 62 & Above
M.A.(23 courses)
INR 13 L - 27 LGet Fee Details
Duration1 year-2 years
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6.5 - 7, TOEFL: 100 & Above, PTE
LL.M.(7 courses)
INR 14 L - 21 LGet Fee Details
Duration1 year
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6.5 - 7, TOEFL, PTE
BBA(6 courses)
INR 10 L - 13 LGet Fee Details
Duration3-4 years
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6 & Above, TOEFL: 80 & Above, PTE
B.Sc.(2 courses)
INR 11 L - 14 LGet Fee Details
Duration3 years
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6.5 - 7, TOEFL: 95 & Above, PTE
M.Arch(4 courses)
Duration11 months
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6.5 & Above, TOEFL
B.A.(6 courses)
INR 7 L - 12 LGet Fee Details
Duration3-5 years
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6.5 - 7, TOEFL: 90 & Above, PTE
MIM(1 course)
Duration2 years
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 7 & Above, TOEFL, PTE
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Q:   Does Erasmus University Rotterdam require IELTS?
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Yes, international students who are enrolled in to English taught programs at Erasmus University Rotterdam are required to provide their IELTS score for English language proficiency. However, besides IELTS international students can prove their proficieny in the English language by submitting TOEFL scorse as well-

Exam Score
IELTSOverall 6.5
TOEFLOverall 90
Cambridge C1 Advanced180
Cambridge C2 Proficiency 180
Q:   How much does it cost to study at Erasmus University Rotterdam?
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Erasmus University Rotterdam offers various programs at UG and PG levels for its international students. EUR tuition fee may vary from one programme to another. Erasmus University Rotterdam annual tuition fee for both UG and PG programme is listed below-

Course levelAnnual Tuition Fee in INR
UG
INR 7.17 L - 14.23 L
PG
INR 10.01 L - 73.79 L
Advanced Masters
INR 4.53 L







Erasmus University Rotterdam Notable Alumni

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Q:   How many alumni does Erasmus University Rotterdam have?
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Erasmus University Rotterdam rich alumni network include more than 175,000 members from all over the world. Erasmus University Rotterdam alumni network include famous personalities, innovators, leaders, mentors, etc.

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If we look at the below comparison between the University of Amsterdam and the University of Rotterdam, with a World ranking of #73, UvA is far better than the Erasmus University Rotterdam. In addition, University of Amsterdam is also leading with other factors including country or state specific ra

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Both the University of Amsterdam (UvA) and Erasmus University Rotterdam (EUR) are highly regarded institutions in the Netherlands, but each offers different strengths. UvA is well known for its research output, particularly in the humanities, social sciences, and natural sciences, and it ranks highe

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Erasmus University Rotterdam (EUR) is particularly recommended for an MBA programme in the Netherlands because of its reputation, ranks and connections. RSM at EUR is at 1st position in the Netherlands and 28th in the world as per FT. Tuition fee for MBA programme at RSM is around INR 38.5 lakhs. Th

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Kapil Lalwani

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Acceptance into an Erasmus programme is determined by the individual exchange or scholarship you are applying for, your academic background, and the competition for the opportunity. While Erasmus programs aim to be inclusive, selection criteria might differ greatly. Academic performance, a good moti

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At Erasmus University Rotterdam, an application fee of 100 EUR is required for undergraduate studies; transcripts should be presented, and a 70 percent requirement in Mathematics is expected. Certain grade requirements for Indian students vary according to boards, for instance, 75 percent in CISCE.

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