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Erasmus University Rotterdam: Rankings, Cost, Programs, Placements

Q: What is the acceptance rate for Rotterdam?

Erasmus University Rotterdam acceptance rate is 53%. It upholds its reputation as modertivley difficult institute to get into. The university Admission process involves a thorough evaluation process, Considering academic excellence, essays, Letter of recommendation, SOP, extracurricular activities and many more. Applicants are suggested to approach the admission process with utter dedication, showcasing their strengths and talents to get into Erasmus University Rotterdam.

Q: What is Erasmus University NL Scholarship?

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. The deadline for this scholarshp vary from school to school.

Rotterdam, Netherlands

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Shiksha popularity ranking

#80 in World

#6 in Netherlands

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1 Campus
Estd. 1913

Last updated on 4 Nov '25

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About Erasmus University Rotterdam
Erasmus University Rotterdam Ranking 2025
Erasmus University Rotterdam Courses 2026
Erasmus University Rotterdam Admission 2026
Erasmus University Rotterdam Scholarships
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About Erasmus University Rotterdam

EUR was founded as a Netherlands-based public research university in Rotterdam in 1913. EUR offers a number of programs for UG and PG students at its 7 academic schools, 2 institutes, and 1 university college. It is one of the oldest universities in the Netherlands region and has a student strength of 36,000+, of which 24.5% are international students representing more than 100+ foreign countries. When it comes to the EUR ranking, the QS World University Rankings 2024 ranked it #176 in the world, and THE ranked Erasmus University Rotterdam #99 in the world.

EUR's: seven academic schools are:
-Erasmus School of Economics
-Erasmus School of Law
-Erasmus School of Social and Behavioural Sciences
-Erasmus School of History, Culture & Communication
-Erasmus School of Health Policy & Management
-Erasmus School of Philosophy, and Rotterdam School of Management.

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Year of establishment

1913

Also known as

EUR

University website

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Total foreign students

5810

No. of campus

Scholarships available

Endowment value

INR 588 million

Accepted exams

UG/PG course ratio

4.36

Commonly asked questions
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Q: Is it easy to get into Erasmus?

Erasmus University Rotterdam does not officially publishes data on the acceptance rate, however, as per an unoffical credible source, the acceptance rate of Erasmus University stads at around 53%, suggesting that Getting into Erasmus University Rotterdam is relatively challenging..
To increase one's chances of admission, students must demonstrate proficiency in English, strong academic profile and showcase their interpersonal and mathematical aptitudes.

Q: What is the acceptance rate for Rotterdam?

Erasmus University Rotterdam acceptance rate is 53%. It upholds its reputation as modertivley difficult institute to get into. The university Admission process involves a thorough evaluation process, Considering academic excellence, essays, Letter of recommendation, SOP, extracurricular activities and many more. Applicants are suggested to approach the admission process with utter dedication, showcasing their strengths and talents to get into Erasmus University Rotterdam.

Q: How long does it take to hear back from Erasmus University Rotterdam?

The length of time hearing back from the Erasmus University Rotterdamvaries depending on the programme and the application volume received. Applicants who have applied by the application deadline (15 January, 2024) will hear from us no later than 15 February, from the date the application is 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, 2024 at the latest.

Q: What is the application fee for Erasmus University Rotterdam?

Erasmus University Rotterdam offers a number of degree programs at the undergraduate and postgraduate 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. International students can pay this application fee online through their VISA or MasterCard credit card.

Erasmus University Rotterdam Ranking 2025

The Erasmus University Rotterdam is among the top universities in the Netherlands and globally category. It ranked at #7 in the Netherlands by Shiksha Popularity Ranking in 2025. The university is also one of the top-ranked universities in the world and it ranks #158 in the World University Ranking by QS in 2025.

According to THE (Times Higher Education), Erasmus University Rotterdam ranking is #99 in 2024, which showcases a declined trend when compared with 2023.

Furthermore, the university’s courses have been ranked nationally. According to Shiksha Popularity Ranking, the Erasmus University Rotterdam subject ranking for 2025 are given below:

Course name	Shiksha Popularity Ranking 2025
MIM	#1
MS	#12
MBA/PGDM	#1
Others PG	#2
M.A.	#8

#80

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Shiksha Popularity Rank

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Course wise : Shiksha Popularity Rankings

Mechanical Engineering

Biology

Ranked #6 in Top universities in Netherlands

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Commonly asked questions
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Q: Is Erasmus MBA good?

The Rotterdam School of Management of Erasmus University Rotterdam is among the top 1% business school to have triple accreditation, i.e., AACSB, AMBA and EQUIS. The university offers highly ranked business and management courses including MBA programs.

Ranked By	Rankings
Financial Times 2023 - GMBA	#63
QS World University 2023 - Global MBA	#30
THE World University 2023 - Business & Economics	#22

Erasmus University Rotterdam Courses 2026

Erasmus University Rotterdam offers many UG, PG and PhD programs. The university is wants to offer quality education through its seven schools two institutes and a university college. International students can choose from a lot.

MBA/PGDM

43 Courses

3.9(1)12 months - 2 years

1st year Tution Fees

₹12 L - 74 L

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Shiksha Ranking

13.7K+ students got admitted through us.

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M.Sc.

42 Courses

3.9(1)12 months - 2 years

1st year Tution Fees

₹12 L - 26 L

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13.7K+ students got admitted through us.

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MS

18 Courses11 months - 2 years

1st year Tution Fees

₹10 L - 24 L

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Shiksha Ranking

#12

Guided 41 students to Netherlands universities.

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Erasmus University Rotterdam Admission 2026

For Erasmus University Rotterdam admission, Indian students have to apply online through the official website. The general admission requirements include meeting the entry requirements and English language proficiency requirements. The Erasmus University Rotterdam accepts English Language exam scores such as IELTS, TOEFL, GMAT, PTE and GRE as a proof. Also at the end of application process, there is an application fee. To complete the application process, students are required to submit a few documents such as LOR, Essay and CV.

Application fees :Euro 100
Type of deadline :Depends on course

Documents

Type of documents	Applicable for
SOP	Not required
LOR	Needed for few courses
Essays	Needed for few courses
CV	Needed for few courses
Additional documents	Required

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Commonly asked questions
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Q: What are the deadlines to apply at Erasmus University Rotterdam for international students?

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.

Particulars	Deadline
All other study programs	over

Q: How to apply for Erasmus University Rotterdam?

Erasmus University Rotterdam offers a number of bachelor's and master's programs through its 7 schools and 2 institutes. International student can apply for bachelor's programs through 'Studielink' application portal. Whereas, for postgraduate programs, international students can apply directly through the university's website.

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Erasmus University Rotterdam Scholarships

Erasmus University Rotterdam offers a many scholarships to international students. Getting a scholarship at Erasmus University Rotterdam might be a little difficult but this should not get you stopped from applying for scholarships. Look at some of the popular scholarships given to international students

Scholarships	Award
Erasmus MC Graduate Scholarship	EUR 15,000/INR 13.48 L
Erasmus Trustfonds Scholarship	EUR 15,000/INR 13.48 L
Erasmus University NL Scholarship	EUR 5,000 - EUR 15,000 (INR 4.50 L - 13.48 L)

EUR/INR = 89.90

3No. of scholarships available

₹ 27.5 LTotal scholarship amount

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Commonly asked questions
On Scholarships

Q: Does Erasmus offer scholarships for international students?

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.

Scholarships	Award
Erasmus MC Graduate Scholarship	EUR 15,000
Erasmus Trustfonds Scholarship	EUR 15,000
Erasmus University NL Scholarship	EUR 5,000 - EUR 15,000

Q: What is Erasmus University NL Scholarship?

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. The deadline for this scholarshp vary from school to school.

Erasmus University Rotterdam Popular Courses

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MBA/PGDM

M.Sc.

M.A.

Master of Science in Supply Chain Management icon

1 year

1st yr. Tuition Fees

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Exams Accepted

IELTS

MBA International Full-time icon

12 months

1st yr. Tuition Fees

₹73.79 LGet Fee Details

Exams Accepted

MSc in Quantitative Finance icon

1 year

1st yr. Tuition Fees

₹17.3 LGet Fee Details

Exams Accepted

MSc in Finance and Investments icon

1 year

1st yr. Tuition Fees

₹25.18 LGet Fee Details

Exams Accepted

MSc in Analytics and Operations Research In Logistics icon

12 months

1st yr. Tuition Fees

₹20.42 LGet Fee Details

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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

Reviewed on 12 Feb 2024Read more

Anonymous

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

Reviewed on 15 Jan 2024Read more

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EUR Placements

EUR is a highly regarded university in Europe and the university provides some of the best employment opportunities to students. Check the Erasmus placement details mentioned below:

Average Salary	EUR 79, 396
Location with the Highest Placement Rate	Europe (86%)
Employment Rate within 3 months of post-graduation	70%
Highest Employment Rate by Function	Operations & Logistics
Lowest Employment Rate by Function	Human Resources and Information Technology
Maximum Average Salary by Function	EUR 114,218
Top Employers	Samsung, GLS, GenScript, EVBox, Free Now, Chama, Consumer Affairs, Belgian Investment Company, Aidenvironment

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Erasmus University Rotterdam Fees & Eligibility 2024

Mentioned below are the minimum admissions requirements for international students applying to Erasmus University of Rotterdam.

Program specific requirements
Language proficiency tests
Proof of finances
Copies of diplomas and degrees

English Language Requirements

Here we have given the minimum English language requirements.

Exam	Score
IELTS	6.5
TOEFL	90
Cambridge C1 Advanced	180
Cambridge C2 Proficiency	180

Courses	1st Year Tuition Fees	Duration & Eligibility
MBA/PGDM(43 courses)	INR 12 L - 74 LGet Fee Details	Duration: 12 months-2 years Exam Accepted: IELTS: 6.5 - 7.5, PTE, TOEFL: 91 - 95, GMAT: 565 - 640, GRE
M.Sc.(42 courses)	INR 12 L - 26 LGet Fee Details	Duration: 12 months-2 years Exam Accepted: IELTS: 6.5 - 7.5, PTE, TOEFL: 91 - 95, GMAT: 565 - 600
MS(18 courses)	INR 10 L - 24 LGet Fee Details	Duration: 11 months-2 years Exam Accepted: IELTS: 6.5 - 7, PTE: 62 & Above, TOEFL: 90 - 100
M.A.(23 courses)	INR 12 L - 27 LGet Fee Details	Duration: 1 year-2 years Exam Accepted: IELTS: 6.5 - 7, PTE, TOEFL: 100 & Above
BBA(6 courses)	INR 10 L - 13 LGet Fee Details	Duration: 3-4 years Exam Accepted: IELTS: 6 & Above, PTE, TOEFL: 80 & Above
LL.M.(7 courses)	INR 14 L - 20 LGet Fee Details	Duration: 1 year Exam Accepted: IELTS: 6.5 - 7, PTE
MIM(1 course)	INR 17 LGet Fee Details	Duration: 2 years Exam Accepted: IELTS: 7 & Above, PTE
B.Sc.(2 courses)	INR 11 L - 14 LGet Fee Details	Duration: 3 years Exam Accepted: IELTS: 6.5 - 7, PTE, TOEFL: 95 & Above
M.Arch(4 courses)	INR 19 LGet Fee Details	Duration: 11 months Exam Accepted: IELTS: 6.5 & Above
B.A.(6 courses)	INR 7 L - 12 LGet Fee Details	Duration: 3-5 years Exam Accepted: IELTS: 6.5 - 7, PTE, TOEFL: 90 & Above

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Commonly asked questions
On Fees and Eligibility

Q: How to apply for Erasmus University of Rotterdam?

Erasmus University Rotterdam offers a number of programs at undergradaute and postgradaute levels for international students. However, international students need to meet the minimum eligibility to get into Erasmus University Rotterdam. Here we have given the minimum eligibility:

Program specific requirements
Language proficiency tests
Proof of finances
Certified copies of diplomas and degrees

Q: Does Erasmus University Rotterdam require IELTS?

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
IELTS	Overall 6.5
TOEFL	Overall 90
Cambridge C1 Advanced	180
Cambridge C2 Proficiency	180

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Which university should I choose among the University of Amsterdam and Erasmus University Rotterdam?

Answered 10 months ago

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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Is University of Amsterdam better than Erasmus University Rotterdam?

Answered a year ago

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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Why choose Erasmus university Rotterdam for an MBA in the Netherlands rather than University of Amsterdam?

Answered a year ago

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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What are the requirements for Erasmus University Rotterdam?

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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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What is your review of Erasmus University Rotterdam?

Answered a year ago

Erasmus University is located in netherlands in the city of Rotterdam. The university has 6,500 international students, comprising just under 20% of the whole student body. This university also provides a variety of scholarship based on students need .

Erasmus University offers graduate and post gr

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