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University of Amsterdam Admissions 2025: Application Deadline, Requirements & Costs

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International students can take the University of Amsterdam admission in Fall semester. The University of Amsterdam application deadline for the upcoming semester is given below:

  • UG/PG: Closed
  • MBA: Jan 15, 2026
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University of Amsterdam Admission Overview 2026

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University of Amsterdam Courses: Eligibility and Fees 2025

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University of Amsterdam Admission Process 2026

University of Amsterdam MS Admissions 2026

65 courses 12 months - 2 years
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16184
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15.3L - 36L

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  • Accepting Exams: IELTS, PTE, TOEFL, GMAT, GRE
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Q:   Which is better among the University of Amsterdam and Copenhagen Business School?
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If we look at the below comparison between the University of Amsterdam and the Copenhagen Business School, with a World ranking of #73, UvA is far better than the Copenhagen Business School. In addition, University of Amsterdam is also leading with other factors including country or state specific rankings. Students can check the table below for the comparison between the two to get more clarity:

Particulars

University of Amsterdam

Copenhagen Business School

World Ranking

#73

#825

Europe

#12

#325

State

#1 (Netherland)

#6 (Denmark)

Acceptance Rate

51%

31%

University of Amsterdam Application Process 2026

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University of Amsterdam
Students Ratings & Reviews

4.2/5
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Student Views (Based on Reviews)
  • 60% students never faced discrimination in this university
Vibe of Campus
Academically oriented
Friendly
Liberal
Multi-dimensional
Internships3.4
Part time work3.7
Post study jobs3.8
Quality of faculty4.6
Student Life4.9
Value for money4.2
Public transportation4.6
Safety4.9
Indian Food4.3
Permanent Immigration4
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Pooja Mangal Verified Icon
MSc Computer Science - Batch of 2025
4.6
Amazing course and great professors.
Tips: Coming from India where I felt the assignments were really easy and could be done in a day, it was a difficult transition because here it is difficult to complete the assignments in even a month. You need good background knowledge, and they aren't gonna spoon-feed or teach you everything from scratch. Before coming here I was told this master's study is going to be IIT level, and it is almost the same pressure. Europeans in general have far better coding skills than us, so it is a constant pressure to keep up with them too. I didn't get a scholarship but I have friends who did, they cover the entire tuition fee. The Netherlands also has a housing allowance, so the government gives back almost 30-40% of the rent each month to support internationally.
Likes (Quality of faculty): The teaching faculty here is really nice and helpful. They had a lot of knowledge about what they were teaching and very well-designed course structures. Mostly all the professors I had were European, but I did see a lot of Asian professors too. They curate the assignments really well so you get to learn a lot just from a single assignment.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 900
Prepping time for classes30 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 65000
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2024Read more
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Suraj Verified Icon
MSc in Information Studies: Data Science Track - Batch of 2020
4.1
Friendly people and great transportation facilities.
Tips: While there is indeed a cultural shift, people are friendly and will help you acclimate smoothly. Although I did not apply for a scholarship, they are available for students with a strong background. The government provides subsidies on certain expenses. I was quite satisfied with the course, the university and the country.
Likes (Student Life): The University assists in finding student accommodation which is generally safe and reliable. Public transport in the area is both excellent and secure making it easy to get around. Amsterdam being a popular tourist destination benefits from significant government efforts to ensure the safety of both residents and expats.
Dislikes (Part time work): Due to the short duration of the course and the requirements to complete a thesis within 3 months it is challenging to secure part-time roles like teaching assistantships. Managing a part-time job is possible, it largely depends on how well a student grasps the course material. Since the curriculum is less demanding students generally have enough time to balance both work and academics. The primary obstacle in finding part-time work is the language requirement since most jobs require proficiency in Dutch.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 1000
Prepping time for classes20 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 70000
Reviewed on 15 Oct 2024Read more
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Rohan Basu Verified Icon
MSc in Communication Science: Persuasive Communication - Batch of 2023
4
An enriching experience at the UoA.
Tips: There has been an assimilation with people of different cultures, and an introspective identity communion. The understanding of a bigger picture mentality when you interact with students from all lands and walks of life, one means that you learn more than ever. No scholarships availed.
Likes (Quality of faculty): Very approachable faculty with an extra effort to resolve difficulties. The teaching methodology was fool-proof, academic and meticulous focus on an analytical and research-based curriculum, leading to very investigative and intrinsic learning of concepts. Very diverse from all content.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 1500
Prepping time for classes20 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2025Read more
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AnonymousVerified Icon
BSc in Econometrics and Data Science - Batch of 2027
4.2
Embracing growth and balance in university life.
Tips: The course is challenging and requires a lot of self-discipline and time management. However, the faculty is great and very helpful, and there are lots of activities and events held on campus that you should take part in to understand the industry better. Make sure you're ready to put in the work and hours to really make the most of your course. But also make sure you maintain a work-life balance because Amsterdam is a great place to get to know yourself and develop as a person.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 575
Prepping time for classes33 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro
Reviewed on 3 Oct 2024Read more
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AnonymousVerified Icon
BSc Business Administration - Batch of 2025
4.1
Good student life manageable with academics.
Tips: I am very satisfied with the university. There are fewer contact hours than I expected so there is a lot of pressure to complete things on your own. There are no scholarships available. Renting a bike is the most cost-effective method of travelling throughout the city.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 1250
Prepping time for classes26 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2024Read more
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AnonymousVerified Icon
MSc Artificial Intelligence - Batch of 2024
4.4
UvA is a very good research focused uni for AI with amazing profs and top notch course material.
Tips: Very good transition. Felt positive cultural shift. Your opinion is valued irrespective of your gender or race. UvA is very research-focused. With really hardworking students and professors. I love it here. Scholarship for UvA might be competitive and you require a good research profile for it.
Likes (Safety): Safety is not an issue at all. Amsterdam is generally an open welcoming city. And in university too you shall feel safe and accepted. Nobody treats you differently or in a racist manner. You are exposed to people from different backgrounds and cultures.
Dislikes (Post study jobs): Qualcomm, Booking. Com, ABN Amro, ING. are some of the places we get recruitment. Job roles such as machine learning engineer, data scientist. Package - 3k to 7k euros per month. Thesis fair is a good way to get connected to the industry. Good socially focused startups are there too. You can apply to companies outside Netherlands too.
Total Monthly ExpenseEuro 525
Prepping time for classes43 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryEuro 51200
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2023Read more
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Answered a month ago

The UvA acceptance rate stands is around 4% making the admission extremely selective while on other hand TU Delft acceptance rate stands at at 82% as per different unofficial sources. It can be said that UvA is indeed much more selective.
 

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Ridhi

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Answered 3 months ago

Admission to the University of Amsterdam is difficult, particularly for highly sought-after courses. They demand high academic standing, fluency in English, and occasionally specialised subject knowledge. Your academic history and motivation letter are very important for master's programs. Although

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Jukanti Abhilash

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Answered 6 months ago

Yes which is why UvA is a popular destination for aspirants looking to study abroad and below are the rankings for 2025-

  • #275 in QS World University Ranking 2026
  • #26 in National Universities
  • #4 in Top Public Schools
  • #27 in Best Value Schools

 

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Ridhi

Contributor-Level 10

Answered 8 months ago

University of Amsterdam is one of the most prestigious universities in Netherlands. The University of Amsterdam placement rate is 75%, and the students secured employment within one month of graduation. The average salary of UVA MBA graduates falls in the range of EUR 38,168 (INR 34.50 LPA) annuall

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Kartik Bisht

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Answered 8 months ago

The University of Amsterdam is one of most reputed universities in Netherlands for higher education. The University of Amsterdam placement rate is 75%, and the graduates are employed within 1 month of graduation. This figure indicates that out of every 100 students, around 75 students secured employ

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