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Erasmus University Rotterdam: Rankings, Cost, Programs, Placements

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#80 in World

#6 in Netherlands

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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
Accepted exams
UG/PG course ratio
4.36
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Q:   Is there a scholarship or financial aid available for international students at Erasmus University Rotterdam?
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The Erasmus University Rotterdam offers financial aid to international students in the form of scholarships, grants, and fellowships. The scholarships offered to Indian students at the university include the following:

.Erasmus University Holland Scholarship

Erasmus University Holland Scholarship is given for international students who wish to pursue a bachelor’s or a master’s degree from the Erasmus University Rotterdam. This includes a grant of EUR 5,000-15,000 aided givenby the Rotterdam government.

Orange Tulip Scholarship

Orange Tulip Scholarship is a scholarship for prospective students from outside Europe. This scholarship is offered to brilliant international students who wish to pursue their Masters from the Erasmus University Rotterdam. The financial aid under this scholarship is awarded in the form of a partial tuition fee waiver.

Erasmus Trustfonds Scholarship

Erasmus Trustfonds Scholarship is given to international students with a strong academic background and who need financial assistance. This scholarship is for postgraduate students in the field of research or education. The scholarship offers a grant of up to EUR 15,000 for housing and living costs

Note: Scholarship deadlines and amounts may vary. For more details on the scholarship application process and deadlines, please visit the university’s scholarship webpage.

Q:   Is it easy to get into Erasmus?
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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?
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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.

Erasmus University Rotterdam Rankings 2024

#80

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#6

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Q:   Is Erasmus MBA good?
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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 Admission 2025

  • Application fees :Euro 100
  • Type of deadline :Depends on course
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SOPNot required
LORNeeded for few courses
EssaysNeeded for few courses
CVNeeded for few courses
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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.

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Q:   How to apply for Erasmus University Rotterdam?
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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

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27.5 LTotal scholarship amount
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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. 

ScholarshipsAward
Erasmus MC Graduate ScholarshipEUR 15,000
Erasmus Trustfonds ScholarshipEUR 15,000
Erasmus University NL ScholarshipEUR 5,000 - EUR 15,000
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. The deadline for this scholarshp vary from school to school.

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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
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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
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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 are the popular sectors that indian students prefer for doing part-time jobs at Erasmus university Rotterdam?
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There are many part-time job opportunities available for students in Rotterdam, including jobs in hospitality, retail, delivery or logistics, and telephone interviewing/market research.

 

Erasmus University Rotterdam Fees & Eligibility 2024

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Courses1st Year Tuition FeesDuration & Eligibility
MBA/PGDM(34 courses)
INR 12 L - 70 LGet Fee Details
Duration12 months-2 years
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6.5 - 7.5, PTE, TOEFL: 91 - 95, GMAT: 565 - 640, GRE
M.Sc.(33 courses)
INR 12 L - 27 LGet Fee Details
Duration12 months-2 years
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6.5 - 7.5, PTE, TOEFL: 91 - 95, GMAT: 565 - 600
MS(17 courses)
INR 10 L - 25 LGet Fee Details
Duration12 months-2 years
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6.5 - 7, PTE: 62 & Above, TOEFL: 90 - 100
B.Sc.(2 courses)
INR 11 L - 14 LGet Fee Details
Duration3 years
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6.5 - 7, PTE, TOEFL: 95 & Above
BBA(6 courses)
INR 10 L - 13 LGet Fee Details
Duration3-4 years
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6 & Above, PTE, TOEFL: 80 & Above
MIM(1 course)
Duration2 years
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 7 & Above, PTE
M.A.(16 courses)
INR 12 L - 21 LGet Fee Details
Duration1 year-2 years
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6.5 - 7, PTE, TOEFL: 100 & Above
B.J.M.C.(1 course)
Duration3 years
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 7 & Above, TOEFL: 94 & Above, PTE
B.A.(4 courses)
INR 7 L - 12 LGet Fee Details
Duration3 years
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 6.5 - 7, PTE, TOEFL: 90 & Above
LL.M.(5 courses)
INR 14 L - 20 LGet Fee Details
Duration1 year
Exam AcceptedIELTS: 7 & Above, PTE
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Q:   How much does it cost to study in Erasmus University Rotterdam?
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Here we have given the average tuition fee various programs at Erasmus University Rotterdam. 

Course Average Annual Fees
MIMINR 10.5 L - 19 L
BBAINR 8.6 L - 9.7 L 
MAINR 3.8 L - 15.4 L 
Q:   How to apply for Erasmus University of Rotterdam?
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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?
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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







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Answered 7 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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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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Answered 10 months 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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Kapil Lalwani

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To qualify for a scholarship at Erasmus University Rotterdam, you generally need to demonstrate excellent academic performance, ambition, and meet the specific scholarship requirements. For example, the NL Scholarship for international students requires high academic achievements and meeting other e

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Abhishek Jha

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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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