Courses at Utrecht University

International students can apply to Utrecht University online using Studielink portal for any program. Once the application form is submitted, international students are required to pay an application fee, of EUR 100. The application fee is non-refundable. Without the application fee the application will not be considered for evaluation.

Below is the Utreched University Admission Requirements:

Undergraduate requirements:

• Indian students from (CBSE) must have an average of 80% in at least 5 general/academic subjects

•  Indian Students must have a CISCE average of 80% in at least 5 general/academic subjects 

•  Students can submit a Senior Secondary Certificate (NIOS): an average of 80% in at least 5 general/academic subjects 

Note: Exempt from English proficiency if the Diploma is obtained at CBSE, CISCE, NIOS AND fully English-taught. 

• An English proficiency test (IELTS, TOEFL, or CAE) is required for students who have not been taught fully in English. Visit our website for the minimum requirements.

• Applicants must be sure that they have a valid identification of their nationality.

• A copy of the passport and ID card must correspond with the nationalities that the student will fill out.

• Applicants must submit a statement of motivation on the below topics:

1. What would you most like to study at University College Utrecht and how do you see those subjects combining? What led you to these interests?

2. How would the Liberal Arts and Sciences programme at University College Utrecht contribute to your academic and personal ambitions in ways that other programmes would not?

(Students must note that there is a 300-500 word limit in response to all questions and not per question. 

• Students must be required to have one academic reference written in English from their faculty. 

Postgraduate requirements:

• LOR: The university asks for a LOR, and with particular exceptions, who should write those letters. 

• Statement of purpose ( an SOP): An SOP is essential for the application process for Utrecht. It helps the applicant to convey their talents, academic excellence accomplishments and personal background of applicants. 

• Transcripts and degrees: the applicant must provide the university with transcripts of their academics with degree certificates. 

• English Language Proficiency Exams: International students must submit English Language proficiency.  

• Resume/CV:  The university also might ask you for a CV or a resume depending on the course you choose for professional experience. 

Utrecht University is famous for its innovation and interdisciplinarity and is usually in the top 3 in specific degree programs and student satisfaction rankings. It is consistently positioned in the top 15 in continental Europe and the worldwide top 100 of international research universities. Utrecht University offers around 45 bachelor’s degree programs and more than 130 master’s degree programs. The university counts 12 Nobel Prize laureates and 19 Spinoza Prize laureates as part of the alumni. It is a member of the League of European Research Universities (LERU), the Utrecht Network, and the European University Association (EUA).