Utrecht University

Some of the top recruiters of Utrecht University graduates are:

• Lyceo
• Amsterdam UMC
• Deloitte
• Albert Heijn
• Aethon.nl
• UMC Utrecht

Yes, as a non-EU / EEA student at UU, one needs a work permit to have a job. With a work permit, students will be allowed to work either 16 hours per week or full-time during the months of June, July, and August. Many students find part-time job in a restaurant, shop or bar.

Utrecht University offers a wide range of English-language academic courses, including Bachelor's courses, over 80 master's courses. The areas of study at this university are:

• Health and Life Sciences
• Law, Economics, and Governance
• Media, Arts, Culture and History

Languages and Communication

The language of instruction for Utrecht University MSc in Human Computer Interaction is English. The duration of this course is 2 years. The tuition fees for international students for this course is €24,432 (Around INR 21 L). In this small scale program, there is plenty of attention for individual students and there is an informal atmosphere between students and lecturers.

Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam or Utrecht University are renowned institutions offering unique campus cultures and various academic programs. While they share a great reputation, there are subtle differences between the two universities. The below table compares the rankings, fees and acceptance rate of Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam or Utrecht University. Overall this information could be useful for students who are considering them.

Here is the comparison highlighting the differences between the Universities:

(The comparison of fees was between the BTech course for UG and the MBA course for PG)

The length of time hearing back from the Utrecht University varies depending on the programme and the application volume received. Application on Mar 15, 2025 (if applied by Fall 2025- Early Round*) from the date the application is received. The processing time may be extended if certain required documents still need to be included. Applicants can also check their status by contacting the University's admissions office for further information.

Some of the tips for students starting their first semester at Utrecht University:

• Students who apply for University must be humble and must interact with as many people as possible. Mainly because the more people you talk to the better knowledge you get. 

• Attend as many gatherings and parties as much as you can. 

• Applicants should avoid missing classess, as 70% of learning comes from students going to classes. 

• Students can get involved with extracurricular activities, i.e joining university clubs, sports etc. This will also look good on a portfolio in the longer run

International students must pay an application fee of EUR 100 each for undergraduate and graduate programs. The application amount is non-refundable if the students don’t get selected. The University offers exceptional opportunities for its students to develop their skills. Remembering that the university may revise its fee depending on the intake is also essential.

This varies depending on the scholarship the student is applying for. As the Utrecht Excellence Scholarships require to be on  top 10% of your graduating class. These programs aim to include everyone, making sure money doesn’t stop talented students from coming to Utrecht. However, entitlement grants further contribute to the university's goals and ensure that economic barriers should not hinder students from experiencing the academic excellence Utrecht University has to offer. However, the requirements and the cut-off for the scholarships vary depending on the Level of study and the scholarship applied by the students.