Guide · updated September 2026
Best Universities in Belgium
We compared 8 universities in Belgium — typical tuition is ₹1.05 L a year.
Universities8
Typical tuition₹1.05 Lmedian, per year
Tuition range₹22K – ₹4.62 Llowest course fee
Cities7
Quick verdict
Which one is best depends on what you measure — here is the leader on each.
Top 8 — Best Universities in Belgium
Universities with a Times Higher Education world rank come first (0 of the 8 here have one), then the rest by number of courses offered.
At a glance
The first 8 side by side.
| University | City | World rank | Tuition from | Courses |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Antwerp | Antwerp | — | — | 18 |
| Vrije Universiteit Brussel | Brussels | — | ₹22K | 18 |
| Catholic University of Leuven | Leuven | — | ₹1.09 L | 5 |
| Ghent University | Ghent | — | ₹3.77 L | 5 |
| Catholic University of Louvain | Ottignies-Louvain-la-Neuve | — | — | 2 |
| Hasselt University | Hasselt | — | ₹1 L | 2 |
| Free University of Brussels | Brussels | — | ₹92K | 1 |
| University of Liege | Liege | — | ₹4.62 L | 1 |
Frequently asked questions
Which are the best universities in Belgium?
Based on the current catalogue, the leading options here are University of Antwerp, Vrije Universiteit Brussel, Catholic University of Leuven, Ghent University, Catholic University of Louvain. Universities with a Times Higher Education world rank are listed first, then the rest by number of courses offered.
How much does it cost to study in Belgium?
Across 6 universities with published fees, the typical (median) lowest tuition is about ₹1.05 L a year, ranging from ₹22K to ₹4.62 L. Living costs are extra.
Which is the cheapest university in Belgium?
Vrije Universiteit Brussel has the lowest published tuition in this list. Courses from ₹22K a year.
How many universities are covered?
8 universities match this guide; the top 8 are shown.
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