Guide · updated September 2026
Best Universities in Netherlands
We compared 32 universities in Netherlands — typical tuition is ₹9.02 L a year.
Universities32
Typical tuition₹9.02 Lmedian, per year
Tuition range₹2.88 L – ₹22.01 Llowest course fee
Cities20
Quick verdict
Which one is best depends on what you measure — here is the leader on each.
Top 24 — Best Universities in Netherlands
Universities with a Times Higher Education world rank come first (0 of the 32 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leiden University | Leiden | — | — | 90 |
| University of Amsterdam | Amsterdam | — | ₹10.1 L | 65 |
| University of Groningen | Groningen | — | ₹2.88 L | 63 |
| Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam (VU Amsterdam) | Amsterdam | — | ₹4.58 L | 54 |
| Utrecht University | Utrecht | — | — | 51 |
| Radboud University | Nijmegen | — | ₹2.88 L | 48 |
| Delft University of Technology | Delft | — | — | 33 |
| Wageningen University and Research Center | Wageningen | — | — | 33 |
Frequently asked questions
Which are the best universities in Netherlands?
Based on the current catalogue, the leading options here are Leiden University, University of Amsterdam, University of Groningen, Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam (VU Amsterdam), Utrecht University. 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 Netherlands?
Across 19 universities with published fees, the typical (median) lowest tuition is about ₹9.02 L a year, ranging from ₹2.88 L to ₹22.01 L. Living costs are extra.
Which is the cheapest university in Netherlands?
University of Groningen has the lowest published tuition in this list. Courses from ₹2.88 L a year.
How many universities are covered?
32 universities match this guide; the top 24 are shown.
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