Question 1

Is Leiden University free for Indian students?

Accepted Answer

Leiden University is not free for international students who are not a national of an EEA country, Suriname or Switzerland. The Leiden University fees for Indian students is mentioned below-Courses1st Year Tuition FeesMS (90 courses)INR 20 L - 25 LMA (125 courses)INR 3 L - 24 LBSc (4 course)INR 15 L - 20 LBArch (1 course)INR 15 LCheck how to Study in the Netherlands for Free

Question 2

How much is the application fee for Leiden University?

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Leiden University offers a number of bachelor's and master's programs. International students can apply online to Leiden University through the 'Studielink'. International students applying to Leiden University are required to pay a non-refundable application fee of EUR 100. Also, international studetns are entitled to apply for up to three programs within teh same academic year, without paying any extra application fee. However, internationa students are required to pay extra EUR 50 separately as an application fee for Leiden University College.

Question 3

How hard is it to get into Leiden University?

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Leiden University is one of the universities that do not officially publish data on the acceptance rate. However, as per EduRank, Leiden University acceptance rate is 63%. With an acceptance rate of 63%, the university selective for admissions. It is not easy to get into Leiden University as it is one of the most prestigious and popular university in the Netherlands. Also, the data given on the acceptance rate is taken from an unofficial source, therefore, it is subject to vary.

Question 4

Is Leiden University good for international students?

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Leiden University is one of the most prominent research universities in the Europe. Leiden University courses are highly-ranked and top-rated for research and teaching. Leiden University has 13,000+ international students. It offers 16 English-taught courses at the Bachelor’s level and 80 courses at the Master’s level. Since a wide range of English taught programs are offered, the university becomes more accessible to Indian students.

Question 5

What are the English requirements for Leiden University?

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Leiden University offers various programs at bachelor's and master's level in the English language. However, international students enrolling in these programs are required to meet the minimum English language requirements. The English language requirements will vary from programme to program. Check below the minimum IELTS score equivalency table requirement for international students.  Score equivalency tableIELTS TOEFL iBTCambridge C2 or C1 Advanced6.080CPE, CAE6.590CPE/CAE 1807.0100CPE/CAE 1857.5113CPE/CAE 191

Question 6

What are the admission requirements for Indian students at Leiden University?

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The entry requirements at Leiden Uni vary as per the course levels. The minimum Leiden University admission requirements for Indian students are given below: UG: A Diploma that is at least equal to the Dutch Pre-University Diploma. An English language proficiency score is required for admissionPG: To pursue any Master's course at this university, the applicants are required to have a Bachelor's degree (BA or BSc). Also, an English language proficiency score is required.

Question 7

Who are the most famous alumni of Leiden University?

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Members of Dutch Royal family such as Queen Juliana, Beatrix of the Netherlands, Willem-Alexander of the Netherlands are alumni of Leiden University. Around 10 Prime Ministers of the Netherlands including Mark Rutte is also an alumni of this university. Also, U.S. President John Quincy Adams also studied at this university.

Question 8

Who went to Leiden University?

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Members of the Dutch Royal family such as Queen Beatrix, Queen Juliana, and King Willem-Alexander studied at Leiden University Netherlands. Additionally,  10 Prime Ministers of the Netherlands including Mark Rutte have studied at this university. John Quincy Adams (the U.S. President) also studied at this university. Other notable alumni of this university are: Rene DescartesPaul VerhoevanPrince Constantijn of the NetherlandsEva JinekPrincess Margriet of the Netherlands

Question 9

What is the placement rate of Leiden University?

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The job outcomes rate of Leiden University graduates varies as per the courses. However, for MSc in CS, 96.9% is the placement rate. A few of the top employers of this university (overall) are:RabobankDeloitteEYAmsterdam UMCEuropean Commission

Question 10

Can I work part-time while studying at Leiden University?

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Yes, students with a residence permit at Leiden University can work part-time. Students can work a maximum of 16 hours per week or full-time during the summer months. A few of the part-time job for international students at the Netherlands include:Cashier at supermarketTutoringHotel receptionist

Question 11

How can I apply for Leiden University?

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Applying to the Leiden University is very simple. Indian students who wish to study at Leiden can follow the steps below to submit their applications.Choose a programme from Leiden University coursesCheck the admission requirements for the courseCheck the deadlinesCollect the required documents as per the course Start the application and upload the documentsPay application fee to submit itPay the initial tuition fees to confirm the seat

Question 12

What are the English language requirements for the University of Leiden?

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IELTS / TOEFL scores are accepted by Leiden Uni. For Master's admission, Indian applicants are required to have a range of IELTS between 6.0 – 7.5 (as required by the course). The TOEFL score range is 80-113. To know the English language requirements for Bachelor's courses, refer to the official website for more details.

Question 13

Do I need to know Dutch to study at Leiden University?

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Many of the courses at Leiden University Netherlands are taught in English language. It offers 16 English-taught courses at the Bachelor's level and 80 courses at the Master's level. So, students aiming for the English taught courses must submit the English language proficiency score. IELTS / TOEFL scores are accepted at this university and the minimum scores required vary as per the courses.

Question 14

How can I get scholarship in Leiden University?

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To get Leiden University scholarships, international students have to apply online for admission to a Master's programme and pay the Leiden University application fee if applicable. In the scholarship section of your online application, indicate that you wish to apply for a LExS. Upload your LExS motivation letter as instructed in your online application.Read more about the Scholarships to Study in the Netherlands

Question 15

What is Leiden University NL – Scholarship (Outgoing) scholarship?

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Leiden University NL – Scholarship (Outgoing) scholarship, formerly known as Holland Scholarship is for Bachelor's and Master's students enrolled at this university. The scholarship amount is EUR 2,500 (Around INR 2.5 lakh). Do apply for the scholarship separately from the designated tab. The scholarship application is forwarded to the faculty to make the final selection.

Question 16

What is the Leiden University Excellence Scholarship?

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Leiden University Excellence Scholarship is for the students joining full-time Master's programme at the university (with the exception to all Humanities program) and LLM Non-Advanced and MSc Int. Relations and Diplomacy). The students must be among the Top 10% in their previous study program. There are 5 levels of scholarship. Apply for this scholarship separately during the admission process. It is awarded for the duration of the study program.  €10,000 of the tuition fee€15,000 of the tuition fee€17,500 of the tuition fee€18,500 of the tuition fee€19,000 of the tuition fee

Question 17

What are the requirements for Leiden University for Indian students?

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Indian students who want to study at Leiden University must meet below mentioned requirements-Leiden University UG Requirement-Diploma that is at least equal to Dutch pre-university Diploma.Meet English language requirement.Students have to meet program specific requirements.Leiden University PG Requirement-Students must have BA or BSc degree to be get into any of Leiden University’s PG programMeet English language requirementStudents have to meet program specific requirements

Question 18

What are the requirements for Computer Science at Leiden University?

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There is no specific requirements for admission in Leiden University MS in CS program. But, the international applicants are required to have a UG degree and meet the English language requirements to get admission to the university. Along with all the admission requirements given, a good GPA is also required.

Question 19

How much is the fee for Leiden University?

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Leiden University offers a wide range of programs at undergraduate and postgraduate levels. The tuition fee for international students will depend on the type of course and level of study. Also, Leiden University is a public university, therefore, tuition fee for international students and domestic students may vary. Here we have given the average tuition fee for internaitonal students for some popular courses. Course Average Annual FeesMSINR 15.7 L - 17.3 L MAINR 7.1 L - 17 L BAINR 9.3 L - 13.6 L

Question 20

How long is LLM in Leiden?

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LLM in Leiden is of one-year duration. There are around 13 specialisations of the LLM course such as Civil Law, Financial Law, Public International Law, Company Law, Law & Business Administration, and more. Leiden Law School has excellent reputation nationally and internationally. In the QS subject rankings for 2025 Law and Legal Studies, this university ranks at #25 position. The LLM programme at Leiden Uni is intensive and challenging. Students can learn in many ways about theory and practice, during interactive lectures such as the practicum, Moot court competitions, etc. Career opportunities after pursuing LLM courses at Leiden Uni, more than 80% of the Law graduates find a suitable job within six months

Question 21

What are the various courses offered by Leiden University?

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Leiden University offers 16 English taught Bachelor's courses. At the master's level, around 80 English taught master's courses are offered. Study areas at the UG and PG level are:UG: International Studies, Political Sciences, Psychology, Urban Studies, etc.PG: Arts and Culture, Biology, Bioinformatics, Asian Studies, Chemistry, Computer Science, etc.

Question 22

What is the duration of M.Sc in CS at Leiden University?

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The duration of MSc in CS at Leiden University is 2 years. This course is taught by leading researchers in their fields. Also, the university's close international collaborations with industry and other scientific disciplines enable students to conduct research inspired by applications of Computer Science. The language of instruction of this course is English. According to the facts, 96.9% of all the graduates have a full-time job and they find a job within an average time of 1.3 months. Students job titles after pursuing this course range from Software Engineer to Product Manager, from Researcher to IT-Manager, from Business Intelligence Specialist to Service Manager or Consultant.

Question 23

How long is the MSc in ICT in Business and the Public Sector course at Leiden University Netherlands?

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Leiden University Netherlands MSc in ICT in Business and the Public Sector course is two-year. The language of instruction of this course is English. In this course, students are going to expand their knowledge of ICT and develop Business and organizational skills that are crucial to become a modern IT professional. To be able to pursue any Master's course at this university, the applicants are required to have a Bachelor's degree (BA or BSc). Also, an English language proficiency score is required.

Question 24

Is Leiden University prestigious?

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Leiden University is a public research universtiy and the oldest university in the Netherlands. Leiden University rankings make it one of the most prestigious universities in the Netherlands and Europe. Leiden Universtiy is consistently ranked among the top universities globally. Ranked ByRankingTHE World University Rankings - 2025#73QS World University Rankings - 2026#119

Question 25

What ranking is Leiden University in the world?

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In 2026, Leiden University QS ranking is #119. Whereas in 2025, this university ranked at #141. It can be seen that the university's ranking has improved in 2026. Also, as per Times Higher Education rankings, Leiden University world ranking is #73 in 2025. Also, as per U.S. News & World Report, this university ranks at #56 in 2025 globally.

Question 26

How is the student life at Leiden University?

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Leiden University offers its students countless options to develop socially and personally outside the classroom. Students can join the campus-wide organizations such as the International Student Network. Students can also utilize University Sports Centre (USC) to remain fit. There are also various student associations covering different culture area. Many students and student associations can run their own drama groups, join an independent drama group, sing in a choir, etc.

Question 27

Does Leiden University have student housing?

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Each semester, Leiden University reserves a limited number of rooms for international students via a local agency. The university does not have student dorms. The university can house certain number of students of students only who submit the housing request. The average room cost in Leiden is between Euro 300 – Euro 750 per month.

Course level	Tuition Fee Per Year in INR
UG	INR 2.24 L - 15.46 L
PG	INR 7.07 L - 18.73 L

Particulars	Expenses
Rent	INR 35k - INR 62k
Groceries	INR 15k
Clothing and shoes	INR 4,700
Travel expenses	INR 6.2K
Health insurance	INR 7k - INR 10k
Books and study materials	INR 4,300
Sports and social activities	INR 11K
Telephone	INR 1,600

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