University of Antwerp

A public university in Antwerp, Belgium, the University of Antwerp is a third-largest university in Flanders. Over 25,000 students are enrolled at this university. There are 9 faculties at tihis university, Arts, Applied Engineering, Law, Business and Economics, Medicine and Health Sciences, etc.

Additionally, the Uni of Antwerp is a partner for the Young Universities for the Future of Europe (YUFE). This is an alliance of 10 universities, that brings together young research driven universities together, to become an inclusive European University, focused on exchange and collaboration. Antwerp Uni also offers courses in English language. As per the unofficial sources, the University of Antwerp acceptance rate is around 33%.

University of Antwerp Facts

There are 17 institutes and centres for UAntwerp. Also, there are 15 research centres of excellence. Students who want to study in Belgium can check the facts about the University of Antwerp from the table given below-

History

In 2003, the University of Antwerp was established. But, the roots of the university goes back to when two commercial institutes were founded in Antwerp, the Sint-Ignatius Handelshogeschool and the Rijkshandelshogeschool. Then, in 1965 these two institutes gained university status and became faculties of Economics Science. A third institute was founded in 1971, the UIA. Then, in 1973, these three institutes began to cooperate as a confederation under the name - University of Antwerp.

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A public university in Antwerp, Belgium, the University of Antwerp is a third-largest university in Flanders. Over 25,000 students are enrolled at this university. There are 9 faculties at tihis university, Arts, Applied Engineering, Law, Business and Economics, Medicine and Health Sciences, etc.

Additionally, the Uni of Antwerp is a partner for the Young Universities for the Future of Europe (YUFE). This is an alliance of 10 universities, that brings together young research driven universities together, to become an inclusive European University, focused on exchange and collaboration. Antwerp Uni also offers courses in English language. As per the unofficial sources, the University of Antwerp acceptance rate is around 33%.

University of Antwerp Facts

There are 17 institutes and centres for UAntwerp. Also, there are 15 research centres of excellence. Students who want to study in Belgium can check the facts about the University of Antwerp from the table given below-

History

In 2003, the University of Antwerp was established. But, the roots of the university goes back to when two commercial institutes were founded in Antwerp, the Sint-Ignatius Handelshogeschool and the Rijkshandelshogeschool. Then, in 1965 these two institutes gained university status and became faculties of Economics Science. A third institute was founded in 1971, the UIA. Then, in 1973, these three institutes began to cooperate as a confederation under the name - University of Antwerp.

The University of Antwerp offers courses at the UG and PG levels. For Indian students, 35+ courses are offered by the Uni of Antwerp. Study areas at this university are Economics and Management, Chemistry, Computer Science, Health, Arts and Culture, Law, Politics and Society, etc.

University of Antwerp Popular Programs

The popular courses of University of Antwerp among Indian students are Masters in Rehabilitation Sciences and Physiotherapy, MSc in Computer Science and AI, and Master of Laws. The duration of the Master's courses is around 2 years.

Over 80,000 is the alumni network of UAntwerp. The alumni of UAntwerp include Peter Piot, Jan Jambon, Kris Peeters, Bart Peeters, Pascal Smet, etc. The designations of the alumni of the UAntwerp are given below:

Names	Designation	Images
Peter Piot	Microbiologist
Bart Peeters	Singer, Musician
Kris Peeters	Belgian Politician
Jan Jambon	Businessman and Politician
Peter Mertens	Politician

The Career Center at the UAntwerp is a free online platform that offers students all the tools and information required to develop the career. The career coaches at UAntwerp organize tips and tricks sessions and workshops. These sessions are on various themes such as finding a job, writing a CV or motivation letter, practicing a job interview, etc.

University of Antwerp Placement Rate

As per the official facts, the University of Antwerp placement rate is 93.6%, within 6 months of graduation. If the focus is on international students, then 1/3 international students stay in Belgium to work after the studies. Also, international students can work part time, a maximum of 20 hours per week.

As per the university, the tuition fee to study at University of Antwerp is reasonable when compared internationally. For Indian students, the University of Antwerp tuition fees for UG courses is around INR 3.2 lakh. Whereas, for PG courses, the tuition fees for Antwerp University is around INR 6.15 lakh.

Cost of Living for Indian Students

The living cost for students in Belgium is around EUR 16,000 per year (Around INR 17.4 lakh). Per month cost for students at the Uni of Antwerp is given below-

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Students who want to take admission to the University of Antwerp can submit the online application form. Language proficiency certificate has to be submitted too.The screening of application documents may take up to 4 weeks.

University of Antwerp Application Deadlines

The application deadlines for international students for UG & PG courses of this university are given below-

University of Antwerp Eligibility for Indian Students

A few of the documents that are required to study at the Uni of Antwerp are given below-

• Colored copy of valid passport or id card
• A motivation letter
• CV
• Transcripts of previous studies
• English language proficiency test score report

Undergraduate Admission Requirements

Indian students who want to take admission to Antwerp Uni UG courses should have at least completed a Secondary School. English language proficiency score is also required for admissions.

Postgraduate Admission Requirements

Students are required to have a Bachelor's degree for admission to the Master's courses of the Uni of Antwerp. TOEFL / IELTS or equivalent test scores are required for admission.

As per Shiksha Popularity Ranking, University of Antwerp ranking stands at #4 in 2026 at national level. Also, the university is ranked #168 in the world by Shiksha Popularity Ranking 2026. The subject rankings of Antwerp Uni are #2 for MA, #3 for MSN, #4 for LLM, #5 for MArch, etc.

By Other Ranking Bodies

Apart from Shiksha Popularity ranking, QS has also ranked the university globally. The University of Antwerp QS ranking is #280 in 2026. The University of Antwerp rankings #170 by THE in 2026, globally. In Shanghai rankings 2025, the Uni of Antwerp is #300-401.

Based in Antwerp, Belgium, the University of Antwerp has 4 campuses. These are Drie Eiken, Campus Middelheim, Campus Groenenborger, and Stadscampus. There are many student associations at the UAntwerp, thematic students association, cultural associations, sports associations, and more. More details about the University of Antwerp campus life are given below-

Campus Life

The student associations at UAntwerp are Prisma, Ichtus, Antwerp Law School Consultancy, Asian Student Association, etc. Also, this university offers sports activities for students. The sports team at UAntwerp organizes many events throughout the year such as the Midnight Swim, the annual gala, the 12-hour run, etc.

• Housing is offered to international students of the Uni of Antwerp. Near the city campus, there are 2 residences nearby (Stadscampus). At campus Drie Eiken, housing is available. The monthly housing prices at the university's residence can range between EUR 360 - EUR 495+