Question 1

Is it hard to get into Groningen University?

Accepted Answer

The acceptance rate at the University of Groningen is 50%. Groningen Uni is moderately selective at the time of admission. This means that it is a relatively moderately competitive university.  While the acceptance rate is higher, students should have good academic record.

Question 2

Is the University of Groningen good for international students?

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Groningen Uni offers 100% English-taught degree programs and offering more than 185+ highly-ranked and top-rated programs. Groningen Uni is home to 33,000 students. Out of which 9,000 are international students.

Question 3

Is Groningen University a prestigious university?

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The Uni of Groningen ranks among the Top 100 Universities in Times Higher Education rankings for 2026. In 2026 Times Higher rankings, this university ranks at #82 in 2026. Also, a number of international students study here. There are total 33,000 students at the University of Groningen. Out of this,  9,000 are international students.

Question 4

Are there any Nobel Prize winners connected with the University of Groningen?

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Yes, there are Nobel Prize winners connected with the University of Groningen.Ben Feringa (an alumni), Nobel Prize for Chemistry in 2016 for the discovery of 'molecular machine'Frits Zernike (a professor), Nobel Prize for Physics in 1953 for the invention of the phase contrast microscopeAlbert Szent-Gyorgyi (an alumni), Nobel Prize for cell respiration and vitamin C in 1937Heike Kamerlingh Onnes, Nobel Prize for properties of matter at low temperatures in 1913

Question 5

Who are the top recruiters for the University of Groningen?

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The University of Groningen graduates are currently working in industries like education, healthcare services, business development, research, operations and many more. As per unofficial sources, the top recruiters who have recruited these graduates are as follows:UMCGAmsterdam UMCDeloittePhilios and many more.

Question 6

What are the top skills in which the University of Groningen graduates excel?

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As per unofficial sources, the University of Groningen graduates have pursued degrees in majors like Economics, Medicine, Psychology, Business Administration and Management and Business in general. The top skills they acquire are as follows:Research SkillsEnglish languageMicrosoft Officeand Project Management

Question 7

How can I apply to Groningen University?

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Students can apply directly via the university portal online to take admission to the Uni of Groningen. An English language proficiency score is required for admissions. Some of the documents required to apply are:Academic transcriptsProof of English language proficiencyCVGMAT / GRE scorePassport

Question 8

How can I get admission in the University of Groningen?

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International students applying for the University of Groningen can apply online through 'Studielink'. Studielink is an official registration and application portal to apply for courses at Dutch Higher Education institutions. For the majority of the programs international students are required to first register visa Studielink tool and then procced with application process.

Question 9

What are the entry requirements of Groningen University MSc in Finance course?

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The University of Groningen MSc in Finance course is 12-months. Students who want to study MSc in Finance course hould have a Bachelor's degree. An English language proficiency is also required for admission to this course. IELTS (6.5) / TOEFL (90) / PTE scores (66) are accepted for admission to this courses.

Question 10

Does University of Groningen offer scholarships?

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The University of Groningen offers a Holland Scholarship to all full-time degree-seeking (graduate, doctorate, or undergraduate) international students.Below are the requirements for students who can avail Holland Scholarship :Do not hold the nationality of EEA countriesWant to study in the NetherlandsDo not have a degree from an educational institute in the NetherlandsHave excellent grades in undergraduate/graduate studiesMeet the specific requirements of the University of GroningenHave an offer letter from the universityHave a motivation letter University of Groningen offers EUR 5,000 to international students to cover the living expenses in the Netherlands, which is available for the first year of study. Check the scholarship webpage on the official university website for more details.

Question 11

How many expenses must be considered by an Indian student to live in Netherlands while studying at the University of Groningen?

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Per month costs for Indian student ranges INR 1.4 L -  INR 1.7 L. It includes travel, food, housing, personal expenses, etc. Mentioned below is breakdown of these expenses in detail-ParticularsMonthly Cost of Living (EUR)Monthly Cost of Living (INR)Study MaterialEUR 80INR 8.2 KHousingEUR 750 - 900INR 77.2 KTelephoneEUR 26INR 2.6 KFood and drinksEUR 150 - 250INR 15.4 KBikesEUR 80 - 110INR 8.2 K - 11.3 KTravel expensesEUR 62INR 6.3 K InsuranceEUR 100 - 120INR 10.2 K - 12.3 KAdditional costsEUR 157INR 16.1 KTOTALEUR 1405 - 1705INR 1.4 L - 1.7 L1 EUR  = INR 102.98

Question 12

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

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International students applying for courses taught in English at University of Groningen are required to show their proficiency in English language. But native English speakers are given exemption. The minimum English language requirements for international students are:ExamScoreTOEFL80 - 90IELTS6.0 - 6.5

Question 13

What is Groningen University famous for?

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The Universit of Groningen is one of the most prestigious universities in the Netherlands. It offers more than 180+ highly-ranked and top-rated programs at undergraduatea and postgraduate levels. However, the university is famous for its high qualty education and researc in a broad  range of disciplines on three main elements: Energy, Healthy Ageing, and Sustainable Society.

Question 14

What is the duration of the University of Groningen MSc in Finance?

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The duration of MSc in Finance course at the Groningen Uni is 12 months. The language of instruction of this course is English. This course is AACSB and EQUIS accredited. 25% are international students at the University of Groningen. While studying this course at Groningen Uni, students can engage in real-life investment games and business cases, bridging theory and practice.

Question 15

What rank is Groningen in QS?

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The Uni of Groningen QS ranking is #147 in 2026. Last year, this university was ranked at #159. This shows that this university ranks among the Top 200 Universities worldwide. Also, in 2025, Groningen Uni was ranked for various subjects such as #29 for Psychology, #57 for Pharmacy and Pharmacology, #84 for Sociology, #51-100 for Communication and Media Studies.

Question 16

What is the University of Groningen ranked in Psychology?

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As per the 2026 subject rankings of Groningen University, a few of the subjects are ranked in the Top 100. This includes the Psychology subject. It ranks at #41 in THE subject rankings. Other subjects that are ranked among the Top 100 are:Social Sciences: #51Business & Economics: #56Education: #63Medical and Health: #63Arts and Humanities: #66Law: #73Physical Sciences: #80

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Aletta Jacobs	One of the first female physicians in the Netherlands
Heike Kamerlingh Onnes	Dutch physicist
Paul Polman	Dutch businessman and Author
Job Cohen	Dutch politician
Princess Christina of the Netherlands	Singer
Tommy Wieringa	Journalist
Sofie van den Enk	Television presenter
Princess Marilene of Orange Nassau	Businessperson
Heleen Mees	Writer, Economist, Lawyer

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