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11-04-2025 03:13:16 am
The Dutch United Provinces declared their independence from Spain in 1581; during the 17th century, they became a leading seafaring and commercial power, with settlements and colonies around the world. After 18 years of French domination, the Netherlands regained its independence in 1813. In 1830, Belgium seceded and formed a separate kingdom.
In the Netherlands, there are typically two main intakes for international students, including those from India: a primary intake in September (Fall/Autumn) and a secondary intake in February (Winter). The September intake is more common and offers a wider range of programs and courses.
For Indian students studying in the Netherlands, the main student visa types include the Schengen Visa (for courses less than 3 months) and the MVV (Provisional Residence Permit) along with the Residence Permit (VVR) for courses exceeding 3 months.
For Indian students, studying in the Netherlands can cost between €6,000 to €15,000 per year for a Bachelor’s degree and €8,000 to €20,000 for a Master’s, with living expenses adding another €800 to €1,200 per month. These costs vary depending on the city, lifestyle, and university.
For Indian students seeking higher education in the Netherlands, popular and promising courses include Engineering (especially Computer Science and Mechanical Engineering), Business and Management, and Life Sciences. Renowned institutions like Delft University of Technology and Wageningen University & Research are excellent choices for these fields
For Indian students seeking scholarships to study in the Netherlands, consider the NL Scholarship (formerly Holland Scholarship), Leiden University Excellence Scholarships, Maastricht University NL-High Potential Scholarship, TU Delft Excellence Scholarships, and Utrecht University Excellence Scholarships.
Top Universities in the Netherlands for Indian Students
Leiden University
Delft University of Technology
University of Amsterdam
University of Groningen
Utrecht University
Erasmus University Rotterdam
Wageningen University & Research
Eindhoven University of Technology
Radboud University
Indian students in the Netherlands typically spend €800 to €1200 per month (approx. ₹72,000 to ₹1,08,000).
Accommodation: €300 to €600 (approx. ₹27,000 to ₹54,000) for a room
Additional expenses include food, transport, insurance, and personal needs.
It depends on different cities, locations, and lifestyle.
For Indian students, the Netherlands offers strong job prospects, especially in tech, engineering, and high-demand sectors like:
Software Development
Data Science
Renewable Energy
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