Study in the Netherlands as an American
The Netherlands offers many English-taught bachelor's programs, but admission requirements are set by each institution and can vary by program.
What American families should know
- For most programs, applicants first check the institution’s requirements and commonly register through Studielink.
- Dutch institutions evaluate whether the applicant's diploma meets the required level, often using Nuffic guidance.
- English-language requirements vary by institution and program.
- Selection and numerus-fixus programs can have earlier deadlines and additional requirements.
How Pathways helps
We compare the student's actual academic record to current program requirements, identify gaps early, research the application route, build a timeline and connect the university choice to the student's longer-term career goals.
Official resources
Admissions rules change. We use official sources as the starting point and verify requirements with the individual university or program.
Keep researching
Country-level information is only the starting point. The individual university and program remain the authoritative source for admissions requirements and deadlines.
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