Howest, University College West Vlaanderen

Howest, University College West Vlaanderen is based in Kortrijk. It offers a broad mix of teaching, research activity, and student-focused services. Its student experience is shaped by an international atmosphere, with partnerships and mobility across many countries. For many students, a major draw is the international environment created through cross-border partnerships and exchange.

Rankings

#21 (National rank)▼

National rank

Ranked #21 nationally by uniRank 2026. Source: 4icu.org ↗

National rank

Ranked #21 nationally by uniRank 2026. Source: 4icu.org ↗

Incoming Erasmus

197+ Students/Year

Semester Dates

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Autumn Term

14 Sept - 5 Feb

Spring Term

15 Feb - 2 Jul

Drinks

Pint 🍺: €4Wine 🍷: €4.5

Tuition (EU / Non-EU) (EST.)

620 € / 620 €

Monthly Rent (Est.)

350 €

On-Campus Housing

✅ Available

Erasmus student network

✅ Local student groups active

Affordability Score

8/10

Total Students

8,357

English Programs

✅ Courses AvailableSearch Catalogue ↗

Official Portal

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