VU University Amsterdam

Located in Amsterdam, NL

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VU University Amsterdam is a higher education institution in Amsterdam, Netherlands. Students can review degree options, admissions pathways, and campus services through its official channels. Many students choose it for a balance of academic training, practical learning, and a diverse campus experience. Prospective students can use official university resources to compare programmes and plan next steps.

Rankings: #1 (National rank)▼
National rank
Ranked #1 globally by EduRank 2026. Source: EduRank.org ↗
National rank
Ranked #1 globally by EduRank 2026. Source: EduRank.org ↗
Incoming Erasmus: 407+ Students/Year
Semester Dates: View Calendar▼
Autumn Term
14 Sept - 5 Feb
Spring Term
15 Feb - 2 Jul
Drinks: Pint 🍺: €6.5Wine 🍷: €7
Tuition (EU / Non-EU) (EST.): 2300 € / 12000 €
Monthly Rent (Est.): 875 €
On-Campus Housing: ❌ None
Erasmus student network: ✅ Active
Affordability Score: 2/10
Total Students: 31,729
English Programs: ✅ Courses AvailableOfficial Catalogue ↗
Official Portal: Visit University Site ↗

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3.9/ 5 overall

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3.3

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3.8

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4.1

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3.8

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4.1

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3.9

Food

3.4

Weather

3.6

Activities

4.7