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Groningen Talent Grant
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University of Groningen
Groningen, Netherlands
"The Netherlands' second oldest university, with over 100 English-taught programmes"
At a Glance
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Ranking
#157 (QS)
PSW VISA
1 year (orientation year)
About University of Groningen
The University of Groningen was founded in 1614 and is the second oldest university in the Netherlands. Its 2025 key figures list 11 faculties (one in Leeuwarden), 32,500 students of whom 26% are international, more than 120 nationalities, 45 bachelor's and 120 master's programmes that are mostly English-taught, and 7,350 FTE staff. It has four thematic schools, in energy, health, sustainability and ICT. The University of Groningen is #157 in the QS World University Rankings 2027, down from #147.
Rankings & Recognition
#157
Ranked #157 in the QS World University Rankings 2027 (#147 in QS 2026).
Accreditations & Memberships
QS 2026 Performance Breakdown
Score out of 100 across each QS evaluation pillar, with University of Groningen's global standing for that metric.
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Key Facts
1614
Founded
#157
QS 2027 Rank
Public university
Type
Groningen
Location
32,500 (2025)
Students
26% (8,500)
International Students
Popular Programs
Computing Science
Artificial Intelligence
International Business
Psychology
Energy and Environmental Sciences
Astronomy
Application Details
Application Route
Studielink + university portal
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Study Abroad & Visa Details
Visa Approval Rate
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I-20 Processing
Study permit (MVV + residence permit)
Post-Study Work
1 year (orientation year)
Green Card Pathway
Highly skilled migrant permit
Financials
Application Fee
N/A
Avg Scholarship
Groningen Talent Grant
Career Outcomes
89%
Placement Ratio
1 year (orientation year)
Post-Study Work
Where Graduates Land
Faculty & Alumni
FTE Staff — 7,350 (2025)
International FTE Staff — 29%
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Notable Alumni
Campus & Location
The University of Groningen has its main locations in the city of Groningen: the City Centre Campus, the Zernike Campus in the north of the city, and the Healthy Ageing Campus near the University Medical Center Groningen (UMCG). Campus Fryslân, one faculty of the university, is in Leeuwarden.
Campus Details
Groningen
(City Centre + Zernike + Healthy Ageing Campus)
Leeuwarden
(Campus Fryslân)
Campus Forecast
Groningen
Leeuwarden
Student Life & Housing
Housing
University housing partners and private rooms
Dining
Campus canteens and nearby cafes
Health & Wellness
Dutch health insurance is mandatory
Activities & Clubs
Student associations
Sports
Cultural events
Diversity & Demographics
Total Students
32,500 (2025)
International Students
8,500 (26%)
Nationalities
120+
Cost Deep-Dive
Annual Tuition
€10,500 / year
Intakes & Deadlines
Groningen admits international students in September, and some master programmes also in February. Check each programme page for the deadline.
Scholarships at University of Groningen
1 scholarship available
These are general eligibility guidelines. Always confirm exact requirements with the university's admissions office or your Sukhada counsellor.
Academic Requirements
Undergraduate
Secondary school diploma accepted as equivalent to the Dutch VWO diploma, plus the entry requirements of each programme.
Postgraduate
Relevant bachelor's degree, English proficiency and the entry requirements of each programme.
English Proficiency
IELTS
TOEFL iBT
PTE Academic
Required Documents
Passport copy
Application form (Studielink + university portal)
Diploma and academic transcripts
English proof (IELTS / TOEFL / Duolingo)
Motivation letter
CV / resume
Recommendation letters (master)
Proof of financial means
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Application Process
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Choose programme
Check the programme, language of instruction and entry rules on the Groningen website.
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Apply online
Register in Studielink and complete the application in the university portal before the programme deadline.
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Upload documents
Upload your diploma, transcripts, English proof, motivation letter and CV; some programmes add a test or interview.
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Admission decision
The university assesses your file and sends an admission decision.
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Accept & pay
Accept the offer and pay the tuition fee instalment or deposit; the university applies for your MVV and residence permit with the IND.
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Visa & arrive
Collect the MVV at the Dutch embassy if needed, travel, collect your residence permit card and register with the municipality.
Campus & Location
The University of Groningen has its main locations in the city of Groningen: the City Centre Campus, the Zernike Campus in the north of the city, and the Healthy Ageing Campus near the University Medical Center Groningen (UMCG). Campus Fryslân, one faculty of the university, is in Leeuwarden.
Bachelor's
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Computing Science
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Bachelor's
International Business
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Bachelor's
Psychology
Master's
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Master's
Artificial Intelligence
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Master's
Energy and Environmental Sciences
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Master's
Business Administration
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Master's
Astronomy
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