Master's
Wageningen University Fellowship Programme
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Wageningen University & Research
Wageningen, Netherlands
"The only Dutch university focused on healthy food and the living environment"
At a Glance
Accept Rate
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Avg Salary/Yr
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Ranking
#154 (QS)
PSW VISA
1 year (orientation year)
About Wageningen University & Research
Wageningen University & Research (WUR) became the National Agricultural College on 9 March 1918, and the Wageningen University of today is part of one organisation with the Wageningen Research institutes. It is the only Dutch university that focuses on healthy food and the living environment. In October 2025 it had 12,407 students: 5,175 bachelor's, 6,754 master's and 99 pre-master students, of whom 3,376 are non-Dutch. Its students come from 109 nationalities, mostly Chinese, German and Italian. WUR is #154 in the QS World University Rankings 2027 and equal 66th in the THE World University Rankings 2027.
Rankings & Recognition
#154
Ranked #154 in the QS World University Rankings 2027 (#153 in QS 2026) and =66 in THE 2027.
Accreditations & Memberships
4TU federation
QS 2026 Performance Breakdown
Score out of 100 across each QS evaluation pillar, with Wageningen University & Research's global standing for that metric.
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Key Facts
1918
Founded
#154
QS 2027 Rank
Public university
Type
Wageningen
Location
12,407 (Oct 2025)
Students
3,376
Non-Dutch Students
Popular Programs
Food Technology
Biotechnology
Molecular Life Sciences
Environmental Sciences
Climate Studies
Nutrition and Health
Application Details
Application Route
Studielink + university portal
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Study Abroad & Visa Details
Visa Approval Rate
96%
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
WUR Fellowship Programme
Career Outcomes
92%
Placement Ratio
1 year (orientation year)
Post-Study Work
16
Work While Study
Where Graduates Land
Faculty & Alumni
Employees — 7,000+
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Notable Alumni
Campus & Location
Wageningen University & Research has its main campus in Wageningen, in the Gelderland province of the Netherlands, at Droevendaalsesteeg 4. The campus is located in the heart of the Food Valley region. WUR's research institutes also have locations elsewhere in the Netherlands.
Campus Details
Wageningen
Campus (main campus)
Campus Forecast
Wageningen
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
12,407 (Oct 2025)
Non-Dutch Students
3,376
Nationalities
109 (2024/25)
Cost Deep-Dive
Annual Tuition
€16,600 / year
Intakes & Deadlines
WUR admits international students in September, and some master programmes also in February. Check each programme page for the deadline.
Scholarships at Wageningen University & Research
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 WUR 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
Wageningen University & Research has its main campus in Wageningen, in the Gelderland province of the Netherlands, at Droevendaalsesteeg 4. The campus is located in the heart of the Food Valley region. WUR's research institutes also have locations elsewhere in the Netherlands.
Bachelor's
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Bachelor's
Biotechnology
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Bachelor's
Food Technology
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Bachelor's
Molecular Life Sciences
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Bachelor's
International Land and Water Management
Master's
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Master's
Food Technology (Master's)
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Master's
Biotechnology (Master's)
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Master's
Animal Sciences
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Master's
Plant Sciences
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Master's
Climate Studies
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Master's
Nutrition and Health
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Master's
Environmental Sciences
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