Leiden University
Leiden, Europe
Campus photo: CHEN Dadi, CC BY-SA 3.0 nl · source
QS World Rank
#119
Institution
Public
Typical intakes in Europe
Oct, Apr
Location
Leiden, Europe
About Leiden University
Established in 1575, Leiden University is the oldest university in the Netherlands, with faculties across Leiden and The Hague and a broad portfolio of English-taught master's programmes.
Indicative tuition: EUR12,800–EUR33,100 / year · Scholarships can reduce this — we confirm what you qualify for, free.
Entry requirements
Typically a relevant bachelor's degree with a good academic record plus IELTS 6.5 overall (7.0 for some programmes); the exact requirement varies by programme.
Indicative for international postgraduate applicants — your counsellor confirms the exact cut-offs and English scores for your chosen programme, free.
Tuition + living cost calculator
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Programmes at Leiden University
Leiden University offers a wide range of programmes for international students. We confirm the exact courses, tuition and entry requirements that fit your profile — free.
Scholarships for Europe
Aalto University Scholarships
University Partial award Dates vary University-specific Award Window not confirmed — check the official page Verified12 Aug 2026 Official source Details →ARES Scholarships
Government (Destination) Fully funded Dates vary Tuition/travel/living subject to call Award Window not confirmed — check the official page Verified12 Aug 2026 Official source Details →Banach Scholarship Programme
Government (Destination) Tuition / fee support Dates vary Tuition/stipend according to current call Award Window not confirmed — check the official page Verified12 Aug 2026 Official source Details →Similar universities
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Leiden University — FAQs
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Indicative tuition is around EUR12,800–EUR33,100 per year for international students. Your counsellor confirms the exact fee for your chosen programme — free.
Typically a relevant bachelor's degree with a good academic record plus IELTS 6.5 overall (7.0 for some programmes); the exact requirement varies by programme.
The main intakes across Europe are Oct, Apr. Leiden University sets its own dates per course — we confirm the exact intake and deadline for your shortlist. Apply early: documents, funds and visa processing all take time.
No. Shortlisting, SOP/LOR/Resume drafting, application and visa guidance are free — we're paid by partner universities, not by you.
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