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Fontys University of Applied Sciences

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world rank  1012

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Overview

Founded in 1996, the Fontys Hogescholen (Fontys University of Applied Sciences) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the small city of Eindhoven (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), North Brabant. This institution also has a branch campus in Tilburg and Venlo. Officially recognized by the Nederlands-Vlaamse Accreditatieorganisatie (Accreditation Organisation of the Netherlands and Flanders), Fontys Hogescholen (Fontys) is a very large sized (uniRank enrollment range: 40,000-44,999 students) coeducational Dutch higher education institution. Fontys Hogescholen (Fontys) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees and master's degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 29-year-old Dutch higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 80-89% making this Dutch higher education organization a least selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. Fontys also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Fontys University of Applied Sciences's Control Typepublic

Entity

Fontys University of Applied Sciences's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Fontys University of Applied Sciences' Size by Total Enrollmentvery large sized

Selectivity

Fontys University of Applied Sciences's Selectivity by Acceptance Rateleast selective

University Identity

Name (English) Fontys University of Applied Sciences
Name
Name (Non Latin)
Acronym Fontys
Founded 1996
Motto Denk Groter
Think Bigger
Colours Purple and white
Mascot
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University Location

Address Rachelsmolen 1
Eindhoven
5612 MA North Brabant
Netherlands
Fontys University of Applied Sciences's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Fontys University of Applied Sciences Phone Number (8850) 80000
Fontys University of Applied Sciences Fax Number
Other locations Tilburg and Venlo

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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Fontys Hogescholen is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Fontys Hogescholen's academic range and degree level offering.




Programs and Courses

Programs/Courses/Degrees

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Fontys Hogescholen categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at Fontys Hogescholen.



Fontys University of Applied Sciences: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
2,500-4,999 US$ (2,280-4,555 Euro) 12,500-14,999 US$ (11,390-13,670 Euro)
International
students
7,500-9,999 US$ (6,830-9,110 Euro) 15,000-17,499 US$ (13,670-15,950 Euro)

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Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

Fontys University of Applied Sciences's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits men and women (coeducational).


Fontys University of Applied Sciences's Admission Selection Admission Selection

This higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

This institution acceptance rate range is 80-89% making it a least selective higher education institution.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

Not reported


Fontys University of Applied Sciences's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.


Fontys University of Applied Sciences's Admission Office Admission Office






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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

Fontys University of Applied Sciences's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

This institution has a student enrollment range from 40,000 to 44,999, making it a very large-sized institution.


Fontys University of Applied Sciences's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution's academic staff ranges from 2,500 to 2,999 members.


Fontys University of Applied Sciences's Control Type Control Type

This institution is a public higher education institution.


Fontys University of Applied Sciences's Entity Type Entity Type

This institution is a non-profit higher education institution.


Fontys University of Applied Sciences's Campus Setting Campus Setting

Not reported.


Fontys University of Applied Sciences's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.


Fontys University of Applied Sciences's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Fontys University of Applied Sciences is None Religious Affiliation

None.


Facilities and Services

Introduction

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University Facilities


Fontys University of Applied Sciences's Library University Library

Yes Visit Fontys University of Applied Sciences's Library


Fontys University of Applied Sciences's Housing University Housing

Yes


Fontys University of Applied Sciences's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Fontys University of Applied Sciences's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported


University Services


Fontys University of Applied Sciences's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


Fontys University of Applied Sciences's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Fontys University of Applied Sciences's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported


Fontys University of Applied Sciences's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Yes


Fontys University of Applied Sciences's Career Services Career Services

Yes


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


Fontys University of Applied Sciences's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Fontys University of Applied Sciences is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Nederlands-Vlaamse Accreditatieorganisatie

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

2006


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

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Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Fontys Hogescholen's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Open Education Consortium (OEC)


Academic Structure

Introduction

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Academic Structure

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Social Media

Introduction

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Social Media

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Free Online Courses

Open Education Global Open Education Global

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