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Utrecht University

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Overview

Established in 1636, the Universiteit Utrecht (Utrecht University) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the medium city of Utrecht (population range of 250,000-499,999 inhabitants). Officially recognized by the Ministerie van Onderwijs, Cultuur en Wetenschap, Nederland (Ministry of Education, Culture and Science of the Netherlands), Universiteit Utrecht (UU) is a very large sized (uniRank enrollment range: 30,000-34,999 students) coeducational Dutch higher education institution. Universiteit Utrecht (UU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 389-year-old Dutch higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. UU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, sports facilities, study abroad and exchange programs, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Utrecht University's Control Typepublic

Entity

Utrecht University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Utrecht University' Size by Total Enrollmentvery large sized

Selectivity

Utrecht University's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenot reported

University Identity

Name (English) Utrecht University
Name
Name (Non Latin)
Acronym UU
Founded 1636
Motto Sol Iustitiae Illustra Nos
Sun of Righteousness, shine upon us
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Mascot
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University Location

Address Heidelberglaan 8
Utrecht
3584 CS Utrecht
Netherlands
Utrecht University's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Utrecht University Phone Number (30) 253 7000
Utrecht University Fax Number (30) 253 2627
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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 Universiteit Utrecht 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 Universiteit Utrecht'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 Universiteit Utrecht 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 Universiteit Utrecht.



Utrecht University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
2,500-4,999 US$ (2,280-4,555 Euro) 1,000-2,499 US$ (910-2,280 Euro)
International
students
2,500-4,999 US$ (2,280-4,555 Euro) 10,000-12,499 US$ (9,110-11,390 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

Utrecht University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits men and women (coeducational).


Utrecht University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

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


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Not reported.


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


Utrecht University's International Students Admission International Students Admission

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

Utrecht University has more than 4200 international students.

Utrecht University's Admission Office Admission Office

Heidelberglaan 8
Utrecht 3584 CS
(30) 253 7000


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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

Utrecht University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

This institution has a student enrollment range from 30,000 to 34,999, making it a very large-sized institution.


Utrecht University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution's academic staff ranges from 1,500 to 1,999 members.


Utrecht University's Control Type Control Type

This institution is a public higher education institution.


Utrecht University's Entity Type Entity Type

This institution is a non-profit higher education institution.


Utrecht University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a urban setting.


Utrecht University'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.


Utrecht University's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Utrecht University is None Religious Affiliation

None.


Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities


Utrecht University's Library University Library

Yes Visit Utrecht University's Library


Utrecht University's Housing University Housing

Not reported


Utrecht University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Utrecht University's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Yes


University Services


Utrecht University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Not reported


Utrecht University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Utrecht University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported


Utrecht University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported


Utrecht University's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


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.


Utrecht University's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Utrecht University is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Ministerie van Onderwijs, Cultuur en Wetenschap, Nederland

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

Not available; please use the Feedback/Error report form at the end of this page to submit a list of Universiteit Utrecht's official programmatic or specialized accreditations. If you are an official representative of this university you can also claim and update this entire university profile free of charge (UPDATE ALL).



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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

University memberships and affiliations to external organizations can be important for several reasons... read our article about university affiliations and memberships to learn more.


Affiliations and Memberships

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

  • European University Association (EUA)
  • League of European Research Universities (LERU)
  • Utrecht Network


Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a university focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer divisions and a more streamlined organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

uniRank shows a structural diagram of the first-level academic divisions of the Universiteit Utrecht 's organizational structure; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.


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Social Media

Introduction

Social media can be a powerful tool for Universities to communicate with current students, alumni, faculty, staff and the wider community. But how can social media be important for prospective students? Read our article about the importance of Social Media for universities and prospective students to learn more.


Social Media

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Universiteit Utrecht's Instagram page review

LinkedIn LinkedIn

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TikTok TikTok

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Free Online Courses

Open Education Global Open Education Global

This higher education institution is not a member of the Open Education Global (OEGlobal) organization that is developing, implementing, and supporting free open education and free online courses. View a list of Open Education Global members by country.


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