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Learn through discussion and real problems, with a clear plan for entry, tuition and scholarship support.

Plan my studies with UGOFor students in Uzbekistan. For the families beside them.

Start with
the essentials.

Your school certificate, subjects and study language shape your next step.

Length of study

Typically 3 years at research universities or 4 at universities of applied sciences.

After Grade 11 in Uzbekistan

Extra year or foundation

An Uzbek Grade 11 certificate alone is often not enough for research universities. Universities of applied sciences assess it individually; some offer foundation routes.

Tests to plan for

English + maths proof

Usually IELTS or TOEFL. Some programmes also ask for a set maths level or an extra maths exam; numerus fixus courses add selection.

Can I study in English?

Dutch and English-taught options; check each programme.

More about qualifications and tests

Your exact certificate matters. The University of Twente states the Uzbek Grade 11 certificate cannot give direct admission, because its level is not equivalent to Dutch pre-university (VWO) education.

Universities of applied sciences assess foreign diplomas individually, and some offer a foundation route. Research universities may ask for a recognised foundation or a year of university study first.

English proof such as IELTS is standard. Some programmes also ask for a set maths level or an extra maths exam, and numerus fixus programmes run their own selection.

Know the costs.
Plan with confidence.

Headline estimates are in USD, before scholarships. Tuition is shown per year; living costs per month.

Tuition / year

$10,100–22,400

Study in NL average non-EU bachelor’s range

Living / month

$1,120–1,680

Study in NL estimate; rent is the largest cost

What these figures include

Converted Study in NL figures: €9,000–20,000 average non-EU bachelor’s tuition and €1,000–1,500 monthly living. Fees vary by programme and institution.

Rent is usually the largest monthly cost, and rooms are scarce in big cities. Add visa, insurance, housing deposit and arrival costs, and check what each quote already includes.

USD conversion basis: ECB reference rate of 23 October 2026. Your institution will normally charge in euros.

Working while studying

Can I work as a student?

Up to 16 hours / week, or full-time in June–August

Your employer needs a work permit (TWV) from UWV before you start, and you must hold a study residence permit. Check the IND conditions; rules for self-employment differ.

Check the official work rules

Roles to look for

  • Campus and student-support roles
  • Hospitality, retail and delivery
  • Internships linked to your programme

Ask the employer about the TWV before agreeing to start. Many applied-sciences programmes include a work placement.

A job can help with everyday spending, but vacancies and earnings are not guaranteed. Plan your tuition and essential living costs without relying on future work.

Scholarships.
What can they cover?

Look for university awards that reduce tuition. Compare what your family would still pay for both study and living expenses.

Partial first-year support

Examples to explore, not guaranteed awards. Admission and scholarship applications can have different deadlines.

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NL Scholarship

What it offers

$5,600 (€5,000) once, in the first year, at participating institutions.

Non-EEA applicants only. Each institution sets its deadline; check the current call.

Apply through the participating institution
Requirements & how to apply

What you usually need

  • Non-EEA nationality and no previous degree from a Dutch institution.
  • An application to a full-time bachelor’s programme at a participating institution.
  • Meeting that institution’s admission requirements and any extra scholarship criteria.

Your application steps

  1. Check that your chosen institution is on this year’s participating list.
  2. Apply for your programme, then follow the institution’s own NL Scholarship procedure.
  3. Submit by the institution’s scholarship deadline. Check the current call.
Official requirements & application
More funding details

NL Scholarship: €5,000 once, in the first year, for non-EEA students at participating institutions. The participating list changes every year; check the current call.

The award does not cover full tuition or living costs. Check each university’s own scholarships and budget for the amount your family still needs to pay.

See official funding links
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What would you
like to study?

Dutch teaching often emphasises teamwork and problem-solving. Research universities and universities of applied sciences offer different routes into a subject.

International business

Management, marketing and trade in an international classroom. Compare research-university and applied-sciences versions.

Economics & econometrics

Markets, policy and quantitative analysis. Check the maths level required for entry.

Computer science

Programming, algorithms and software systems. Compare AI, data science and cybersecurity options.

Engineering

Mechanical, aerospace, civil and electrical routes. Most need strong maths and physics.

Psychology

Behaviour, cognition and research methods. Clinical practice usually requires a master’s and further training.

Liberal arts & sciences

Broad, interdisciplinary study at university colleges, with a major chosen during the degree.

Industrial design

Product design, user research and prototyping. Check whether a portfolio or design test is needed.

Hospitality & tourism

Service, operations and business management, often with internships, mainly at universities of applied sciences.

Before you chooseBefore you choose, compare whether a programme is at a research university (3 years) or a university of applied sciences (4 years), and check its maths requirement.

Universities to explore

QS World University Rankings 2027

Overall university rankings, not subject rankings. “=” means a shared rank; a range is a ranking band. Compare course content, language and entry requirements too.

These are examples to research, not UGO partners or guaranteed admission or funding.

A little preparation.
A clearer plan.

Bring your school results, subject interests and a family budget to your consultation.

Choose your intake

Most programmes start in September. Studielink deadlines are 15 January for numerus fixus and 1 May for others; some universities close earlier for non-EU applicants.

Prepare your documents

Start with your passport, school certificate and transcript, plus English test results. Ask each institution how it assesses your diploma and whether a foundation year is needed.

Agree a realistic budget

Confirm the full tuition fee, housing options, deposit rules and what the NL Scholarship leaves unpaid before you commit.

Official sources & detailed guidanceAdmission, funding, student work and university rankings

Planning guidance reviewed 25 October 2026; costs, funding, student work and QS rankings checked on 25 October 2026. Confirm current requirements and fees for your intake with the institution.

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