Wageningen University and Research is a public research university in Wageningen, the Netherlands. Established in 1876, the university specializes in life and social sciences, research. It is considered among the best universities in the world for agricultural and environmental science programs. The university ranked first in agriculture and forestry in 2022 QS World Rankings.

Highlights

Programs, Campus and Residence

• The university offers 19 bachelors’ and 70 masters’ and has 5 departments.
• The most popular programs include – Agricultural Sciences; Environment and Ecology; Plant and Animal Sciences; Social Sciences and Public Health; and Microbiology.
• The campus is fully equipped with technologies to pursue research on various aspects of life and social sciences.
• The university has no on campus housing but assists students find off campus housing on its official website.

Wageningen University and Research Admissions

The deadlines for student intake varies with each program.

Admission Requirements

• Transcripts till the most recent education in English, Dutch, French or German; letter of reference
• Language Proficiency Test –
  • TOEFL – 80
  • IELTS – 6.5
  • Cambridge – 183; CAE B; CPRE C
  • NT2 for programs taught in Dutch
• Application fee – Varies
• Additional requirements – Letter of motivation; CV; Copy of passport for proof of identity.

The applications must be submitted through the studielink.nl portal for both bachelors’ and masters’ programs.

Financial Aid and Cost of Study

The university offers financial aid in the form of scholarships, loans and study abroad programs.

Wageningen University and Research International Students Fees

The university has an alumni population 50,020 all over the world. These alumni receive benefits like facilities discounts, career counselling and access to campus resources and events.