Breda University of Applied Sciences

Why this works

• EU diploma with Schengen access and a 1-year post-graduation Zoekjaar job-search permit in the Netherlands.
• IELTS 6.0 entry threshold is among the lowest for accredited Dutch public universities of applied sciences.
• Tuition of €13,200/year covers applied programmes in hospitality, design, business, and computer science — four high-demand fields.
• Holland Scholarship offers €5,000 (one-time) to non-EU students including RU, UA, KZ, and UZ nationals.
• Students may work 16 h/week during term and full-time June–August without a separate work permit, helping offset living costs.
• Breda is a safe, mid-sized Dutch city with lower private housing costs (€700–1,500/month) than Amsterdam or Rotterdam.

What to check

• Russian students face serious payment barriers: SWIFT transfers to the Netherlands are blocked and no confirmed workaround exists.
• BY (Belarus) nationals have no confirmed standard visa pathway — IND must be contacted directly with uncertain outcome.
• Breda is a smaller city with a limited local job market, which matters for part-time work and post-graduation employment.
• Daily life is conducted in Dutch; non-English environments outside campus can be a barrier for CIS students long-term.
• Dorm availability is not guaranteed — students should contact the university early, as private rentals start at €700/month.

Accommodation

€550-850/mo private — Mid-size city with adequate student housing. Less pressure than Randstad.

Scholarships

Holland Scholarship: one-time €5,000 first-year grant for non-EU students. Apply directly to the institution. BY eligibility uncertain for 2026 intake.