Tuition (non-EU)
€9100
IELTS minimum
6
Institution
University university
City
Breda, Netherlands
Fields
business, engineering, design, computer-science
Why this works
- Tuition of €9,100/year is among the lowest for international students at Dutch universities of applied sciences.
- IELTS 6.0 requirement is accessible for most CIS students without intensive test preparation.
- Breda is a compact, affordable Dutch city with lower housing costs than Amsterdam or Rotterdam.
- Netherlands Zoekjaar (orientation year) gives graduates a 1-year legal permit to find work in the EU.
- Holland Scholarship of €5,000 is available for non-EU students from RU, UA, KZ, and UZ.
- Avans is a state-accredited university of applied sciences, and its diploma is recognized across the EU Schengen zone.
What to check
- RU students face SWIFT payment blocks to Netherlands — tuition and living transfers require workarounds.
- Accommodation is not guaranteed; dorms cost €450–900/month and availability must be confirmed with the university.
- Breda is a smaller city with a limited international job market for students seeking part-time work in English.
- Daily life in the Netherlands is conducted in Dutch — language barrier for bureaucracy, housing, and social integration is real.
- BY students have no confirmed standard visa pathway; individual IND consultation is required.
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.
Figures are indicative and change by academic year. Always confirm tuition, deadlines and visa requirements on the official institution and government sources before applying.