Amsterdamse Hogeschool voor de Kunsten
Amsterdam, Netherlands
Quick facts
- World rank
- #2,522
- 2024
- Acceptance rate
- —
- Students
- 3,052
- International students
- 0%
- Institution type
- Public
- Founded
- 1987
Overview
The Amsterdam University of the Arts (AHK) is a Dutch vocational university of arts located in Amsterdam, consisting of six specialized academies covering fine arts, music, film, architecture, and performing arts.
Fields of study
- Music
- Architecture
- Film
- Dance
- Theatre
- Fine Arts
- Cultural Heritage
Accreditation: Accreditation Organisation of the Netherlands and Flanders (NVAO)
Admissions requirements
- IELTS (minimum)
- —
- TOEFL iBT (minimum)
- —
- GPA (minimum)
- —
- Intakes
- September
- Application deadlines
- May 1
- Rolling admissions
- No
- Admissions contact
- avb-info@ahk.nl
Requirements differ between programs. Check the program page and the university's admissions office for the latest criteria.
Tuition & costs
International students
€10,400 – €15,200 / year
From about $11,232 / year
Domestic students
Varies by program
Statutory fee for EU/EEA students is €2,530 (2024-2025). Institutional fees for non-EU students vary per academy; for example, Conservatorium van Amsterdam is higher than Breitner Academy.
Tuition varies by program. Confirm with the university before applying.
Official fee source (opens in a new tab)Programs
| Program | Level | Duration | Tuition | Deadline | Intakes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Architecture (opens in a new tab)English · Concurrent (Work And Study) | Master's | 4 years | €9,000 / year | Varies | September |
| Cultural Heritage (opens in a new tab)Dutch · Full Time | Bachelor's | 4 years | €10,400 / year | Varies | September |
| Film (opens in a new tab)Dutch · Full Time | Bachelor's | 4 years | €10,400 / year | Varies | September |
| Fine Art in Education (opens in a new tab)Dutch · Full Time | Bachelor's | 4 years | €10,400 / year | Varies | September |
| Music (opens in a new tab)English · Full Time | Bachelor's | 4 years | €10,400 / year | Varies | September |
Information last verified Jul 21, 2026. Last updated Oct 14, 2026. Fees, deadlines and requirements change — always confirm with the university.