Open Universiteit
Heerlen, Netherlands
Quick facts
- World rank
- Unranked
- Acceptance rate
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- Students
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- International students
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- Institution type
- Public
- Founded
- 1984
Overview
Open University is a higher education institution in Heerlen, Netherlands, founded in 1984. Its institutional identity and location were cross-checked against DEQAR/ETER-OrgReg and ROR.
Fields of study
- Psychology
- Business Administration
- Law
- Computer Science
- Information Science
- Cultural Studies
- Environmental Sciences
- Education
- Health Sciences
- Artificial Intelligence
- Software Engineering
- Digital Business Transformation
Accreditation: Nederlands-Vlaamse Accreditatieorganisatie (NVAO)
Admissions requirements
- IELTS (minimum)
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- TOEFL iBT (minimum)
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- GPA (minimum)
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- Intakes
- September, February
- Application deadlines
- Rolling admissions
- Rolling admissions
- Yes
Requirements differ between programs. Check the program page and the university's admissions office for the latest criteria.
Tuition & costs
International students
Varies by program
From about $89 / year
Domestic students
€82 / credit
Tuition is charged per credit point (studiepunt), not per academic year. The rate depends on prior education and nationality. From €82 per credit point (2026-2027). Study materials, tutoring and exams are included.
Tuition varies by program. Confirm with the university before applying.
Programs
Information last verified Oct 4, 2026. Last updated Oct 14, 2026. Fees, deadlines and requirements change — always confirm with the university.