University of Groningen
Groningen, Netherlands
Quick facts
- World rank
- #68
- Acceptance rate
- 50%
- Students
- 33,664
- International students
- 31%
- Institution type
- Public
- Founded
- 1614
Overview
The University of Groningen (RUG) is a comprehensive research university founded in 1614 in Groningen, Netherlands. One of the oldest and largest universities in the Netherlands, it hosts over 33,000 students from more than 120 countries. RUG ranks #68 in QS World University Rankings 2026 and is renowned for its research excellence and international community.
Fields of study
- Economics, Business and Environment
- Behavioural and Social Sciences
- Health and Life Sciences
- History and International Relations
- Arts, Culture and Archaeology
- Science and Engineering
- Law
- Religion and Culture
- Languages and Culture
- Language and Communication
- Philosophy
- Teacher Training
Accreditation: NVAO - Accreditation Organisation of the Netherlands and Flanders
Admissions requirements
- IELTS (minimum)
- —
- TOEFL iBT (minimum)
- —
- GPA (minimum)
- —
- Intakes
- September, February
- Application deadlines
- 1 May (non-EEA) for September intake
- Rolling admissions
- No
Requirements differ between programs. Check the program page and the university's admissions office for the latest criteria.
Tuition & costs
International students
€11,800 – €26,800 / year
From about $12,744 / year
Domestic students
€2,601 – €32,000 / year
Tuition varies by program. Confirm with the university before applying.
Programs
| Program | Level | Duration | Tuition | Deadline | Intakes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BSc Artificial Intelligence (opens in a new tab)Full Time | Bachelor's | — | Varies | Varies | — |
| BSc International Business (opens in a new tab)Full Time | Bachelor's | — | Varies | Varies | — |
| BSc Psychology (opens in a new tab)Full Time | Bachelor's | — | Varies | Varies | — |
| MSc Artificial Intelligence (opens in a new tab)Full Time | Master's | — | Varies | Varies | — |
| MSc Economics (opens in a new tab)Full Time | Master's | — | Varies | Varies | — |
Information last verified Oct 4, 2026. Last updated Oct 14, 2026. Fees, deadlines and requirements change — always confirm with the university.