Erasmus University Rotterdam

About the university

Erasmus University Rotterdam (EUR) is a leading public research university located in Rotterdam, Netherlands. Founded in 1913, it is internationally recognised for its strong focus on economics, business, law, medicine, and social sciences. The university is particularly known for Rotterdam School of Management and Erasmus School of Economics. EUR maintains close ties with industry and international organisations, offering practice-oriented education and research with a global outlook.

Key information

Location: Rotterdam, NL
Ranking #5
QS #176
THE #72
US News #120
National ranking #5
Institution type: public

Popular faculties

Economics
Business Administration
Management
Law
Medicine
Social Sciences

Programs (35)

Medicine
Computer Science
Civil Engineering
Industrial Engineering
Telecommunications
Nursing
Pharmacy
Psychology
Mechanical Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Economics
Dentistry
Veterinary Science
Architecture
Business Administration
Finance and Accounting
Marketing
Tourism and Hospitality
Law
Political Science
International Relations
Engineering
Philosophy
History
Linguistics
Biology
Chemistry
Physics
Mathematics
Environmental Science
Sociology
Anthropology
Education
Fine Arts
Music

Student body

Total students: 31,000
Undergraduate: 20,000
Graduate: 11,000
International students: 32%

Campus life

The Erasmus University Rotterdam campus offers a modern and dynamic student environment with state-of-the-art facilities, libraries, and collaborative spaces. Located in Rotterdam, a vibrant international city, students benefit from strong links to industry, business, and international organisations. Campus life is active, with numerous student associations, events, and opportunities for networking, personal development, and cultural exchange.

Housing & accommodation

Housing cost: €450 - €1,200 / per month

Housing options

DUWO student housing
SSH student housing
Private apartments
Student rooms in shared flats
Short-stay housing

Student clubs and organizations

Erasmus Student Network Rotterdam
STAR (Study Association RSM)
RSC/RVSV
EFR (Economics Faculty Association)
International Student Associations

Sports

Erasmus Sports Centre teams
Student football clubs
Rowing clubs (Skadi)
Tennis clubs
Basketball clubs
Fitness and group sports teams

Career & internships

Employment rate: 90%

Partner companies

Shell
Unilever
Philips
ING Group
ABN AMRO
Deloitte
KPMG
EY
PwC
Accenture
McKinsey & Company
Boston Consulting Group
Rabobank
Booking.com
Amazon
Google

Internships: Erasmus University Rotterdam has strong connections with leading companies and organisations, providing extensive internship opportunities. Students often intern at multinational corporations, consulting firms, financial institutions, and NGOs. Career services and faculty networks actively support internship placements, especially within Rotterdam’s business ecosystem.

Admission requirements

Required tests

IELTS
TOEFL

Required documents

High school diploma or bachelor’s degree
transcript of records
proof of English proficiency (IELTS/TOEFL)
CV
motivation letter
passport copy

Minimum GPA: 3

Tuition costs

€2,500 - €20,000 / per year
Acceptance rate: 45.00%
Scholarships available: Erasmus University Rotterdam offers several scholarships for international students, including the Erasmus Trust Fund, Holland Scholarship, and faculty-specific awards. These scholarships are merit-based and aim to support talented students with partial tuition coverage. Some programmes also provide living cost contributions. Applicants are typically required to demonstrate strong academic performance and meet specific programme criteria.

Quick facts

Founded: 1913
Teaching languages: Dutch, English, english, dutch
Study formats: offline

Contact

Website: https://www.eur.nl
[email protected]
+31 10 408 1111