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Erasmus University Rotterdam

Rotterdam, Netherlands · Public university · established 1913

Bachelor's, Master's, PhDLast checked: 25 October 2026
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Overview

Quick answer: Erasmus University Rotterdam is a public university in Rotterdam, Netherlands, offering bachelor's, master's, phd programmes. Indicative international tuition is EUR 13,000 to EUR 25,000 a year; many postgraduate programmes ask for IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.

Location

Rotterdam, Netherlands

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Type

Public

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Established

1913

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Levels

Bachelor's, Master's, PhD

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Indicative tuition

EUR 13,000 to EUR 25,000 a year

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In taka (approx.)

about BDT 18.3 lakh to BDT 35.2 lakh a year

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English (typical PG)

IELTS 6.5 overall or equivalent

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Official website

www.eur.nl/en

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Popular subject areas

Subject areas where Erasmus University Rotterdam offers programmes. Open a subject to compare other universities.

Business & MBAEconomics & FinanceMedicine & PharmacyLawPublic Health

Fees and cost of study (estimate in BDT)

Item (per year)EURBDT (approx.)
Tuition (mid-range estimate)EUR 19,000BDT 26.8 lakh
Living costs (typical, 12 months)EUR 13,572BDT 19.1 lakh
Total first yearEUR 32,572BDT 45.9 lakh

Estimate only, using rates of 25 October 2026. The official visa funds rule for Netherlands is in our Netherlands guide.

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Admission requirements and documents

Typical documents for Bangladeshi applicants. The programme page decides the final list.

  • Passport valid for the whole course (renew early if it expires within 18 months)
  • SSC and HSC (or O/A level) certificates and mark sheets; bachelor's certificate and transcript for postgraduate study
  • English test result (IELTS Academic, PTE Academic, TOEFL iBT or Duolingo, as the university accepts) or a medium-of-instruction letter where accepted
  • Statement of purpose or motivation letter written by you, plus CV
  • Two recommendation letters where the programme asks for them
  • Sponsor documents: bank statement and solvency certificate, sponsor's income proof, TIN and tax return acknowledgement
  • Birth certificate or NID; names and dates must match the passport and certificates

Student visa for Netherlands

The university applies for the residence permit for study on the student's behalf through the IND.

  1. Apply through Studielink and the university.
  2. Accept the offer and pay tuition.
  3. The university files the residence permit; collect the MVV entry visa if required.

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Scholarships to look at

Also check the university's own scholarships page. No scholarship is guaranteed.

Frequently asked questions

What is the tuition fee at Erasmus University Rotterdam for Bangladeshi students?

Indicative tuition is EUR 13,000 to EUR 25,000 a year (about BDT 18.3 lakh upwards). Fees differ by programme and year, so check the official fee page before you apply.

What IELTS score does Erasmus University Rotterdam need?

Many postgraduate programmes ask for about IELTS 6.5 overall, but some programmes ask for more. Check the English requirement on the programme page.

Can Bangladeshi students apply to Erasmus University Rotterdam?

Yes. Bangladeshi applicants apply as international students. Entry depends on the programme's academic, English and document requirements.

How do I get a student visa for Netherlands?

After you receive your offer, follow the Netherlands student visa steps in our Netherlands guide. Our counsellors can review your file before you submit.

Sources

Decisions are made by the university and the immigration authority. Fees and rules change, so confirm before you pay.

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