Nyenrode Business University
About the university
Nyenrode Business University is the only private university in the Netherlands, founded in 1946 by the country's business community (including KLM, Shell, Philips). It is a leading business school with programs in management, finance and entrepreneurship, set on a scenic castle campus in Breukelen.
Nyenrode is known for its close business ties, small groups and strong alumni network. Instruction is in English.
Nyenrode Business University in rankings
Nyenrode - a leading Dutch business school:
- The only private university in the Netherlands
- Founded by the business community (KLM, Shell, Philips)
- A strong alumni network
Campus and infrastructure
Nyenrode's unique campus is set around a historic castle with residences and networking spaces.
Faculties and programs
Nyenrode specializes in business:
- Management
- Finance & Controlling
- Entrepreneurship
- MBA
Not sure which field to choose?
We'll match a program to your goals and help you apply - in a free consultation.
How to apply
Admission is based on your school diploma/degree and English. The school is geared toward international students.
The standard admission route to Nyenrode Business University for international students looks like this:
- Choose a program (9–12 months ahead). Decide on the field — business, management and finance — and the level: bachelor’s or master’s. Programs differ in requirements, deadlines and fees.
- Language certificate. Yes, the Netherlands is a leader in continental Europe for English-taught programs, including at the bachelor's level.
- Application. Applications are submitted online; once reviewed, the university sends an offer — with it you can plan finances and housing.
- Student visa and relocation. After the offer, a student visa or residence permit for the Netherlands is arranged. We handle this stage end to end.
After 11 years of school. Yes - universities of applied sciences accept it directly; research universities may ask for a year of university at home. IELTS 6.0-6.5.
Documents for admission
- Passport
- Diploma/degree & transcript
- English certificate
- Motivation letter
Exact requirements - in a consultation.
Tuition and living costs
A private university; tuition applies. You see tuition, required extras and scholarship options before the application.
Country benchmark for the Netherlands. Non-EU: bachelor €6,000-15,000, master €10,000-20,000 a year. Living €900-1,300 a month.
When planning the budget, add housing, insurance, visa fees and flights on top of tuition; we map the full route before the application.
Accommodation and student life
The castle campus in Breukelen with on-site housing creates a close-knit student community.
Upon arrival, the first tasks are registration, a bank account and a transport card — every student gets our step-by-step checklist.
Career after graduation
The strong fields of Nyenrode Business University are business, management and finance. As at most universities in the Netherlands, students have access to a career centre, job fairs and internships — use them from the first semesters: hands-on experience is decisive for the first job.
Many graduates continue studying: a bachelor’s from the Netherlands is a strong base for a master’s in the same country or anywhere else.
Student reviews
Admission went smoothly: StudyU helped me gather the documents and not miss the deadlines. I arrived at Nyenrode Business University already knowing what to expect.
We applied to several universities at once - I got offers and calmly made my choice. Nyenrode Business University has a strong program and a convenient campus.
My parents worried more than I did, but the StudyU team explained everything to them. Now I study at Nyenrode Business University and am getting to know the city of Breukelen.
FAQ
It's the Netherlands' only private university, founded by the business community, with a castle campus.
In English.
Yes - universities of applied sciences accept it directly; research universities may ask for a year of university at home. IELTS 6.0-6.5.
Country benchmark for the Netherlands: Non-EU: bachelor €6,000-15,000, master €10,000-20,000 a year. Living €900-1,300 a month. StudyU calculates the intake-year university fee, available discount and living budget during the free consultation.
Ideally 9–12 months before the start of studies: some deadlines close six months in advance, and scholarship competitions even earlier.
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