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How do I apply for a degree programme at VU Amsterdam?

On this page you can find further information about the application procedure for a degree programme at VU Amsterdam with an international diploma. To apply you can follow the step-by-step application procedure as listed below.

Admission requirements

In order to be eligible for admission to a VU Amsterdam degree programme, an applicant will need to fulfill certain admission requirements. It is advised to check the programme admission requirements before starting an application. Each programme has its own webpage with an "Admissions" section, listing the admission requirements that apply:

Application procedures

Application documents

As part of your application you will have to upload required documents in the application portal in your VU dashboard.

English language requirements

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Need help with your application or admission?

  • Questions about applying

    Go to Applying for a degree programme at VU Amsterdam for an overview of information regarding applying to VU Amsterdam with an international diploma. You can also check our FAQ page - your question may already be answered there.

    If you have questions about your application, or about the status of your application or any rejected documents, you can email the Bachelor's or Master's contact address.

    If you cannot find the answer on the website or in the FAQ, you can contact our International Support Assistants by phone:

    Regular phone hours:

    • +31 (0)20 59 84510 - Monday, Wednesday and Friday 14:00 – 16:00h (2PM - 4 PM) Amsterdam time

    Please note: on Wednesday 4 and 11 March there will be no phone hours. We can be reached those weeks via email or on Monday and Friday via phone.

    Please ensure you have your student number and your email reference number ready before calling.

  • Questions about admission

    Is my diploma valid in the Netherlands? Is my previous degree sufficient to make me eligible for admission? How do I prove my English language proficiency? 

    We understand there are many things you might be wondering about. Every faculty has its own International Student Advisor(s), also called ISAs, who are happy to help you during the application and admission process. The ISA is the main point of contact for international diploma applicants until the moment of enrolment.

    Have you checked our website and are you unable to find the answer to your question? You are always welcome get in touch:
    -> Contact information for applicants of VU Bachelor's programmes
    ->
    Contact information for applicants of VU Master's programmes

  • Admitted students

    Have you already been admitted? See What happens after admission for further information.

  • Technical issues

    When experiencing technical issues please contact the IT Servicedesk: our service desk can be reached via servicedesk.it@vu.nl or by calling +31 (0)20 59 80000 (Mon – Fri 07:30 - 17:00h)

  • Other contact information

    Visit our International Support Services page for all services offered by our International Office.

    For general questions you can contact the Student Desk via email or phone.
    Make sure to first take a look at our FAQ page - you might already find your question answered there.

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