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Studielink Guide. How to Apply to Universities in the Netherlands Step by Step (2026) Studying at a university in the Netherlands means earning one of Europe’s most prestigious diplomas. However, the Dutch application system is slightly different from the familiar “one click application” model. The process is two-step  and operates under quota-based rules (Numerus Fixus) . If you are planning to study in the Netherlands for the 2026 academic year, you must understand the Stud

A Complete Guide for Bachelor, Master and Numerus Fixus Programs One of the biggest mistakes in Dutch university applications is assuming that the process is just about “uploading documents.” In reality, the dynamics of a Bachelor application to the University of Amsterdam and a Master’s application to Delft University of Technology are completely different. The most common scenario we encounter is this. Documents prepared for Bachelor applications are assumed to be sufficien

Differences Between Bachelor, Master and Numerus Fixus Programs The most critical point in Dutch university applications is that expectations change depending on the type of program. The same applicant may be accepted into a Bachelor’s program but rejected from a Master’s or Numerus Fixus program. This is usually due to a lack of understanding of differences in documentation requirements and application procedures. The table below has been prepared to help you build the right