If you do opt to study at Tilburg University, you’ll be selecting quality education at a world-leading university. Situated in the south of the Netherlands, in the Brainport region (which has been ranked as the smartest region in the world), the university is renowned for its high-quality education, sense of community, and social orientation. With more than 100 programs on offer, such as 14 bachelor’s and over 50 (pre-) master’s programs offered in English, Tilburg has a broad range of courses in disciplines such as Business, Entrepreneurship, Economics, Econometrics, Data Science, Law, Social & Behavioral Sciences, Psychology, Humanities, and Communication & Digital Sciences.
At Tilburg University, you are able to:
Challenge yourself by taking honors and leadership programs, entrepreneurship courses, Extended Master’s programs, and more.
Be part of a dynamic community with many study and student associations that provide networking, skills-development, and social opportunities.
Benefit from a global village of students and staff representing more than 100 countries. In 2023, there were 19,605 students, with 4,785 international students.
Take part in cutting-edge research to learn about and assist in addressing challenging societal issues.
Get one-on-one support through the Program for Academic Study Success (PASS), where you and your fellow students can be supported by academic mentors. There are lots of services too to help international students settle into Tilburg life.
Benefit from ENGAGE.EU, a European
University alliance dedicated to social change, linking more than 100,000 students and staff in seven top universities.
Tilburg University offers education and research opportunities in the following fields:
Accounting & Finance
Economics & Econometrics
Entrepreneurship & Business
Management & Marketing
Data Science
Law & Public Administration
Social & Behavioral Sciences
Psychology & Sociology
Communication & Digital Sciences
Philosophy, Culture & Theology
You can learn more about our bachelor’s, master’s, and research master’s programs on our website.
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Leaders of the Future
Founded in 1927 as the Roomsch Katholieke Handelshoogeschool (Roman Catholic Business School), Tilburg University has evolved to address the challenges of a rapidly changing world. Our mission is to educate future leaders who will become engaged academics, contributing to society while reflecting on their role within it. We’re a welcoming, inclusive community where students and staff respect and value one another.
Our Approach to Education
On the Tilburg Campus, students and faculty are a close community with ample opportunities for engagement. Each program offers a course on philosophy that stimulates critical thinking regarding human and societal challenges. Our mission is to develop students into thinkers with character who actively make a contribution to society. This philosophy is summarized in the Tilburg Educational Profile, which centers on the development of knowledge, skills, and character.
International Student Support
Immigrating to another country is a large step, but Tilburg University provides extensive support for international students throughout the process, before, during, and after studying. From application services to processing immigration, housing, and insurance, the university takes care of every detail to ensure a seamless process. On Registration Days, international students are greeted and met by the Study Abroad & Exchange Coordinator Team or Admission Officer, who will assist them in settling in.
Student Life
The City of Tilburg: A Student-Friendly City
Tilburg is the seventh-largest city in the Netherlands, with a lively and warm city center full of pubs, restaurants, and cultural sites. It has plenty of scope for cultural activities, sports, and leisure, such as theaters, concert halls, cinemas, museums, and world-renowned festivals like Festival Mundial.
The economic situation of southern Netherlands is rapidly developing and innovative, with numerous international firms providing internship placements to students of Tilburg.
Easily accessible, Tilburg is but a short train journey from Amsterdam, The Hague, and Rotterdam, and is in close proximity to the large European capitals of Brussels, Paris, and London.
Student, Study, & Sport Associations
With over 40 student associations, Tilburg University offers a great way for students to meet like-minded individuals and make lasting friendships. These organizations cater to various interests, including arts, culture, sports, student politics, philosophy, and specific international student activities. Student associations also provide opportunities to develop non-academic skills and talents.
For sports enthusiasts, the Tilburg University Sports Center provides opportunities for activities for both casual and competition athletes, including dual-career students with the intent to keep up with studying while pursuing a sports career, such as World Championship or Olympic preparation.
Admissions
How to Apply
It is easy and free to apply to Tilburg University through our online application system. We have a rolling admissions policy, so we process applications as they are received, and you will receive notification of acceptance within a short time.
We require your diploma and proof of English language proficiency. You will also be requested to provide a motivation letter, CV, or an essay to show if the program is appropriate for you
Careers
We at Tilburg University prepare students for their careers through emphasis on crucial 21st-century skills like debate, presentation skills, digital expertise, creative skills, and personal development.
The Student Career Services department assists students in entering the labor market, providing assistance with job finding, having a solid CV, and preparing for tests. Career services are provided starting from your first year of studies until a year after graduation.
The university is esteemed by employers, with more than 200 companies coming to our campus each year to meet with and hire our students. Major career activities include the Economics Business Week Tilburg, Tilburg Career Days, and Consultancy Days.
Rankings
World University Rankings 2025: 251-300th
Arts & Humanities 2025: 176-200th
Business & Economics 2025: 44th
Clinical Health 2020: 501-600th
Computer Science 2025: 401-500th
Education Studies 2025: 201-250th
Law 2025: 32nd
Psychology 2025: 62nd
Social Sciences 2025: 176-200th
Important Student Statistics
Gender mix: 52% Female, 48% Male
Percentage of international students: 23%
Staff to students: 24.5
Total number of students: 12,738 (2025)
Subjects Available at Tilburg University
Arts and Humanities
Business & Economics
Computer Science
Education Studies
Law
Medical & Health
Psychology
Social Sciences