Leiden University

Rapenburg 73, Leiden

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  • #=141 QS Global World Ranking
  • PublicStatus
  • Very HighResearch Output
  • 34,744Total Students
  • 2,945Faculty
  • 7,682Int'l Students

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Are you curious, critical and involved in the world around you? At Leiden University, the oldest university in the Netherlands, you can make a valuable contribution to tackling the various national and international challenges facing modern society. Together with academics and fellow students from all over the world, you will actively address these challenges. We keep an open mind, do not shy away from difficult discussions and allow one another the space to disagree. We expect the same active, open-minded and critical attitude from you.


We challenge you to look beyond your own boundaries....
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Two cities: one university

Leiden University is located in two exciting student cities: Leiden and The Hague.  In addition to the 7 faculties each having their own main faculty building with...
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If you want to study at Leiden University, you can choose between the best of two cities: Leiden and The Hague. Leiden is a real student city. If you didn’t know better you might think that the...
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Admissions processes and requirements are dependent on the level of study, programme and your credentials. Find out more here: general information about application and admission.
 

With its international reputation of excellence, Leiden University offers its graduates a first-
class starting position on the job market. In addition, we are committed to supporting
you in building...
Read more

About

Are you curious, critical and involved in the world around you? At Leiden University, the oldest university in the Netherlands, you can make a valuable contribution to tackling the various national and international challenges facing modern society. Together with academics and fellow students from all over the world, you will actively address these challenges. We keep an open mind, do not shy away from difficult discussions and allow one another the space to disagree. We expect the same active, open-minded and critical attitude from you.


We challenge you to look beyond your own boundaries....
Read more

Two cities: one university

Leiden University is located in two exciting student cities: Leiden and The Hague.  In addition to the 7 faculties each having their own main faculty building with lots of services, cafeterias and cafes, the university enjoys a student center in each location:  Plexus Student Center in Leiden and the Beehive Student Center in The Hague.  In addition we have the University Sports Center in Leiden.

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Student counsellors
The student support is available when you need assistance during your stay in the Netherlands. Students in both locations of Leiden University have access to these specialised counselors. In many cases they will be able to provide the information you need, or will refer you to the relevant services. You can consult the advisers on a variety of matters, ranging from financial concerns, settling...
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If you want to study at Leiden University, you can choose between the best of two cities: Leiden and The Hague. Leiden is a real student city. If you didn’t know better you might think that the historic and lively city of Leiden was made for students. Its atmospheric and compact center has everything that students could wish for: from university buildings to student pubs, and from student accommodation to student associations. Studying and living in The Hague broadens your perspective on the world and quickly gives you an international network. Studying in a city full of embassies, multinationals and international courts certainly has its advantages!

Information for international students

Take a virtual tour of our student cities of Leiden and The Hague

Admissions processes and requirements are dependent on the level of study, programme and your credentials. Find out more here: general information about application and admission.
 

With its international reputation of excellence, Leiden University offers its graduates a first-
class starting position on the job market. In addition, we are committed to supporting
you in building the skills needed to take your career in the right direction.

Career Services
Our career counsellors provide advice and information on planning the next steps in your career. You will have access to our workshops and web-based resources, which include career
step plans, job seeking strategies and self-assessment tools. If you prefer a personalised approach, you can make an appointment for
an individual counselling session with your departmental career counsellor. Additionally, each of Leiden’s seven faculties has its own career services department, which embody specific expertise and resources related to the faculties’ programmes. These services are open to students and to alumni for a...
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University highlights

QS World University Ranking

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  • 2012
    #=75
  • 2014
    #74
  • 2015
    #75
  • 2016
    #95
  • 2017
    #=102
  • 2018
    #=109
  • 2019
    #=122
  • 2020
    #118
  • 2021
    #=128
  • 2022
    #=112
  • 2023
    #=131
  • 2024
    #=126
  • 2025
    #=141

Ranking criteria

53.6
Overall
68.4
Academic Reputation
54.5
Citations per Faculty
48.8
Employment Outcomes
32.9
Employer Reputation
21.3
Faculty Student Ratio
85
International Faculty Ratio
95.2
International Research Network
51.7
International Students Ratio
25.5
Sustainability

Student & Staff

Total students
34,744

37%
63%

International students
7,682

48%
52%

Total faculty staff
2,945

968
1977

Total students
34,744

37%
63%

International students
7,682

48%
52%

Total faculty staff
2,945

1977
968
QS Stars is a rating system that helps you select the right university based on your interests. It provides a detailed look at an institution, identifying which universities rate highest in the specific topics that matter to you, like facilities, graduate employability, social responsibility, inclusiveness, and more.

Campus locations

Leiden University,

Rapenburg 73 , Leiden , Netherlands , 2311GJ

Campus The Hague,

Turfmarkt 99 , The Hague , Netherlands ,

Leiden University College,

Anna van Buerenplein 301 , The Hague , Netherlands ,

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English language requirements

Leiden University EN
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