Location

• Brusselseweg 150, 6217 HB Maastricht, The Netherlands

Tuition Fees

No tuition fees for the Exchange Program if nominated by an exchange partner institution.

Nomination Deadlines

• Autumn Semester: 1 May

• Spring Semester: 1 October

Application Deadlines

• Autumn Semester: 1 June

• Spring Semester: 1 November

Academic Calendar

• ZUYD International Introduction

  • Autumn Semester: 28 August 2026

  • Spring Semester: To be announced

• IT-session​

  • Autumn Semester: First week of the semester

  • Spring Semester: First week of the semester

• Beginning of education​

  • Autumn Semester 31 August 2026:

  • Spring Semester: 15 February 2027

• End of education

  • Autumn Semester: 5 February 2027

  • Spring Semester: 16 July 2027

Application Documents

• Online application

• Copy of a valid passport or ID card

• Official passport-size photo

• Proof of English proficiency (for non-native speakers)

Academic & Language Requirements

• GMAT

  • Not required

• English Language

  • Required

  • Minimum IELTS B2 for ES and IC&T

  • B2+ recommended for IB, or an equivalent qualification

  • An official English proficiency statement from the home university is also accepted

• Learning Agreement

  • Course changes are not permitted after the first week of the semester

Link course packages

You can find the available course packages here:

• European Studies

• International Business

• Vertaalacademie

• International Communication

​For more info, click here.

Course Selection/Procedure

Students will have to upload the required documents to the online application system send to students via email. Required documents:

• English proof of English language skills (B2 for ES and IC&T and preferably B2+ for IB) if not a native speaker

• Valid copy passport/ID card

• Official passport photo

Course Load

• Full study load amounts to ±30 ECTS credits per semester

Visa

• Compulsory for non-EU students (through International Office)

• Not required for EU students

Visit the following link for visa and residence permit:https://international.zuyd.nl/studying/get-prepared/visa-and-residence-permit

Accommodation

• Zuyd does not provide on-campus accommodation but limited (short-stay) accommodation for incoming international (exchange) students, on a first come first served basis, in collaboration with our student housing agency.

Arrival Information

• Arrival Pick-up by Zuyd Buddies

  • Available only in September at Maastricht Aachen Airport or Maastricht Railway Station.

Interested? Request a Zuyd buddy in advance.

Upon Arrival

• Personal Liability Insurance: Required (proof must be provided)

• Residence Permit: Required for non-EU students

• Municipality Registration: Required (arranged by Zuyd International Office)

• Student Card: Issued at the start of the semester

• Timetable: Provided during Welcome Session (ES, VAC, IC&T)

  
  

  IB does not use fixed timetables

• Exams: Physical presence required; exam registration handled by Zuyd

Campus Facilities

• WiFi

• Computer labs/silent areas

• Printers/copying machines

• Cafeteria

• Library

• Parking

• Special needs assistance for people with disabilities

Health Insurance

• Students need to have a proper insurance, coverage Maastricht. For more detailed Maastricht information please check: My Maastricht

Estimated Cost of Living

• Student Housing: Approx. €400–€600 per month

  (Deposit: usually 1–2 months’ rent)

• Food & Groceries: Approx. €200–€300 per month

• Personal & Daily Expenses: Approx. €150–€200 per month

• Telephone & Internet: Approx. €30–€40 per month

• Health Insurance: Approx. €80–€130 per month (for non-EU students)