Two general requirements
Saxion has two general entry requirements for international applicants: a suitable diploma and an English language certificate.
Partner university · Netherlands
Saxion University of Applied Sciences
A Dutch university of applied sciences in Enschede and Deventer, teaching engineering, business and creative technology in English.
From EUR 9,360Undergraduate fee per year
Founded 1998Vocational university
About the university
Why students choose Saxion University of Applied Sciences
A Dutch university of applied sciences in Enschede and Deventer, teaching engineering, business and creative technology in English.
We place students here by direct application, which suits applicants whose grades and English result already meet the published entry requirements.
Tuition, entry requirements and intake dates differ by programme and change each year. Ask us for the current figures for the course you are considering rather than relying on published averages.
Ways inDirect entry
Photos: Saxion University of Applied Sciences, used with permission. Founding year and student numbers are from Wikidata.
Entry requirements
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Diploma level
For bachelor programmes your school diploma must be equivalent to the Dutch HAVO, VWO or MBO-4; Saxion checks this using the Nuffic country charts and may send documents to Nuffic for assessment.
English test scores
Minimum scores include IELTS Academic 6.0, TOEFL iBT 80 (or 4.5 on the new scale), PTE Academic 61 or Cambridge 169; certificates must be under two years old and taken at an official centre.
Translated documents
Diplomas and transcripts are accepted in English, German or Dutch; documents in other languages need an official translation.
Programme-specific checks
Some programmes add their own requirements, such as an additional test or admission interview, listed on each programme page.
Non-EU deadlines
For most non-EU nationalities, the September 2027 application deadline is 1 June 2027 (Physiotherapy 1 April 2027), with payment and documents due by 1 July 2027.
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Guidance only: meeting a requirement does not guarantee an offer, and each course sets its own grades and English level. Checked October 2026.
Fees and scholarships
What Saxion University of Applied Sciences costs
Fee period: September 2026 - 2027
Master tuition depends on the study programme.
International (overseas) fees per year, as published by the university at saxion.edu. Ask us to confirm the fee for your course.
UndergraduateEUR 9,360per year
NL Scholarship (NLS)EUR 5,000For non-EEA students starting a bachelor or selected master at Saxion with a GPA of 80% or higher and IELTS 7.0 or higher; awarded by lottery among eligible applicants.
Saxion Talent Scholarship (STS)EUR 2,750For non-EEA bachelor applicants with a GPA of 75% or higher and IELTS 6.0 or higher; awarded by lottery among eligible applicants.Programmes
Popular courses at Saxion University of Applied Sciences
Bachelor Software Engineering
4 years Course page
Bachelor of Applied Computer Science
Starts September Course page
Bachelor International Business (BBA)
Course page
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A selection from the university's own course pages. Durations and intakes can change; we confirm the details for your year when we apply. Checked October 2026.
How it works
Your application to Saxion University of Applied Sciences, step by step
- 1
Free consultation
We look at your grades, English and budget, and tell you honestly whether Saxion University of Applied Sciences is realistic.
- 2
Choose your course and route
We match you to the right course and intake.
- 3
Application and offer
We prepare and submit the application and follow it through to an offer.
- 4
Scholarship check
We check the university's scholarships and discounts against your profile.
- 5
Student visa
Financial evidence and documents prepared to the current requirements.
- 6
Arrival
Accommodation, the pre-departure briefing and what to expect when you land.
Questions
Studying at Saxion University of Applied Sciences: common questions
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Ask on WhatsAppHow much does Saxion University of Applied Sciences cost for international students?
International undergraduate fees start from EUR 9,360 a year and go up to EUR 9,360, depending on the course. Master tuition depends on the study programme.
Does Saxion University of Applied Sciences offer scholarships to international students?
Yes. NL Scholarship (NLS) (EUR 5,000); Saxion Talent Scholarship (STS) (EUR 2,750). We check which ones fit your profile when we build your application.
Is there a foundation route into Saxion University of Applied Sciences?
GESCO applies to Saxion University of Applied Sciences by direct entry. Ask us about alternatives if your grades are not there yet.
Where is Saxion University of Applied Sciences?
Saxion University of Applied Sciences is in Netherlands. It was founded in 1998.
Does GESCO charge me to apply to Saxion University of Applied Sciences?
The first consultation is free. GESCO applies to Saxion University of Applied Sciences directly. Ask us about any service fees before you start.
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- No obligation. If GESCO is not the right route for you, we will say so
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