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Official website
www.universiteitleiden.nlNetherlandsQS #5 World📊 Live dataCatalogue complete★ Top 100 Global★ Top 10 in Country
Universiteit Leiden
Universiteit Leiden, also known as Leiden University, is the oldest university in the Netherlands, founded in 1575. It is a leading international research university located in the historic city of Leiden and also maintains a campus in The Hague. The university has a strong reputation across the humanities, social sciences, natural sciences, law, and medicine, and is known for its emphasis on research-led teaching and global academic partnerships. Leiden University has educated many notable alumni, including members of the Dutch royal family, Nobel laureates, and influential scholars.
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Live portal snapshot
ARWU (Shanghai Ranking) #35 · 2026Times Higher Education #56 · 2026CWUR #88 · 2026US News & World Report #2025 · 2026QS World University Rankings #2026 · 2026QS World University Rankings #12 · 2025
- Living Costs (estimated): $1,150
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Campus Vibe
Urban, multiple locations in Leiden and The Hague
SportyAcademicResidentialInternationally DiverseLarge Community
5/10
Diversity
9/10
Academic Rigor
7/10
City safety (heuristic)
6/10
Social scene
Weather: Varies by season
Living costs: Research local rent and transport for your intake year
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Career Outcomes
$14,152 avg starting salary
100% placement rate
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Student Life
34,000 students (4,000 international)
Campus: Urban, multiple locations in Leiden and The Hague
Location: Leiden, Netherlands
Climate: Varies by season
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University LibraryResearch LabsStudent HousingLecture HallsSports FacilitiesStudy Spaces
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Application Insider
Acceptance rate: 45.5%
IELTS: Overall 6.5
When to apply: Check program pages 9–12 months before your target intake
Common mistakes to avoid
- Submitting generic SOPs — tailor your story to 2–3 program-specific points
- Missing document certified translations where required
- Applying in the final round without buffer for visa timelines
- Ignoring conditional offers — respond before the deadline in the portal
💡IELTS requirement: Overall 6.5
💡Acceptance rate: 45.5%
💡Latest cutoff: IELTS 6.5
💡Typical apply window for Netherlands: Check program pages 9–12 months before your target intake