QS World Ranking
#123
Acceptance Rate
40%
Annual Tuition (USD)
$12,000
On-Campus Housing
Available
Application Deadline
April 1
via Direct
Student Body
Total Enrollment
16,000
students
International Students
28%
US % data not publicly reported
Figures are approximate based on institutional reports and QS data.
Why This School
The technical heart of Europe's largest tech hub (ASML, Philips, DAF), with 100% English programs.
QS Subject Rankings 2025
Rankings by academic subject — source: QS World University Rankings by Subject
Notes for US Students
All programs in English. Eindhoven is Europe's tech hub — Philips and ASML headquarters.
Admission Criteria
Key requirements for US students applying to Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e)
Acceptance Rate
40%
Moderately selective
Application System
Direct
Deadline
April 1
Instruction Language
English
School Type
Public
Annual Tuition
$12,000
Requirements Checklist for US Applicants
- Apply via Studielink by May 1
- High school diploma with strong math/sciences
- IELTS 6.5 or TOEFL 90+
- Most bachelor's programs taught in English
- Mathematics and physics background required for Engineering
Class Size
Academic Calendar
Quartile system with four 10-week blocks.
Requirements may vary by program. Always verify with the university's official admissions page.
Admission Details
- Language of Instruction
- English
- Estimated Annual Tuition
- ~$12,000 / year
- Application Deadline
- April 1
- Application System
- Direct
- School Type
- Public
- Acceptance Rate
- 40%
Programs Offered
Scholarships to Explore
- ✓Holland Scholarship
- ✓TU/e Excellence Scholarship
Cost of Living — Eindhoven, Netherlands
Moderate CostEstimated monthly total
$1,180
vs. avg US college student
38% cheaper
US avg ~$1,900/mo
Eindhoven is one of the Netherlands' most affordable cities. Very bikeable. Major tech companies nearby offer part-time work opportunities for students.
Estimates based on 2025–26 student budgets. Actual costs vary by lifestyle and housing choice.
About Studying at Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e) as a US Student
Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e) is located in Eindhoven, Netherlands and is ranked #123in the QS World University Rankings. The school offers programs in Engineering, Computer Science, Sciences, Industrial Design, Business Engineering. Instruction is offered in English. The estimated annual tuition for international students is ~$12,000 / year, with an acceptance rate of approximately 40%. Applications are submitted through Direct with a deadline of April 1. Scholarships available include the Holland Scholarship.