QS World Ranking
#264
Acceptance Rate
30%
Annual Tuition (USD)
$14,000
On-Campus Housing
Find Own
QS Best Student City
#40
Rotterdam
Application Deadline
April 1
via Direct
Student Body
Total Enrollment
1,400
students
International Students
80%
US Students
5%
of total enrollment
Figures are approximate based on institutional reports and QS data.
Why This School
One of Europe's top business schools in Rotterdam — the EU's largest port city and innovation hub.
QS Subject Rankings 2025
Rankings by academic subject — source: QS World University Rankings by Subject
Notes for US Students
Europe's most international business school. Rotterdam is the EU's largest port. All programs in English.
Admission Criteria
Key requirements for US students applying to Rotterdam School of Management (Erasmus University)
Acceptance Rate
30%
Selective
Application System
Direct
Deadline
April 1
Instruction Language
English
School Type
Public
Annual Tuition
$14,000
Requirements Checklist for US Applicants
- Apply via Studielink by January 15
- High school diploma with strong academic record
- IELTS 6.5 or TOEFL 90+ (program taught 100% in English)
- No SAT/ACT required
- Selection process includes GPA, motivation letter, and sometimes interview
Class Size
Academic Calendar
Three 10-week blocks per academic year.
Requirements may vary by program. Always verify with the university's official admissions page.
Admission Details
- Language of Instruction
- English
- Estimated Annual Tuition
- ~$14,000 / year
- Application Deadline
- April 1
- Application System
- Direct
- School Type
- Public
- Acceptance Rate
- 30%
- QS Best Student City (Rotterdam)
- #40 globally
Programs Offered
Scholarships to Explore
- ✓RSM Scholarship
- ✓Holland Scholarship
Cost of Living — Rotterdam, Netherlands
Moderate CostEstimated monthly total
$1,580
vs. avg US college student
17% cheaper
US avg ~$1,900/mo
Rotterdam is one of the Netherlands' most affordable cities. Very bikeable — many students go car-free. Dynamic port city with great architecture and food scene.
Estimates based on 2025–26 student budgets. Actual costs vary by lifestyle and housing choice.
About Studying at Rotterdam School of Management (Erasmus University) as a US Student
Rotterdam School of Management (Erasmus University) is located in Rotterdam, Netherlands and is ranked #264in the QS World University Rankings. The school offers programs in Business, Management, Finance, International Business, Supply Chain. Instruction is offered in English. The estimated annual tuition for international students is ~$14,000 / year, with an acceptance rate of approximately 30%. Applications are submitted through Direct with a deadline of April 1. Scholarships available include the RSM Scholarship.