Study in Belgium
Affordable, English-taught degrees at the heart of the EU
Tuition
€2,000 – €10,000 / year
Living Cost
€750 – €1,000 / month
Visa Success
92%
Processing
6 – 10 weeks
Why study in Belgium?
Home to the EU's institutions, Belgium offers compact, high-quality universities with strong English-taught Master's programs in business, law, and engineering, at tuition levels well below neighbouring Western European countries.
Tuition among the lowest in Western Europe for EU-recognised degrees
Central EU location — 2-hour trains to Paris, Amsterdam & London
Strong English-taught Master's offering in international business & law
Multicultural, multilingual environment with a large expat community
Quick Facts
- Currency
- Euro (EUR)
- Intakes
- September (Fall)
- Work Rights
- Up to 20 hours/week part-time work permitted with a student work permit.
- Popular Courses
- International Business, Law & EU Studies, Engineering
Top universities in Belgium
Popular Courses
- International Business
- Law & EU Studies
- Engineering
- Biotechnology
Tuition & Living Costs
- Tuition
- €2,000 – €10,000 / year
- Living Cost
- €750 – €1,000 / month
Career Opportunities
- EU institutions & policy
- Logistics (Port of Antwerp)
- Pharmaceuticals & biotech
Requirements & process
Admission Requirements
- Relevant bachelor's degree with strong academic record
- IELTS 6.5+ for English-taught programs
- Statement of purpose tailored to program
Visa Requirements
- Certificate of enrollment from a Belgian institution
- Proof of financial means (~€700/month)
- Valid health insurance
- Accommodation confirmation
Documents Required
- Passport
- Enrollment certificate
- Financial proof
- Insurance
- Academic transcripts
Typical processing: 6 – 10 weeks
Student life in Belgium
Leuven and Ghent are classic European student towns — bike-friendly, historic, and compact — with easy weekend access to the rest of Western Europe.
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