Wageningen University & Research
Wageningen University & Research overview
Wageningen University & Research (WUR) is in Wageningen, the Netherlands, and its roots go back to 1876. It began that year as the Rijkslandbouwschool (National Agricultural College). It attained academic status in 1896 as the Hoogere Land- en Boschbouwschool (College of Agriculture and Forestry). In 1904 the name became Rijks Hoogere Land-, Tuin- en Boschbouwschool (National College of Agriculture, Horticulture and Forestry). In 1918 it became the Rijks Landbouw Hoogeschool (National Agricultural College). The institution was renamed Wageningen Agricultural University in 1986.
After a merger with several research institutes in 2000, it became what is today known as Wageningen University and Research Centre (WUR). WUR is recognized worldwide for its contributions to the life sciences, agriculture, and environmental research.
About Wageningen University & Research
Wageningen University & Research (WUR) was founded in 1918 and is a globally unique hub for education and research. It ranks consistently among the best in the world in agriculture, food production, environmental sciences, and life sciences. What sets it apart from other institutions is its fully integrated structure. The university and the government-funded specialized research institutes operate under a single roof.
WUR is in the heart of the Netherlands, in a region known as "Food Valley" — the Silicon Valley of agri-food technology. The university is home to projects that directly shape the future of our planet. It sets global standards in areas such as Sustainable Agriculture, Food Technology, Climate Studies, Biotechnology, and Environmental Management. It places the mission of "Healthy Food and Living Environment" at the core of its entire curriculum.
Teaching here is built entirely on problem-based learning and hands-on field experience. As a student at WUR, you have the unique opportunity to study side by side with the R&D centers of global giants. Unilever and FrieslandCampina are among them, on or near the campus.
Campus life is modern and eco-friendly, embedded in nature. Wageningen University & Research cultivates not just an academic degree, but the next generation of leading scientists. They will develop solutions to the world's greatest global challenges — from the climate crisis to hunger and sustainability.
Wageningen University & Research faculties and programs
Agroecology
Animal Breeding and Genetics
Aquaculture and Marine Resource Management
Biobased Sciences
Bioinformatics
Biology
Biosystems Engineering
Biotechnology
Climate Studies
Communication, Health and Life Sciences
Wageningen University & Research scholarships and financial aid
Wageningen University does not directly offer a scholarship or funding program for international undergraduate students. The Dutch Government, however, provides scholarship opportunities through a program called the "Holland Scholarship." It is for students coming to the Netherlands from outside the European Union for higher education. In addition, Wageningen University offers various scholarship and funding programs for international graduate students. Keep in mind that the capacity and funding of these scholarship programs are limited and that admission standards are high. If you are a prospective graduate student applying for a scholarship, you can review the programs offered by Wageningen University at the link below.
Wageningen University & Research Exam Requirements
Submitting at least one of the exams below with the required score is a prerequisite for application. The score threshold may vary by program.
How to get into Wageningen University & Research
If you want to apply to an undergraduate program at Wageningen University, you must meet the following requirements.
- 4-Year High School Diploma, plus an International Baccalaureate Diploma if available
- High Grade Point Average (Ministry of Education Diploma Score: 85+)
- English Proficiency Certificate (obtained through a qualifying exam such as IELTS Academic, TOEFL, CAE, FCE, or CPE)
- Dutch Proficiency Certificate for programs taught in Dutch (NT2-II, VWO 'Nederlands', VWO 'Staatsexamen Nederlands', CNavT)
If you want to apply to a graduate program at Wageningen University, you must meet the following requirements.
- 4-Year Bachelor's Degree Diploma
- High Grade Point Average (CGPA: 3.0+)
- English Proficiency Certificate (obtained through a qualifying exam such as IELTS Academic, TOEFL, CAE, FCE, or CPE)
- Dutch Proficiency Certificate for programs taught in Dutch (NT2-II, VWO 'Nederlands', VWO 'Staatsexamen Nederlands', CNavT)
Take a closer look at Wageningen University & Research
Wageningen Campus, home to Wageningen University and Research Centre, is made up of two distinct locations: the campus area proper and Wageningen Science Park. Built on a sizeable stretch of green land, the campus began to develop in 2002. Since then it has expanded to include R&D centers operated by companies such as FrieslandCampina, Noldus, Yili, Kikkoman, and Keygene. These sit alongside the university's own educational and research facilities. Wageningen Campus is close to the center of the city of Wageningen.
From here, major cities such as Amsterdam, Rotterdam, The Hague, Utrecht, Arnhem, and Nijmegen are no more than one hour's travel away.
Wageningen University and Research Centre is on Wageningen Campus, which is surrounded by natural beauty. The campus is spread across 70,000 m² and has been honored three times with the "Most Sustainable Campus" award. You will find student housing, study groups, student associations and cultural organizations here. For athletics there are the Wageningen University Sports Centre and the Bongerd Sports Centre. The campus also has a supermarket and numerous restaurants. The city of Wageningen is only a one-hour train ride from cities such as Amsterdam, Rotterdam, and The Hague.
Between the city center and Wageningen Campus, you can travel by bicycle.
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Wageningen, Netherlands
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