Exchange
At Maastricht University (UM), we are dedicated to fostering a welcoming environment and ensuring a seamless integration of our international student community, whether they are enrolled in a full study programme or participating in an exchange programme for a shorter duration. The majority of our courses are conducted in English, providing you with a wide range of options to choose from.
We provide extensive support to international students before and during their studies. Are you interested in joining our diverse community? Our programmes and services are listed below. More information about exchange agreements, courses, minors and admissions can be found on each faculty exchange page.
Fast facts
- All faculties
- Fulltime or short-term participation
- Courses in English
Services for prospected students
Would you first like to get a good feel about the university and the city of Maastricht before you visit? Check out these online opportunities.
Student support
Have a chat with current students, they can help you through the application process or answer questions about the study programmes.
Virtual campus tour
A virtual journey along our buildings and faculties.
MyMaastricht
A joint initiative of UM, Zuyd University of Applied Sciences and the Maastricht municipality to provide detailed information on living in Maastricht.
Services for incoming students
The International Student Support Office is dedicated to supporting administrative and social issues involved in moving abroad.
Our support services include:
Visa support
Scholarships and financial aid
Travel Instructions Service
International Student Welcome Day
Student Ambassadors
International Student Ambassador Programme
Maastricht Housing
UM Guesthouse
Language support
Pre-Academic Training
Our Pre-Academic Training (PAT) is meant for students who would like to refresh their mathematics, English or intercultural communication skills before starting the study programme.
Student associations
Check out this overview of student organisations that are managed by UM students and please join.
Services for exchange students
Study abroad programmes, services and social events for incoming study abroad students:
Center for European Studies
Maastricht Summer School
Services for outgoing exchange students:
International Relations Offices
Language support
Scholarships
Scholarships for incoming students:
The UM NL High Potential scholarship
UM NL Euregion Refugee Scholarship
Scholarships for incoming exchange students
We facilitate a wide range of financial aid programmes in order to help our (prospective) students make well-informed decisions regarding their future.
Scholarships for outgoing students:
Erasmus+ scholarship: intended for students in higher education who would like to study or follow a traineeship abroad.
NL Scholarship: intended for students who want to study, do research or pursue an internship outside the European Economic Area (EEA).
Scholarships for study and research abroad
Travelling to the US
Following the changed entry rules for the U.S., the Dutch government has added a note to the current (green) travel advice. Read more on the website of Rijksoverheid (Dutch only). If you have specific questions, please contact us:
- Outgoing students via the International Relations Office of their faculty
- Incoming students via mail
- UM employees via mail