About the university
Saxion University of Applied Sciences is a public university of applied sciences with campuses in Enschede, Deventer and Apeldoorn, in the east of the Netherlands near the German border. Its bachelor's take four years and are practical, with projects and placements.
Saxion offers many English-taught bachelor's, including Applied Computer Science, Mechatronics, International Business, International Finance and Accounting, Hotel Management, Tourism Management, Creative Media and Game Technologies, and engineering programmes. Its master's include an MSc in Applied Nanotechnology in Enschede and a one-year master's in ICT: Software Engineering in Deventer.
For Indian students, Saxion is one of the more affordable Dutch options: every bachelor's costs €9,360 a year for non-EU students in 2026/27, and housing in Enschede and Deventer is cheaper than in the big cities. Note that Saxion sets an earlier deadline (1 April) for Indian applicants because of visa processing.
- Type
- Public university of applied sciences in the east of the Netherlands
- Campuses
- Enschede, Deventer and Apeldoorn
- Intake
- September; Indian applicants apply by 1 April 2027
- Non-EU tuition 2026/27
- €9,360 a year for every bachelor's; master's fees vary by programme
- Proof of funds
- €12,963 a year for non-EU degree students (Saxion)
- Scholarships
- Saxion Talent Scholarship €2,750 and NL Scholarship €5,000 (first year)
Rankings
Popular courses with Indian students
- Undergraduate
- Fee / year
- €9,360
- Duration
- 4 years full-time
- Intakes
- September (Indian applicants: apply by 1 April 2027; documents and payment by 1 May 2027)
- English
- IELTS Academic 6.0, TOEFL iBT 80 (older scale), PTE Academic 61 or Cambridge 169
- Undergraduate
- Fee / year
- €9,360
- Duration
- 4 years full-time
- Intakes
- September in Deventer or Enschede (Indian applicants: apply by 1 April 2027)
- English
- IELTS Academic 6.0, TOEFL iBT 80 (older scale), PTE Academic 61 or Cambridge 169
- Undergraduate
Mechatronics (English programme)
- Fee / year
- €9,360
- Duration
- 4 years full-time
- Intakes
- September in Enschede (Indian applicants: apply by 1 April 2027)
- English
- IELTS Academic 6.0, TOEFL iBT 80 (older scale), PTE Academic 61 or Cambridge 169
- Undergraduate
- Fee / year
- €9,360
- Duration
- 4 years full-time
- Intakes
- September in Apeldoorn (Indian applicants: apply by 1 April 2027)
- English
- IELTS Academic 6.0, TOEFL iBT 80 (older scale), PTE Academic 61 or Cambridge 169; also offered in Dutch
- Postgraduate
- Fee / year
- €10,940
- Duration
- 2 years (second year is a company thesis project)
- Intakes
- September only, in Enschede (Indian applicants: apply by 1 April 2027)
- English
- IELTS Academic 6.0, TOEFL iBT 80 (older scale), PTE Academic 61 or Cambridge 169 (Saxion general minimum)
Fees for international students
| Course | Duration | Fee / year (EUR) | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|---|
| Applied Computer Science | 4 years full-time | €9,360 | ≈ ₹9.9 lakh |
| International Business | 4 years full-time | €9,360 | ≈ ₹9.9 lakh |
| Mechatronics (English programme) | 4 years full-time | €9,360 | ≈ ₹9.9 lakh |
| Hotel Management | 4 years full-time | €9,360 | ≈ ₹9.9 lakh |
| MSc Applied Nanotechnology | 2 years (second year is a company thesis project) | €10,940 | ≈ ₹11.6 lakh |
Fees are for international students for the entry year shown on each course page and can rise each year. Approximate exchange rates (based on ECB reference rates, March 2026). Actual rates on your payment date will differ.
Want a course shortlist with fees?Our counsellor will compare courses at Saxion University of Applied Sciences with similar universities in the Netherlands.
Scholarships
- Bachelor's, non-EU/EEA students (September intake)
Saxion Talent Scholarship (STS)
Value: €2,750, paid in the first year
Eligibility: Bachelor's applicants paying the full institutional fee, with a GPA of 75% or higher and IELTS 6.0 or higher.
Official page (opens in a new tab) - Non-EU/EEA students (September intake)
NL Scholarship (NLS)
Value: €5,000, paid in the first year
Eligibility: Students paying the full institutional fee, with a GPA of 80% or higher and IELTS 7.0 or higher.
Official page (opens in a new tab)
Admission requirements
Undergraduate
- A school diploma with results at least equivalent to Dutch HAVO, VWO or MBO-4; for India this means Class 12. Some programmes list extra entry requirements on their requirements page.
- Apply through Studielink. Indian applicants (with Afghan, Bangladeshi, Iranian, Nepalese, Nigerian, Pakistani, Sri Lankan and Yemeni applicants) must apply by 1 April 2027 and send documents and payment by 1 May 2027. Other non-EU applicants have until 1 June.
- Physiotherapy closes earlier, on 1 April 2027 for all non-EU applicants.
Postgraduate
- A relevant bachelor's degree. The Applied Nanotechnology and ICT: Software Engineering master's need no pre-master; contact the Master Office to check your background.
- Same deadlines as bachelor's: 1 April 2027 for Indian applicants.
Documents
- Passport
- Class 12 certificate and mark sheets (bachelor's) or bachelor's degree and transcripts (master's)
- English certificate from an official test centre, no older than 2 years
- Proof of financial means (€12,963 a year for non-EU degree students)
Check if you are eligibleShare your marks and test scores and our counsellor will tell you which courses you can apply for.
English language requirements
| Test or route | Typical requirement |
|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6.0 overall; no sub-scores listed. Tests must be taken at an official centre. |
| TOEFL iBT | 80 for tests taken before 21 January 2026; check the new-scale minimum with Saxion. MyBest scores are not accepted. |
| PTE Academic | 61 |
| Cambridge and LanguageCert | Cambridge First, Advanced or Proficiency 169; LanguageCert Academic 65. |
| Scholarship level | IELTS 6.0 for the Saxion Talent Scholarship and 7.0 for the NL Scholarship. Duolingo is not listed. |
Accommodation and living costs
Housing is not arranged automatically; you reserve a room through Saxion's partner providers. Contracts cannot be ended early.
| Item | In EUR | Approx. in rupees |
|---|---|---|
| Room in Deventer (VPS, Heights)Includes gas, water, electricity and service costs; €500 refundable deposit | €599per month | ≈ ₹63,494 |
| Room in Enschede (Xior Ariensplein), base rentPlus service costs of around €260 a month; deposit is twice the base rent | €346–550per month | ≈ ₹36,676 – ₹58,300 |
| Health insurance, first year (non-EU)Arranged by Saxion through AON in year one | €681per year | ≈ ₹72,186 |
| Visa and residence permit fee | €254per year | ≈ ₹26,924 |
| Proof of financial meansNon-EU degree students | €12,963per year | ≈ ₹13.7 lakh |
Campus and location
Saxion teaches in three cities in the east of the Netherlands. Each programme is based at one or two campuses.
- Enschede: Applied Computer Science, Mechatronics, International Business and the MSc Applied Nanotechnology.
- Deventer: International Business, Software Engineering and the master's in ICT: Software Engineering.
- Apeldoorn: Hotel Management.
- Partner housing with VPS and Heights in Deventer and Xior in Enschede.
Careers and graduate outcomes
Saxion bachelor's are practical, with projects and placements; the Applied Nanotechnology master's ends with a year-long company thesis. Saxion did not publish graduate employment figures on the pages we checked. See our Netherlands guide for post-study work rules.
| What | Figure | Source |
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Studying in the Netherlands
Visa rules, work rights and living costs apply to every university in the Netherlands. Our country guide covers them in detail:
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FAQs
How much does Saxion cost for Indian students?
Every bachelor's costs €9,360 a year for non-EU students in 2026/27. Master's fees vary; the MSc Applied Nanotechnology is €10,940 a year.
What is the deadline for Indian students?
1 April 2027 for a September 2027 start, with documents and payment by 1 May 2027. This is earlier than for most other non-EU students.
What IELTS score do I need?
IELTS Academic 6.0, or PTE 61, Cambridge 169 or TOEFL iBT 80 (older scale).
What scholarships can I get?
The Saxion Talent Scholarship (€2,750, GPA 75% and IELTS 6.0) and the NL Scholarship (€5,000, GPA 80% and IELTS 7.0), both paid in the first year.
How much is housing?
Saxion's partner rooms cost €599 a month all-in in Deventer, and €346–€550 base rent plus about €260 service costs in Enschede.
Sources
- Saxion: finances, scholarships and insurances (opens in a new tab)
- Saxion: bachelor programmes (opens in a new tab)
- Saxion: master programmes (opens in a new tab)
- Saxion: Applied Computer Science (opens in a new tab)
- Saxion: International Business (opens in a new tab)
- Saxion: MSc Applied Nanotechnology (opens in a new tab)
- Saxion: requirements, application and deadlines (opens in a new tab)
- Saxion: deadlines (opens in a new tab)
- Saxion: housing availability and rental prices (opens in a new tab)
Official website: www.saxion.edu (opens in a new tab)
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