Heart of Europe. Headquarters of the EU. A degree from the continent's most connected country.
20+
Universities
60k+
Intl Students
€835
Min Tuition /yr
EU
Capital Location
Belgium delivers top-100 credentials, trilingual environments, and direct access to EU institutions — at a fraction of UK or Netherlands costs.
Brussels hosts EU Parliament, NATO, and 1,400+ international organisations. A Belgian degree puts you inside Europe's political and policy heartbeat from day one.
KU Leuven, Ghent University, ULB, and VUB all rank in the global top 100–200. Belgium punches far above its size in academic output.
Belgium operates in French, Dutch, and English. Graduating trilingual or bilingual is a genuine competitive advantage in any international career.
Direct access to EU institutions, NGOs, international law firms, and embassies. More international organisations per capita than anywhere on earth. Your network starts building before graduation.
KU Leuven tuition starts at €835/yr for EU students and €9,350 for non-EU. Compare that to UK (£25,000+) or Netherlands (€18,000+). Top-tier credentials at a fair price.
We have active partnerships with leading Belgian universities across Flanders and Wallonia.
KU Leuven
Leuven · QS #74
EEC Partner ✓Ghent University
Ghent · QS #136
EEC Partner ✓Univ. Libre Bruxelles
Brussels · QS #171
EEC Partner ✓Vrije Univ. Brussel
Brussels · QS #251–300
EEC Partner ✓UCLouvain
Louvain-la-Neuve · QS #301–350
Open for appsUniv. Antwerp
Antwerp · QS #351–400
Open for appsUniv. Namur
Namur · QS #601–650
Open for appsHaute École de Bruxelles
Brussels · Business focus
Open for appsFees depend on whether your university is in Flanders (Dutch-speaking) or Wallonia (French-speaking). Wallonia charges significantly less for non-EU students.
Bachelor (non-EU)
€835–9,350
per academic year
Flemish unis: €4,175–9,350/yr
Wallonia unis: €835–4,175/yr
Master's (non-EU)
€4,175–9,350
per academic year
KU Leuven: €9,350/yr
Most programs included
KU Leuven (non-EU)
€9,350
per year, most programs
Scholarships available
VLIR-UOS can cover full fees
Wallonia (French-speaking) universities charge significantly less than Flemish universities for non-EU students.
Belgium offers some of Europe's most generous scholarships for international students from developing countries.
VLIR-UOS Scholarships
Belgian government for developing-country students. Full tuition + living + travel. One of the most comprehensive scholarships in Europe.
KU Leuven Scholarship
Merit + need based, up to 100% fee waiver. Highly competitive — EEC guides students through the application process to maximise success.
Erasmus+
Belgium is a top Erasmus host. Many joint degree programs with EU funding. Amounts vary by program and partner institution.
Belgium has one primary September intake for most programs. There is no secondary January intake. Apply early — popular programs close in January.
September
Main intake — all programs
Important Notes
Read before applying
Apply early — KU Leuven popular programs close in January. EEC tracks all rolling deadlines.
Brussels is the most expensive city; university towns like Leuven and Ghent are more affordable. Smaller Wallonia cities offer the best value.
Brussels
€1,100
estimated per month
Leuven / Ghent
€900
estimated per month
Liège / Namur
€750
estimated per month
Student housing (Kot) in university cities averages €350–500/month. Book as early as possible — demand exceeds supply.
Receive official admission letter. For KU Leuven, apply via KU Loket. Other unis have their own portals. EEC coordinates submissions across all platforms.
Apply Dec–May depending on university
Apply at Belgian consulate. Fee: €60. Attach admission letter, financial proof (€650/month), health insurance, and accommodation proof.
Apply Jun–Aug for September intake
Within 8 days of arrival, register at local Commune (town hall). Receive residence card. Mandatory for all non-EU students — do not miss this step.
Within 8 days of arrival
Commune issues Annex 15 (provisional) then full residence card within 5 months. EEC prepares all commune paperwork for a smooth process.
EEC handles all commune prep
Typical requirements across Belgian universities. Exact thresholds vary by institution and program.
Monthly Minimum
€650
per month (Belgian Immigration Office requirement)
12-Month Proof
€7,800
total bank balance required for full-year stay
Acceptable sources
Personal savings
Parent / family sponsor
Sponsor letter accepted
Official scholarship letter
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