University of Antwerp (UAntwerp) at a glance
- City
- Antwerp
- Type
- Public university
- Website
- uantwerpen.be/en
Key takeaways
- For 2026/27, non-EEA students at UAntwerp pay €4,300 per 60 credits for a bachelor's and €7,800 for a master's.
- Applying is free, through UAntwerp's Mobility Online portal, and you may have only one application at a time.
- For 2027/28, applications open on 4 November 2026; upload your documents by 28 February 2027 and send legalised documents by 31 May 2027.
- The FindUniPath database lists 2 English-taught bachelors and 33 English-taught masters.
- Afghan qualifications are accepted only together with a NARIC equivalency.
On this page
The University of Antwerp (UAntwerp) is a public Flemish university where non-EEA students paid €4,300 per year for a bachelor's and €7,800 per year for a master's in 2026/27, and the application itself is free. It runs 2 English-taught bachelors and a wide range of English-taught masters, from computer science to economic policy and biology.
The 2027/28 application window is already published, so you can plan exactly. Here are the fees, programs, requirements and the two-step deadline system.
Why UAntwerp is good value
- Low bachelor fee: €4,300 for non-EEA students in 2026/27, below the Study in Flanders guideline range of €5,300 to €12,000.
- Free application via Mobility Online, unlike many Belgian universities that charge €90 to €200.
- Broad English master range: computer science, data science and AI, business economics, financial engineering, biology, chemistry, physics, law and political science.
- Antwerp: Belgium's port city, which is relevant for the maritime and transport programs.
UAntwerp tuition fees for non-EEA students
| Program type | Formula | 60 credits |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor | €1,000 + €55 per credit | €4,300 |
| Master (and bridging/preparatory) | €1,500 + €105 per credit | €7,800 |
| Research Master of Philosophy | €1,280 + €52 per credit | €4,400 |
| Rehabilitation Sciences and Physiotherapy (master) | €1,500 + €70 per credit | €5,700 |
| Advanced masters at IOB (development) | Set by the organiser | €7,800 |
| Advanced master Maritime and Air Transport Management | Set by the organiser | €19,500 |
UAntwerp has not published its 2027/28 fees yet. The tuition page does not list a general fee reduction for students from developing countries; IOB students with an ICP scholarship pay €1,181.40. Erasmus Mundus masters list their fees on their own websites.
English-taught programs
The FindUniPath database lists 2 English-taught bachelors, 33 English-taught masters and an executive PhD program.
- Bachelors: Social-Economic Sciences; Urban Sustainability Studies (YUFE).
- Computing and business masters: Computer Science (Computer Networks; Data Science and Artificial Intelligence); Business Economics; Business Engineering: Financial Engineering; Applied Economic Sciences: Economic Policy.
- Science masters: Biology (Biodiversity, Conservation and Restoration; Global Change Biology); Chemistry; Physics; Molecular Biology; Oceans and Lakes.
- Other masters: Laws (LL.M); Political Science; Linguistics and Literary Studies: English; Erasmus Mundus programs in vaccinology and ecohydrology.
See how this compares nationally in English-taught programs in Belgium.
Admission and language requirements
- Bachelor: a secondary diploma that gives access to a comparable university program in the issuing country; country minimums are in UAntwerp's equivalency list. Your home country's national entrance exam results are taken into account.
- Maths test for Social-Economic Sciences: non-EEA applicants need SAT Math of at least 640 or another accepted maths test.
- Master: an accredited academic bachelor's (a master's for advanced masters) plus program-specific requirements.
- English: IELTS Academic 6.5 (min 6.0 per part), TOEFL iBT 80, PTE 59, Cambridge B2 First 176 or ITACE B2. Tests must be taken at a test centre (no home tests) on or after 1 January 2024. Some programs require C1.
- Documents: passport, CV, motivation letter, English certificate, and diplomas with transcripts, legalised and with a sworn translation where needed.
No agents
UAntwerp allows only one application at a time through Mobility Online and does not allow third parties or agents to interfere with your application.
Deadlines for 2027/28
UAntwerp uses a two-step system for non-EEA bachelor and master applicants:
| Step | Date |
|---|---|
| Mobility Online opens | 4 November 2026 |
| Objective 1: upload electronic documents | by 28 February 2027 |
| Objective 2: legalised or certified documents reach the registrar | by 31 May 2027 |
| Enrolment deadline | 2 October |
UAntwerp warns that a visa may take three months or more, so do not wait for the last day. Erasmus Mundus, IOB and some other programs have their own procedures and dates.
Scholarships
- Master Mind Scholarship (Flemish government): €10,225 plus a tuition waiver for excellent master's applicants; the 2026/27 call is closed and 2027/28 is under review.
- Program scholarships: Erasmus Mundus masters and IOB programs have their own funding; VLIR-UOS ICP scholarship holders at IOB pay the reduced fee.
- Payment plans are available for tuition.
See all options in our scholarships in Belgium guide.
Living in Antwerp
Study in Flanders estimates student living costs at €800 to €1,000 per month, with rent of €450 to €600. For the visa, you must prove at least €1,062 net per month for 2026/27. You may work up to 20 hours per week during term with a residence permit. Budget tips are in our cost of studying in Belgium guide.
Is UAntwerp right for you?
UAntwerp is especially good value at bachelor's level: €4,300 a year (2026/27) for an English-taught bachelor is below the Flanders guideline range, and English-taught bachelors are limited in Belgium. At master's level the picture changes. €7,800 is higher than the €5,340 track at VUB (2027/28), the €3,900 category at UHasselt (2026/27), or the €1,194 to €5,369 range at French-speaking universities (2026/27).
- Good fit: school leavers who want an English-taught bachelor in social-economic sciences or urban sustainability.
- Good fit: master's applicants who want a specific UAntwerp program, such as data science and AI or financial engineering, and can budget €7,800.
- Think twice: if your documents are slow to legalise, because legalised documents must reach the registrar by 31 May 2027.
Honest downsides
Benefits
- Low bachelor fee and free application
- 2027/28 dates published early
- Wide English master choice in tech, business and science
Difficulties
- Master's fee of €7,800 is higher than VUB, UHasselt or the French-speaking universities
- Only one application at a time
- Strict document rules: legalised documents and test-centre English tests only
- Social-Economic Sciences bachelor needs SAT Math 640 or similar
How to apply step by step
- 1
Check the program's requirements
Read the program page and UAntwerp's equivalency list for your country.
- 2
Book an English test
Take IELTS, TOEFL, PTE or Cambridge at a test centre.
- 3
Apply on Mobility Online
Open from 4 November 2026; upload electronic documents by 28 February 2027 on the Mobility Online portal.
- 4
Send legalised documents
They must reach the registrar by 31 May 2027. See our documents and legalization guide.
- 5
Apply for the visa as soon as you are admitted
Follow our Belgium student visa guide.
Applying from Afghanistan
UAntwerp accepts Afghan qualifications only together with a NARIC equivalency, so start that early. Afghan documents cannot be apostilled, and visa applications go through the Belgian Embassy in Islamabad and VFS Global in Pakistan.
Get a reminder before 28 February: track deadlines for free on FindUniPath. Compare universities in the Belgium hub.
Frequently asked questions
How much is the University of Antwerp tuition for non-EU students?
For 2026/27, €4,300 per 60 credits for a bachelor's and €7,800 for a master's. Some advanced masters have different fees.
Is there an application fee at the University of Antwerp?
No. Applying through Mobility Online is free of charge.
What is the UAntwerp deadline for 2027/28?
Upload your documents by 28 February 2027; legalised documents must reach the registrar by 31 May 2027. Applications open on 4 November 2026.
What IELTS score does UAntwerp require?
IELTS Academic 6.5 with at least 6.0 in each part, or TOEFL iBT 80. Some programs require C1.
Does UAntwerp have English-taught bachelors?
Yes, two: Social-Economic Sciences and Urban Sustainability Studies (YUFE).
Official sources
Checked on 16 October 2026. Rules, fees and dates change — always confirm on the official page before you apply.
- 1.UAntwerp — Tuition fees 2026-2027
- 2.UAntwerp — Admission procedure
- 3.UAntwerp — Bachelor admission requirements
- 4.UAntwerp — Master admission requirements
- 5.Study in Flanders — Tuition fees
- 6.Study in Flanders — Master Mind Scholarships
- 7.Study in Flanders — Visa requirements
- 8.Study in Belgium — Living costs (incl. Flanders estimate)
- 9.Study in Belgium — Working while studying
- 10.Belgium FPS Foreign Affairs — Visa competence list
- 11.VUB — Tuition fees
- 12.UHasselt — Tuition fees