University of Twente: Statistics
Updated:
| Position | Category |
|---|---|
| #338 of 14,131 | In the World |
| #129 of 2,785 | In Europe |
| #12 of 58 | In the Netherlands |
| #1 of 2 | In Enschede |
| #20 of 1,021 | For Hydrology and Water resources management |
| Top100 | For 24 other topics |
Quick Review
- Acceptance rate
- 51%
- Type
- Non-profit
- Funding
- Public-private
partnership - Highest Degree
- Doctorate
- Website
- www.utwente.nl
- Languages
- English;Dutch
Acceptance rate & Admissions
| Acceptance Rate | 51% |
|---|---|
| Admissions Requirements | Dutch VWO or equivalent |
| Academic Calendar | September to July |
We've calculated the 51% acceptance rate for University of Twente based on the ratio of admissions to applications and other circumstantial enrollment data. Treat this information as a rough guide and not as a definitive measure of your chances of admission. Different programs may have significantly varying admissions rates.
Research profile
University of Twente is a world-class research university with 64,388 scientific papers published and 1,620,703 citations received. The research profile covers a range of fields, including Engineering, Physics, Computer Science, Biology, Chemistry, Quantum and Particle physics, Environmental Science, Liberal Arts & Social Sciences, Materials Science, and Medicine.
University of Twente majors
by publication & citation count
Annual publication & citation counts
| Year | Publications | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 1991 | 509 | 2601 |
| 1992 | 614 | 3205 |
| 1993 | 627 | 3539 |
| 1994 | 665 | 3987 |
| 1995 | 672 | 4577 |
| 1996 | 725 | 5452 |
| 1997 | 721 | 6006 |
| 1998 | 844 | 6623 |
| 1999 | 792 | 7722 |
| 2000 | 865 | 8526 |
| 2001 | 1011 | 10102 |
| 2002 | 1495 | 13694 |
| 2003 | 1248 | 14175 |
| 2004 | 1287 | 16563 |
| 2005 | 1572 | 20940 |
| 2006 | 1633 | 23807 |
| 2007 | 1692 | 27796 |
| 2008 | 1787 | 31980 |
| 2009 | 2037 | 36899 |
| 2010 | 2199 | 41768 |
| 2011 | 2473 | 49301 |
| 2012 | 2654 | 57123 |
| 2013 | 2672 | 65098 |
| 2014 | 2799 | 72121 |
| 2015 | 2538 | 78184 |
| 2016 | 2782 | 83652 |
| 2017 | 2637 | 89075 |
| 2018 | 2865 | 97758 |
| 2019 | 2969 | 111613 |
| 2020 | 3227 | 128853 |
| 2021 | 3470 | 150270 |
| 2022 | 3294 | 154914 |
| 2023 | 3391 | 155341 |
Tuition
The tuition table for University of Twente gives an overview of costs but prices are approximate and subject to change and don't include accommodation, textbooks, or living expenses. The costs of programs might differ significantly for local and international students. The only source of truth for current numbers is the university's official website.
| Program | Tuition Cost (per year) |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's Degree | €2,170 |
| Master's Degree | €4,330 |
| PhD Program | €2,170 |
All costs are in Euros (€).
The University of Twente has on-campus housing.
Programs and Degrees
The table below displays academic fields with programs and courses that lead to Bachelor's, Master's, and Doctorate degrees offered by University of Twente.
Note that the table provides a general overview and might not cover all the specific majors available at the university. Always visit the university's website for the most up-to-date information on the programs offered.
| Programs | Bachelor | Master | Doctoral |
|---|---|---|---|
| Art & Design | No | No | No |
| Biology | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Business | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Chemistry | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Computer Science | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Economics | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Engineering | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Environmental Science | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Liberal Arts & Social Sciences | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Mathematics | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Medicine | No | No | No |
| Physics | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Psychology | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| WO Bachelor (BA/BSc) | Applied Mathematics, Applied Physics, Biomedical Engineering, Business Administration, Business and Commerce, Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Communication Studies, Computer Science, Educational Sciences, Electrical Engineering, Health Sciences, Industrial Design, Industrial Engineering, Industrial Management, Information Technology, International Business, Mechanical Engineering, Psychology, Public Administration, Technology |
|---|---|
| WO Master (MA/MSc) | Applied Mathematics, Applied Physics, Biomedical Engineering, Business Administration, Business Computing, Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Communication Studies, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Construction Engineering, Earth Sciences, Educational Sciences, Electrical Engineering, Energy Engineering, Environmental Studies, European Studies, Health Sciences, Industrial Design, Industrial Engineering, Industrial Management, Mechanical Engineering, Media Studies, Nanotechnology, Natural Sciences, Philosophy, Public Administration, Social Studies, Surveying and Mapping, Technology |
University of Twente alumni
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Ank Bijleveld
- Occupations
- politician
- Biography
-
Anna Theodora Bernardina "Ank" Bijleveld-Schouten is a Dutch politician of the Christian Democratic Appeal (CDA) who has been serving as acting mayor of Almere since 10 January 2022. She served as Minister of Defence in the third cabinet of Prime Minister Mark Rutte from 26 October 2017 to 17 September 2021.
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Fred Teeven
- Occupations
- politicianjurist
- Biography
-
Fredrik "Fred" Teeven is a Dutch jurist, bus driver and former politician and prosecutor. A member of the People's Party for Freedom and Democracy (VVD), he served as State Secretary at the Ministry of Security and Justice from 2010 until his resignation in 2015 alongside that of Minister Ivo Opstelten.
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Diederik Jekel
- Enrolled in the University of Twente
- Studied solid-state physics
- Occupations
- television presenterwriterscience journalist
- Biography
-
Diederik Jekel is a Dutch science journalist, television presenter and physicist. In 2018, he was elected president of the Dutch Physical Society (NNV).
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Jitse Groen
- Enrolled in the University of Twente
- Studied business studies and information technology
- Occupations
- entrepreneur
- Biography
-
Jitse Groen is a Dutch businessman and the founder of Takeaway.com, a food delivery platform. He is the chief executive officer of Just Eat Takeaway.com.
University of Twente faculties and divisions
| Faculty : Behavioural Sciences | Communication Studies, Educational Sciences, Educational Technology, Ethics, Philosophy, Psychology, Science Education |
|---|---|
| Faculty : Electrical Engineering, Mathematics and Computer Science | Applied Mathematics, Artificial Intelligence, Computer Networks, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, Systems Analysis, Telecommunications Engineering |
| Faculty : Engineering Technology | Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering, Energy Engineering, Engineering Management, Environmental Engineering, Industrial Design, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering |
| Faculty : Geo-Information Science and Earth Observation | Geography |
| Faculty : Science and Technology | Applied Physics, Biomedical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Medical Technology, Nanotechnology |
| Research Division : Mechanics, Processes and Control | Applied Physics, Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, Mechanical Engineering |
| Research Division : Nanotechnology | Nanotechnology |
| Research Division : Social Sciences and Technology | Social Sciences, Technology |
| Research Division : Telematics and Information Technology | Behavioural Sciences, Business Administration, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Engineering Management, Mathematics, Public Administration |
| School : Management and Governance | Business Administration, Economics, European Union Law, Health Administration, Human Resources, Industrial Management, Information Management, Information Technology, International Business, International Law, Political Sciences, Public Administration, Public Law, Sociology |
General information
| Alternative names | Universiteit Twente |
|---|---|
| Founded | 1961 |
| Accreditation | Accreditation Organisation of the Netherlands and Flanders (NVAO). European Association for Public Administration Accreditation |
| Motto | De ondernemende universiteit The entrepreneurial university |
Location and contacts
| Address | Postbus 217 Enschede, Overijsel, 7500 AE Netherlands |
|---|---|
| City population | 160,000 |