Quick Summary
Since 1956, Eindhoven University of Technology has been one of Netherlands's prominent publics, based in Eindhoven. Ranked #125 globally by QS World University Rankings 2026, it enrolls 13134 students including 27% from outside Netherlands. Known for strengths in Architecture, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical & Electronic Engineering, it maintains an acceptance rate of 28%.
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Institutional Profile
Who they are
TU/e offers world-class engineering education in the heart of the Brainport region, providing unparalleled access to high-tech industry leaders and a high graduate employability rate.
Subject Strengths
ArchitectureMechanical EngineeringElectrical & Electronic EngineeringChemical EngineeringData ScienceMaterials Science
Founded1956
TypePublic
Total Students13134
Intl Students27%
Faculty Ratio18.5
CampusUrban
Campus Size75 hectares
Affiliated HospitalsCatharina Hospital,Máxima Medical Center,Kempenhaeghe
AccreditationAccreditation Organisation of the Netherlands and Flanders (NVAO)
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Global Standing
Three independent ranking systems
QS World 2026
#125
Quacquarelli Symonds
Times Higher Ed
#168
THE World University
ARWU Shanghai
#301-400
Academic Ranking
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Academics & Research
What you can study
Bachelors,Masters,PDEng,PhD
Programs
Available
PhD Programs
Not Available
Online Programs
Eindhoven Artificial Intelligence Systems Institute (EAISI),Institute for Complex Molecular Systems (ICMS),Eindhoven Institute for Renewable Energy Systems (EIRES)
Research Centers
Very High
Research Output
Accreditation Organisation of the Netherlands and Flanders (NVAO)
Accreditation
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Admissions Brief
What it takes to get in
Entry Requirements
Acceptance Rate28%
IELTS6.5
TOEFL90
Min GPA3
GRERequired for specific Master's (e.g., 160 Quantitative score)
GMATNot Available
SATNot Available
ACTNot Available
Key Dates
FALLApplication Deadline · May 1 (Non-EU), July 1 (EU)
MAR-APRDecisions Released
Required Documents
TranscriptsSOPEnglish ScoresLORsPassport
Insider Tip
For Numerus Fixus programs, applications must be submitted by January 15. Focus heavily on mathematics and physics proficiency, as these are core to the curriculum.
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Cost Ledger
Amounts in Euro
UG Tuition
€13,500/yr
per year · EUR
Living Cost
€12,000/yr
per year · EUR
PG Tuition
€19,300/yr
per year · EUR
Application Fee
$108
one time · USD
Total Estimated Annual Cost
€25,500/yr
tuition + living + essentials · EUR
Scholarships AvailableAvailable
Avg Scholarship$5,400
Financial AidAvailable
Work-StudyAvailable
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Featured & Popular Programs
A sample from Bachelors,Masters,PDEng,PhD programs total
| Program | Level | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Industrial Design | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
| Computer Science and Engineering | MASTER | 1-2 YRS |
| Automotive Technology | PHD | 3-5 YRS |
| Applied Physics | MBA | 12-24 MO |
| Embedded Systems | BACHELOR | 3-4 YRS |
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Career Outcomes
Where graduates land
$58,000
Average Salary After Graduation
92%
Employment Rate
Internship PlacementExtremely high due to proximity to Brainport Eindhoven and partnerships with ASML and Philips.
Industry Connections
ASMLPhilipsNXP SemiconductorsDAF TrucksVanderlande
Notable Alumni
Gerard Kleisterlee (Former CEO of Philips),Kees Schouhamer Immink (Inventor of CD/DVD/Blu-ray coding),Marijn Dekkers (Former CEO of Bayer)
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Campus & Student Life
Life beyond lectures
Housing
On-campus available
Sports Facilities
Student Sports Centre Eindhoven (SSC) offering over 70 sports.
Student Clubs
Over 100 associations including Cosmos (international) and various study-specific associations.
Library Resources
MetaForum library with extensive digital collections and 24/7 access during exam periods.
Exchange Programs
Available
Summer Programs
Available