United International Business Schools - UIBS vs University of Amsterdam - UvA vs Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam - VU Amsterdam vs ONCAMPUS Global vs Business School Netherlands

Side-by-side comparison from 264 verified student reviews. Scan one row at a time — winners are highlighted

Quick verdict
Higher overall rating: Business School Netherlands (5.00)
United International Business Schools - UIBS: wins 0/7 categories
University of Amsterdam - UvA: wins 0/7 categories
Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam - VU Amsterdam: wins 0/7 categories
ONCAMPUS Global: wins 1/7 categories
Business School Netherlands: wins 3/7 categories
Ironhack: wins 3/7 categories
Metropolitan Business School: wins 0/7 categories
Comparing
Best programme: Accounting and Management Information Systems
Amsterdam, The Netherlands
4.10
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179 reviews
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Best programme: Communication Sciences
Best programme: B.Sc. in Psychology
London, The United Kingdom
4.80
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21 reviews
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Best programme: Undergraduate Foundation Programme
Amsterdam, The Netherlands
5.00
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1 reviews
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Best programme: Executive MBA
Barcelona, Spain
3.00
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2 reviews
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Best programme: UX/UI Design (User Experience / User Interface Design)
Amsterdam, The Netherlands
Not rated
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0 reviews
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Category ratings
Facilities
4.00
4.30
4.08
4.44
Not rated
5.00
Win
Not rated
Location
4.75
4.62
4.30
4.75
Not rated
5.00
Win
Not rated
Professors
4.75
4.11
4.30
4.76
5.00
Win
3.00
Not rated
Internationality
4.50
4.49
4.45
4.62
5.00
Win
3.00
Not rated
Student life
4.25
4.08
4.19
4.58
Not rated
5.00
Win
Not rated
Value
4.50
4.08
4.21
4.52
5.00
Win
3.00
Not rated
Accommodation
4.00
2.99
3.17
4.35
Win
Not rated
4.00
Not rated
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • +Supportive and helpful faculty
  • +Positive and enriching learning experience
  • +Safe and well-equipped campus
  • +Approachable and supportive professors
  • +Well-designed, up-to-date curriculum and academic programs
  • +Good student support and facilities
  • +Engaging academic programs and knowledgeable, supportive faculty
  • +Diverse and international campus environment with ample extracurricular opportunities
  • +Balance of theory and practical application in studies
  • +Supportive and approachable teachers
  • +Excellent student support services
  • +Convenient campus location and facilities
  • +Holistic learning approach
  • +Positive overall experience
  • +Strong recommendation
  • +Practical, hands-on learning with immediate application
  • +Experienced, professional instructors with industry expertise
  • +Engaging hybrid learning format

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Cons
  • -Administrative and management issues cause frequent problems.
  • -Outdated facilities and equipment hinder learning.
  • -Lack of clear communication and support frustrates students.
  • -Lack of student support and care.
  • -Poor program value and teaching effectiveness.
  • -Administrative and communication issues.
  • -Administrative and management issues cause significant frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities and equipment hinder learning and comfort.
  • -Lack of clear communication and support from staff is prevalent.
  • -Outdated facilities and poor maintenance are prevalent.
  • -Inefficient administrative processes and lack of clear communication are frustrating.
  • -Limited resources and support for academic needs are a concern.
  • -Outdated facilities and poor maintenance.
  • -Ineffective teaching and unsupportive instructors.
  • -Administrative and management issues.
  • -Administrative and management issues.
  • -Perceived lack of value for money.

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Rating summary
What students say

Academic and environmental aspects of the university are highly regarded, with professors and location both receiving a near-perfect score of 4.75. Student life is also a positive, scoring 4.25, and internationality and value are strong at 4.5. Facilities and accommodation present the weakest areas, both rated at 4.

A mixed performance is evident across the surveyed categories. The university excels in **Location** (4.59) and **Internationality** (4.49), with **Facilities** (4.27) also receiving high marks. **Professors** (4.11) and **Student Life** (4.07) are rated favorably, as is **Value** (4.07). However, **Accomodation** stands out as a significantly weaker area, scoring considerably lower than other aspects.

Offering a well-rounded experience, this institution excels in **Internationality**, boasting a score of 4.45, closely followed by **Professors** at 4.30 and **Location** at 4.30. **Student Life** and **Value** also received positive marks. The primary area for improvement lies in **Accomodation**, which received the lowest rating.

This institution garners strong approval across multiple aspects, with particularly high marks for its **Professors (4.76)** and **Location (4.75)**. Student life and internationality also score well, above 4.5. **Accommodations (4.35)** received the lowest rating, though still generally positive, while facilities and value demonstrate solid, above-average performance.

This institution receives top marks in key areas, including its professors, international outlook, and overall value. Conversely, it scores zero in facilities, location, student life, and accommodation. These extreme ratings suggest a university that excels in academic and global aspects, but has significant shortcomings in its physical campus and student experience offerings.

With exceptional marks in Facilities and Location, this institution clearly excels in its physical environment and accessibility. Student Life also receives top scores, suggesting a vibrant campus experience. Conversely, the university's weakest areas lie in its Professors and Internationality, both rated a moderate three. Value also sits at this mid-tier rating, indicating areas for potential improvement.

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Reviews summary
Highlights

With an average rating of 4.5/5, ~75% of reviews are positive, highlighting a supportive learning environment and helpful, passionate faculty. One review mentioned slow administrative services.

~96% of 179 reviews are positive, highlighting good quality education, approachable professors, and improving courses. A small fraction of feedback mentions issues with program value and student support.

With a 4.3/5 average rating from 57 reviews, ~91% of feedback is positive. Students highlight the multicultural environment, engaging academic programs, and valuable campus resources like the library and modern facilities. No negative reviews were provided.

All 21 reviews are positive, averaging 4.76/5 stars. Students frequently praised helpful teachers, strong academic support, and good facilities. Some also highlighted a positive transition experience and newfound confidence.

With a perfect 5/5 average rating, feedback is overwhelmingly positive. Students praise the learning experience and highly recommend the university.

With an average rating of 3/5, feedback is evenly split, with ~50% positive and ~50% negative. Positive comments highlight practical, hands-on learning and professional instructors. Negative reviews express dissatisfaction with program value and staff.

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Rating distribution
5★
75%
30%
40%
76%
100%
50%
0%
4★
0%
56%
49%
24%
0%
0%
0%
3★
25%
10%
11%
0%
0%
0%
0%
2★
0%
2%
0%
0%
0%
0%
0%
1★
0%
2%
0%
0%
0%
50%
0%
Most useful review
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Pretty good but competitive

The costs for EU students are ok. Housing is still crazy and you are lucky if you get assistance with that, but when you do, it's very good for the money. The classes are a bit big but we manage. I feel the curriculum is complete and up to date and theres nothing missing from my education

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As a computer science student at the Vrije Universitet in Amsterdam, I have been thoroughly impressed with the quality of education and the level of expertise of the professors at this esteemed institution. The faculty members are passionate about their subjects and are always willing to provide guidance and support to students. The curriculum is rigorous, and the coursework is designed to challenge students and prepare them for the ever-evolving world of technology. The courses cover a broad range of topics, from programming languages and algorithms to artificial intelligence and machine learning. The faculty also encourages students to take part in research projects and internships, providing valuable opportunities to apply what we have learned in the classroom to real-world scenarios. The campus facilities are excellent, with state-of-the-art labs and equipment available for students to use. The university's location in Amsterdam also offers plenty of opportunities for students to engage in cultural and recreational activities outside of their studies. One of the things that stand out to me is the diverse student body. Being exposed to different perspectives and backgrounds has enriched my learning experience and expanded my understanding of computer science as a field. Overall, I would highly recommend the Vrije Universitet to any computer science student looking for a challenging and rewarding academic experience, excellent faculty, and a diverse and inclusive community.

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Government-Funded "School" - You pay you regret

Here's the corrected version: I graduated from the remote full-stack web development bootcamp in April 2025, and I feel very stupid because I paid these people while others studied for free. On top of that (or probably for that reason), Ironhack staff is arrogant and inexperienced. Take a look at the images I uploaded on Google for IronHack Madrid. The first is of the Program Manager (some sort of head of the online courses), and the second image shows a "teacher" assistant mocking me by telling me to use my fingers to type. What you should also know is that almost nobody pays for their courses directly—instead, the governments of Germany, France, Netherlands, etc. pay for people who are unemployed, along with other forms of financing. For that reason, the quality is very low because students behave as if they have received a gift or favor (so they leave good reviews), and the "school" acts accordingly. For example, the materials are completely outdated, and they don't want to help students—they tell students to ask questions through an app called Slack. While students are struggling to understand and have to write their questions, teachers and management are having "meetings" or maybe playing video games ... feeding their cats ... who knows? What I know is that they don't like to help.

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