Erasmus University Rotterdam - EUR vs University of Groningen - RUG vs Rotterdam University of Applied Sciences - HRO vs Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam - VU Amsterdam vs Codarts Rotterdam

Side-by-side comparison from 271 verified student reviews. Scan one row at a time — winners are highlighted

Quick verdict
Higher overall rating: Rotterdam University of Applied Sciences - HRO (4.60)
Erasmus University Rotterdam - EUR: wins 2/7 categories
University of Groningen - RUG: wins 0/7 categories
Rotterdam University of Applied Sciences - HRO: wins 2/7 categories
Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam - VU Amsterdam: wins 0/7 categories
Codarts Rotterdam: wins 0/7 categories
Netherlands Maritime University: wins 3/7 categories
Zadkine: wins 0/7 categories
Comparing
Rotterdam, The Netherlands
4.30
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108 reviews
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Best programme: Applied Psychology
Groningen, The Netherlands
3.90
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101 reviews
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Best programme: Communication and Information Sciences
Best programme: Bachelor of International Studies
Best programme: B.Sc. in Psychology
Rotterdam, The Netherlands
3.00
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1 reviews
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Rotterdam, The Netherlands
4.00
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1 reviews
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Best programme: School of Engineering/Technology
Rotterdam, The Netherlands
3.00
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Category ratings
Facilities
4.36
4.12
4.71
Win
3.77
3.00
4.00
3.00
Location
4.42
4.03
4.71
Win
3.92
4.00
4.00
4.00
Professors
4.26
Win
3.82
4.14
4.13
2.00
4.00
4.00
Internationality
4.58
Win
4.28
4.57
4.27
2.00
3.00
2.00
Student life
4.34
4.19
4.29
3.98
3.00
5.00
Win
2.00
Value
4.28
3.98
4.43
4.19
3.00
5.00
Win
2.00
Accommodation
3.33
2.88
3.40
3.13
3.00
4.00
Win
1.00
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • +Diverse and international student body and faculty
  • +Strong academic programs with practical application and individual respect
  • +Supportive and inclusive campus environment with excellent facilities
  • +High-quality, innovative education and renowned faculty
  • +Excellent facilities and resources
  • +International atmosphere and self-development opportunities
  • +Real-world learning, hands-on projects, and industry focus
  • +International environment and diverse student body
  • +Program flexibility and personalized learning paths
  • +Strong theory-practice balance and real-world application
  • +High-quality, challenging, and expert-led education
  • +Diverse community and international opportunities

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  • +Inspiring and supportive learning environment
  • +Strong sense of community and belonging

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Cons
  • -Administrative and management issues, including lack of support for housing.
  • -Poor faculty engagement and academic integrity concerns.
  • -Excessive self-study requirements, not meeting program expectations.
  • -Lack of academic and administrative support, with uncaring professors and high failure rates.
  • -Negative and exclusionary cultural environment, including racism, bullying, and stereotypes.
  • -Poor communication and confusing academic processes that do not accommodate students.
  • -Administrative and management issues are frequently cited.
  • -Outdated facilities and resources are a common complaint.
  • -Course content is often perceived as irrelevant or poorly structured.
  • -Administrative and management issues are a recurring problem.
  • -Facilities are frequently described as outdated and in poor condition.
  • -Communication and course organization are often cited as lacking.

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  • -Administrative and management issues
  • -Outdated facilities
  • -Lack of resources and support

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Rating summary
What students say

This university receives particularly strong acclaim for its **Internationality**, with a near-perfect score. **Location** and **Facilities** also rank highly, indicating a well-regarded campus and surroundings. Conversely, **Accomodation** stands out as the weakest area, scoring significantly lower than other aspects. Ratings for **Professors**, **Student Life**, and **Value** are generally positive and consistent, reflecting a solid overall experience.

This institution garners excellent marks in several key areas. Internationality stands out as its strongest point, with a very high rating. Student life and facilities also receive strong scores, reflecting positive campus experiences. However, accommodation emerges as a significant weakness, with a notably lower rating compared to other aspects. Professors and value are rated competently, while location is also a solid performer.

Campus amenities and its geographical setting stand out with the highest scores. Conversely, accommodation received the lowest rating. Other areas, including professors, student life, internationality, and value, all scored well above average, indicating a generally positive university experience.

This institution received its highest marks for Internationality, closely followed by Value and Professors. Student Life also scored well. Conversely, Accomodation emerged as the weakest area, with Facilities also rating lower than other aspects. Location sits in the mid-range of these assessments.

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This university garners strong scores across several key areas. Student life and overall value are particularly notable, both receiving perfect ratings. Facilities, professors, location, and accommodation all score highly at 4 out of 5. Its weakest area is internationality, which received a rating of 3.

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Reviews summary
Highlights

Over 98% of reviews are positive, praising multicultural aspects, varied courses, and solid programs. A small percentage mention issues with course structure and student support.

~74% of reviews are positive, praising high-quality faculty, state-of-the-art facilities, and innovative teaching. ~12% of reviews express concerns about lack of support and difficult academics.

All 7 reviews are positive, with an average rating of 4.57/5. Students highlight hands-on learning, real-world experience, and international environments. Some wish for more structured courses or specific technical knowledge.

~88% of reviews are highly positive, praising the quality of education, practical application, and international environment. No negative feedback was received.

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The sole review is positive, rating the university 4/5 stars. This single feedback source indicates a good university experience, recommending it for students seeking a dedicated study environment.

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Rating distribution
5★
40%
35%
57%
38%
0%
0%
0%
4★
51%
37%
43%
50%
0%
100%
0%
3★
7%
17%
0%
12%
100%
0%
100%
2★
2%
6%
0%
0%
0%
0%
0%
1★
0%
6%
0%
0%
0%
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Most useful review
Most liked
International University with flair

The campus is quite large, but not too large. The staff and students are very international, I feel like the education is at a very high level and it's an enjoyable place to be with many of the buildings being modern with a lot of light. I'm in a smaller class with 30 persons and I think it really is a great University to do a Master's at.

Awful school

Not to use harsh words but Dutch culture is extremely toxic towards people who do not resemble their look and do not conform to their culture The school is extremely arrogant and disrespectful to people and caused me severe mental health stress and social isolation I believe such school is never place for exchanging knowledge or anything in fact the school bullying, and stereotypes towards autism on top of their staggering level of racism is insane. If you complaint about the racism of the people there, they will never take you seriously or initiate investigations One of the most regretful incidents of my life has been chosen to come to this school and that I regret very much If you’re of East Asian background, unless you have very good resistance to Dutch people’s “jokes” and passive aggression, I will almost certainly hope you never attend this school. Student Number s5884284

Designing My Own Study Path

Studying International Business we moved to a new building in my third year of University. The new building is amazing and has an encouraging atmosphere. I am constantly surrounded by different cultures and encouraged to meet new people. I was able to design my own learning path, choose topics I was interested in, and study abroad. The course could be a little more structured and I think the university could work on its communication sometimes, but overall I am really satisfied with my decision.

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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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