University of Groningen - RUG vs Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam - VU Amsterdam vs Hotelschool The Hague vs Leiden University vs TSM Business School

Side-by-side comparison from 234 verified student reviews. Scan one row at a time — winners are highlighted

Quick verdict
Higher overall rating: Hotelschool The Hague (5.00)
University of Groningen - RUG: wins 0/7 categories
Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam - VU Amsterdam: wins 0/7 categories
Hotelschool The Hague: wins 2/7 categories
Leiden University: wins 0/7 categories
TSM Business School: wins 0/7 categories
Webster University Leiden: wins 5/7 categories
The BD School: wins 0/7 categories
Comparing
Groningen, The Netherlands
3.90
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99 reviews
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Best programme: Communication and Information Sciences
Best programme: B.Sc. in Psychology
The Hague, The Netherlands
5.00
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2 reviews
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Best programme: Business Administration
Leiden, The Netherlands
4.10
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77 reviews
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Best programme: Liberal Arts
Enschede, The Netherlands
Not rated
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0 reviews
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Leiden, The Netherlands
4.80
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5 reviews
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Best programme: International Relations
Rotterdam, The Netherlands
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Category ratings
Facilities
4.15
3.74
5.00
Win
4.17
Not rated
4.75
Not rated
Location
4.06
3.96
4.00
4.51
Not rated
5.00
Win
Not rated
Professors
3.83
4.13
4.00
3.97
Not rated
4.80
Win
Not rated
Internationality
4.27
4.26
4.50
4.07
Not rated
4.80
Win
Not rated
Student life
4.21
3.98
4.50
Win
4.14
Not rated
3.60
Not rated
Value
4.01
4.19
4.50
4.00
Not rated
4.80
Win
Not rated
Accommodation
2.88
3.11
4.00
3.44
Not rated
4.80
Win
Not rated
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • +High-quality faculty and innovative, interdisciplinary teaching
  • +World-class, relevant programs and state-of-the-art facilities
  • +International atmosphere and opportunities for self-development
  • +Balanced theory/practice with real-world application
  • +Diverse and international student community and faculty
  • +High-quality, challenging education with expert guest lectures
  • +Strong hospitality and business programs
  • +Opportunities for personal and professional development
  • +Diverse and inclusive community
  • +Exceptional academic quality and renowned professors
  • +Supportive and friendly student community
  • +Comprehensive programs and student support services

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  • +Dedicated and knowledgeable lecturers with ample time for students.
  • +Comfortable and accessible accommodation close to campus.
  • +Excellent career prospects and strong business programs.

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Cons
  • -Lack of support and care for academic progression
  • -Arrogance, disrespect, and discrimination
  • -Confusion and inflexibility in academic processes
  • -Administrative and management issues cause significant frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities and equipment are a common complaint.
  • -Poor communication and lack of support negatively impact the student experience.
  • -Administrative and management issues create frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities and resources hinder learning.
  • -Ineffective teaching and curriculum lead to dissatisfaction.
  • -Administrative and communication issues are prevalent.
  • -Educational quality and professor engagement are lacking.
  • -Perceived lack of equal opportunity and support for diverse student needs.

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  • -Administrative and management issues are a recurring problem.
  • -Outdated facilities and lack of modern resources are frequently mentioned.
  • -Inconsistent teaching quality and a lack of academic support are significant concerns.

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Rating summary
What students say

This university garners strong approval in several key aspects, particularly excelling in Internationality with a rating of 4.27. Student Life and Facilities also received high marks, both exceeding 4.20. Conversely, Accomodation stands out as the weakest area, scoring significantly lower at 2.88. Other areas like Professors, Location, and Value are rated moderately well, generally falling between 3.83 and 4.05.

This institution shows a strong performance in key areas, with Internationality (4.26) and Value (4.19) receiving the highest marks. Professors (4.13) also earned a notably positive rating. Student Life (3.98) and Location (3.96) are also well-regarded. The weakest area, however, is Accomodation, which received a considerably lower score of 3.11.

This institution demonstrates exceptional strength in its facilities, earning a perfect score. Student life, internationality, and value are also highly regarded, all receiving a commendable 4.5 rating. Professors, location, and accommodation are solid performers, each scoring a respectable 4. The strongest areas are clearly facilities, with student life and value also standing out as key strengths.

This university garners excellent scores across most aspects, with location being its standout strength. Facilities, student life, and internationality also receive very positive feedback. The value proposition is rated a solid 4. Conversely, accommodation presents the weakest area, with a noticeably lower score compared to other metrics. Professors' ratings are also respectable, though slightly lower than the overall average.

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This institution garners exceptional scores in several key areas. Its location is rated a perfect 5, with facilities, professors, accommodation, and internationality all achieving a near-perfect 4.8. Value is also highly regarded at 4.8. The student life rating of 3.6 is the lowest, indicating room for improvement in this particular aspect.

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Reviews summary
Highlights

Around 74% of reviews are positive, highlighting high-quality faculty, state-of-the-art facilities, and excellent academic programs. A smaller ~11% of feedback expresses concerns about teaching support and student well-being.

~93% of 51 reviews are positive, highlighting good theory-practice balance, knowledgeable lecturers, and program flexibility. No negative feedback was recorded.

With an average rating of 5/5 from 2 reviews, this university receives overwhelmingly positive feedback (~100%). Students highlight excellent personal and professional development opportunities, a strong sense of community, and valuable industry insights.

With ~82% of 78 reviews being positive, students praise high-quality learning, renowned professors, and comprehensive programs. A small percentage (~3.9%) express dissatisfaction with bureaucracy and teaching quality.

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With a 4.8/5 average, students praise small class sizes, dedicated lecturers, and comfortable accommodation. Limited extracurricular activities and program variety are minor concerns.

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Rating distribution
5★
35%
39%
100%
30%
0%
80%
0%
4★
36%
49%
0%
55%
0%
20%
0%
3★
17%
12%
0%
13%
0%
0%
0%
2★
5%
0%
0%
1%
0%
0%
0%
1★
6%
0%
0%
3%
0%
0%
0%
Most useful review
Most liked
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

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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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Terrible Faculty. Not all voices are heard or seen

This faculty in particular only serves the interest of the upper middle class and the rich. It screams DEI and inclusivity, but the message remains hollow, especially since most of these groups include individuals, who have said xenophobic and other discriminatory things about other students and staff in the past. DEI should celebrate all different diversities and not just a single issue one. There is an extrem lack of equal opportunities its always just opportunities for the same old people. How can the same person hold 3-4 positions in the faculty, and yet call the faculty a heaven of "equal opportunities"? To no surprise its just the already wealthy who get every opportunity. They eve created a grassroots funding system where the same old rich students, received yet another opportunity.... Its so cool that you give already rich students more money, instead of addressing structural issues within the faculty. And the worst thing is you leave traces of evidence everywhere, you even suck at false advertising. Theres a lot of hypocrisy in leiden and many students of vulnerable backgrounds are being ignored, slandered and even held back career wise. Yet the perpetrators can still remain in the drivers seat. The perpetrators are both students and staff. The administration/study advisors is terrible and quite frankly useless since everything has just become automated emails, there are no mentors and supervisors only like to serve students who are wealthy. A student could die and they would not care if they are still alive. The building is pretty but it had some leaks in the past. Overall after 2 suicide attempts thanks to their constant harassment and slander. I would give this faculty less than one star. Leiden archaeology is only for the rich conservatives who had failed so hard in their own economic system, that they had to enter a public university (with no entry barriers) because they couldn't compete with people that applied to go to Oxford or Cambridge . It truly is a neoliberal university.

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Pros - Classes are small-sized which helps lecturers have enough time for students and explain concepts. - Friendly staff. - Accommodation is top notch and easily accessible. - Career prospects is excellent. - Great facilities. - Racial diversity is great. Cons - Not enough programs to choose from. - Limited payment plan/time.

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