{"id":84231,"date":"2026-09-22T10:50:53","date_gmt":"2026-09-22T10:50:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/blog\/?p=84231"},"modified":"2026-09-22T10:51:37","modified_gmt":"2026-09-22T10:51:37","slug":"gre-accepted-universities-in-netherlands","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/blog\/gre-accepted-universities-in-netherlands\/","title":{"rendered":"GRE Accepted Universities in Netherlands: 2027-28 Guide for Indian Students"},"content":{"rendered":"<span class=\"rt-reading-time\" style=\"display: block;\"><span class=\"rt-label rt-prefix\"><\/span> <span class=\"rt-time\">10<\/span> <span class=\"rt-label rt-postfix\">min read<\/span><\/span>\n<div class=\"quick-read-box\">\n\n  <div class=\"qr-header\">\n    <span style=\"font-size:18px;\">\u26a1<\/span>\n    <h3 class=\"qr-title\">Quick Read<\/h3>\n  <\/div>\n\n  <ul>\n<li>Amsterdam&#8217;s Economics school requires GRE Quant score of 155.<\/li>\n<li>Groningen dropped GRE\/GMAT rules for most master&#8217;s programs in 2025.<\/li>\n<li>Tilburg&#8217;s Research Master needs GRE Quant score above 164.<\/li>\n<li>Maastricht requires GRE Verbal 144, Quant 144, AW 3.0.<\/li>\n<li>Indian students pay Rs.22,000 per GRE General Test attempt.<\/li>\n<li>GRE test centers are available across major Indian cities.<\/li>\n  <\/ul>\n\n  <div class=\"qr-footer\">\n    \ud83d\udc49 Best for: Indian students deciding whether GRE is worth taking for a 2027-28 Netherlands application\n  <\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_68_1 ez-toc-wrap-left counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Content<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span 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class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/blog\/gre-accepted-universities-in-netherlands\/#Is_GRE_Required_for_Every_University_in_Netherlands\" title=\"Is GRE Required for Every University in Netherlands?\">Is GRE Required for Every University in Netherlands?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/blog\/gre-accepted-universities-in-netherlands\/#GRE_Accepted_Universities_in_Netherlands_Program-Level_Comparison_Table\" title=\"GRE Accepted Universities in Netherlands: Program-Level Comparison Table\">GRE Accepted Universities in Netherlands: Program-Level Comparison Table<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/blog\/gre-accepted-universities-in-netherlands\/#Universities_That_Recently_Dropped_the_GRE_Requirement\" title=\"Universities That Recently Dropped the GRE Requirement\">Universities That Recently Dropped the GRE Requirement<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/blog\/gre-accepted-universities-in-netherlands\/#GRE_vs_GMAT_for_Dutch_Masters_Programs_Which_Should_You_Take\" title=\"GRE vs GMAT for Dutch Master&#8217;s Programs: Which Should You Take?\">GRE vs GMAT for Dutch Master&#8217;s Programs: Which Should You Take?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/blog\/gre-accepted-universities-in-netherlands\/#Can_You_Apply_to_Netherlands_Universities_Without_a_GRE_Score\" title=\"Can You Apply to Netherlands Universities Without a GRE Score?\">Can You Apply to Netherlands Universities Without a GRE Score?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link 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href=\"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/blog\/gre-accepted-universities-in-netherlands\/#Cost_of_Taking_the_GRE_for_a_Netherlands_Application\" title=\"Cost of Taking the GRE for a Netherlands Application\">Cost of Taking the GRE for a Netherlands Application<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/blog\/gre-accepted-universities-in-netherlands\/#What_to_Do_If_Your_GRE_Score_Falls_Below_the_Cutoff\" title=\"What to Do If Your GRE Score Falls Below the Cutoff\">What to Do If Your GRE Score Falls Below the Cutoff<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/blog\/gre-accepted-universities-in-netherlands\/#Does_GRE_Affect_Your_Netherlands_Scholarship_Chances\" title=\"Does GRE Affect Your Netherlands Scholarship Chances?\">Does GRE Affect Your Netherlands Scholarship Chances?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/blog\/gre-accepted-universities-in-netherlands\/#3_Takeaways_on_GRE_Accepted_Universities_in_Netherlands\" title=\"3 Takeaways on GRE Accepted Universities in Netherlands\">3 Takeaways on GRE Accepted Universities in Netherlands<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/blog\/gre-accepted-universities-in-netherlands\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions_About_GRE_Accepted_Universities_in_Netherlands\" title=\"Frequently Asked Questions About GRE Accepted Universities in Netherlands\">Frequently Asked Questions About GRE Accepted Universities in Netherlands<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_GRE_Required_for_Every_University_in_Netherlands\"><\/span><strong>Is GRE Required for Every University in Netherlands?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>No. There is no single <strong>Netherlands GRE policy<\/strong>. Every Dutch university, and often every faculty within it, sets its own rules. Some programs treat GRE as compulsory, some treat it as one of several acceptable tests alongside GMAT, and a growing number have dropped it altogether. Aggregator lists that describe &#8220;GRE accepted universities in Netherlands&#8221; as one uniform group are outdated. Your actual answer depends on the specific program you&#8217;re targeting for the 2027-28 intake, not the country as a whole.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This matters more for a 2027-28 application because at least one major shift has already happened since most existing GRE-Netherlands guides were written, and it directly changes which schools belong on your shortlist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong><em>Counselor insight:<\/em><\/strong><em> Students frequently ask us to confirm &#8220;the GRE cutoff for the Netherlands.&#8221; There isn&#8217;t one. We check each program&#8217;s admissions page individually, because a Rs.22,000 test fee and months of prep aren&#8217;t worth spending on a requirement that may not even apply to your target course.<\/em><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Also read: <\/em><\/strong><em><u><a href=\"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/blog\/study-in-netherlands-cost-universities\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">study in the Netherlands<\/a><\/u><\/em><em> for the full picture on costs and visas before you lock in your university list.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"GRE_Accepted_Universities_in_Netherlands_Program-Level_Comparison_Table\"><\/span><strong>GRE Accepted Universities in Netherlands: Program-Level Comparison Table<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table class=\"has-palette-color-5-background-color has-background\"><thead><tr><th><strong>University<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Program \/ Faculty<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>GRE Status<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Minimum Score<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Institution Code<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.uva.nl\/en\/education\/admissions\/bachelors\/entry-requirements-for-international-qualifications.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">University of Amsterdam<\/a><\/td><td>Amsterdam School of Economics (MSc Economics)<\/td><td>Required for international applicants<\/td><td>155 overall, 158 Quant preferred<\/td><td>7878<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.uva.nl\/shared-content\/programmas\/en\/research-masters\/communication-science\/communication-science-research-msc.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">University of Amsterdam<\/a><\/td><td>Communication Science (Research Master and regular Master&#8217;s)<\/td><td>Required for non-EU\/EEA Bachelor&#8217;s holders<\/td><td>Not separately published; assessed with academic file<\/td><td>Program-specific, confirm on application<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.tilburguniversity.edu\/education\/masters-programmes\/research-master-economics\/faq\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Tilburg University<\/a><\/td><td>Research Master in Economics (TiSEM)<\/td><td>Compulsory<\/td><td>Quant 164+<\/td><td>0730<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.maastrichtuniversity.nl\/additional-requirement-masters-fhml-gre-test\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Maastricht University<\/a><\/td><td>Faculty of Health, Medicine and Life Sciences (select Master&#8217;s)<\/td><td>Required for flagged programs<\/td><td>Verbal 144, Quant 144, AW 3.0<\/td><td>7102<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/rug.nl\/feb\/education\/admission-application\/gmat_gre-requirement\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">University of Groningen<\/a><\/td><td>Faculty of Economics and Business, regular Master&#8217;s<\/td><td><strong>Dropped from September 2025 intake onward<\/strong><\/td><td>Not applicable<\/td><td>Not applicable<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/rug.nl\/feb\/education\/admission-application\/gmat_gre-requirement\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">University of Groningen<\/a><\/td><td>Research Master in Economics and Business<\/td><td>Still required<\/td><td>Assessed via GMAT-equivalent conversion<\/td><td>7191<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong><em>Source:<\/em><\/strong><em> University of Amsterdam ASE admissions page; Tilburg University Research Master FAQ; Maastricht University FHML GRE requirement page; University of Groningen FEB GMAT\/GRE requirement page.<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>This list isn&#8217;t exhaustive. It covers the programs where we could confirm current GRE status directly from the university&#8217;s own admissions page. If your target program isn&#8217;t listed here, check its specific application page. <strong>GRE waivers<\/strong>, exemptions for partner-university degree holders, and program-level exceptions are common enough that a country-level answer will mislead you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Also read: <\/em><\/strong><em><u><a href=\"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/blog\/best-universities-in-netherlands-for-masters\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">best universities in the Netherlands for master&#8217;s<\/a><\/u> for a fuller ranking picture beyond GRE-specific programs.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Universities_That_Recently_Dropped_the_GRE_Requirement\"><\/span><strong>Universities That Recently Dropped the GRE Requirement<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>This change is the single biggest update that most existing GRE-Netherlands content hasn&#8217;t caught. The University of Groningen&#8217;s Faculty of Economics and Business officially removed the GMAT\/GRE requirement for its regular Master&#8217;s programs starting with the September 2025 intake. If you were prepping for the GRE specifically because you saw Groningen on an old &#8220;GRE accepted universities&#8221; list, you may no longer need it for that program.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The requirement still applies to Groningen&#8217;s Research Master in Economics and Business, where GMAT or GRE scores are converted to an equivalent GMAT benchmark for the admissions decision.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong><em>Counselor insight:<\/em><\/strong><em> We&#8217;ve had students who took the GRE purely because a 2022-dated blog listed Groningen as requiring it. Always check the university&#8217;s current admissions page for your exact intake year before you register for the test. Policies like this change without much notice outside the university&#8217;s own site.<\/em><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"GRE_vs_GMAT_for_Dutch_Masters_Programs_Which_Should_You_Take\"><\/span><strong>GRE vs GMAT for Dutch Master&#8217;s Programs: Which Should You Take?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>For business, finance, and analytics programs in the <strong>Netherlands<\/strong>, GRE and GMAT are frequently treated as interchangeable. Universities evaluate both as measures of quantitative and analytical readiness, so the choice typically depends on your strengths and how much prep time you have left before your 2027-28 application deadlines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>If you&#8217;re stronger at data interpretation and structured business scenarios, the GMAT format may suit you better.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If your target programs span disciplines outside business (economics, data science, psychology, public policy), GRE is the safer single test since GMAT isn&#8217;t accepted as widely outside business schools.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If you&#8217;re applying to multiple countries beyond the Netherlands, check our <a href=\"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/blog\/gre-accepted-universities-in-usa-required-for-masters\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">GRE accepted universities in USA<\/a> guide since GRE has broader acceptance across US programs too.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Still confused about your test choice? See <u><a href=\"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/blog\/gre-vs-ielts-difference-and-which-is-better\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">GRE vs IELTS: difference and which is better<\/a><\/u> for the language-test side of this decision.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_You_Apply_to_Netherlands_Universities_Without_a_GRE_Score\"><\/span><strong>Can You Apply to Netherlands Universities Without a GRE Score?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes, an increasing number of programs are waiving the GRE requirement. Three situations commonly waive the GRE requirement:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Groningen&#8217;s policy change<\/strong>: as covered above, most regular FEB Master&#8217;s no longer need it.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Partner-university exemptions<\/strong>: some Dutch programs exempt applicants with degrees from specific partner institutions abroad, though these lists are program-specific and not published in a single central directory.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Programs outside economics and quantitative business<\/strong>: many humanities, social science, and applied science Master&#8217;s in the Netherlands never required GRE in the first place. It&#8217;s largely concentrated in economics, finance, and select health-science tracks.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>If your specific program doesn&#8217;t require a strong GRE score, don&#8217;t take the test just to &#8220;look competitive.&#8221; A well-documented academic record and a focused Statement of Purpose are more important than a GRE, which isn&#8217;t part of the evaluation criteria.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Also read: <\/em><\/strong><em><u><a href=\"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/blog\/ms-in-netherlands-universities-cost-and-requirements\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">MS in the Netherlands: cost and requirements<\/a><\/u><\/em><em> for a full non-GRE requirements breakdown.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Documents_and_Score_Requirements_Checklist_for_GRE-Based_Applications\"><\/span><strong>Documents and Score Requirements Checklist for GRE-Based Applications<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table class=\"has-palette-color-5-background-color has-background\"><thead><tr><th><strong>Requirement<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Detail<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>India-Specific Note<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>GRE score report<\/td><td>Sent electronically via ETS ScoreSelect<\/td><td>Use the university&#8217;s institution code at registration; India test centers are available in most metro cities<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Score validity<\/td><td>GRE scores stay valid for 5 years from the test date<\/td><td>Plan around your Bachelor&#8217;s graduation timeline, not just the application deadline<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Test format<\/td><td>At-home and test-center options both accepted at most Dutch universities<\/td><td>At-home slots fill up faster during India&#8217;s peak GRE season (August to December)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/questions\/what-is-an-academic-transcript-and-how-do-i-get-one-from-my-indian-university\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Academic transcripts<\/a><\/td><td>Consolidated marksheets and provisional certificate<\/td><td>Indian universities can take 6-8 weeks to issue provisional certificates; request early<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/questions\/will-i-be-able-to-pass-the-english-proficiency-exam-given-my-concerns-about-language-skills\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">English proficiency proof<\/a><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/exams\/ielts\/preparation-online\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">IELTS <\/a>or <a href=\"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/exams\/toefl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">TOEFL<\/a>, separate from GRE<\/td><td>GRE does not substitute for an English proficiency test at Dutch universities<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Motivation letter \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/statement-of-purpose\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">SOP<\/a><\/td><td>Typically 300-500 words<\/td><td>Should directly address why GRE-required programs specifically suit your profile<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong><em>Counselor insight:<\/em><\/strong><em> The most common delay we see isn&#8217;t the GRE itself; it&#8217;s the provisional certificate from the home university. Indian students often assume this is a same-week request. Start it the moment your final semester results are declared, not after.<\/em><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Also read: <\/em><\/strong><em><u><a href=\"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/blog\/apply-for-gre-exam-now-easy-steps-to-register\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">how to apply for the GRE exam<\/a><\/u><\/em><em> for the registration steps if you&#8217;ve confirmed your target program needs it.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Decision_Framework_Should_You_Take_the_GRE_for_Your_2027-28_Netherlands_Application\"><\/span><strong>Decision Framework: Should You Take the GRE for Your 2027-28 Netherlands Application?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>If you are a final-year student with a strong CGPA (8.5+ on a 10-point scale) applying to programs like Groningen&#8217;s regular FEB Master&#8217;s or a non-quantitative humanities track, you likely don&#8217;t need the GRE at all. Skip it, and put that prep time into a stronger SOP and a well-documented academic file instead.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If you are targeting the University of Amsterdam&#8217;s Economics programs or Tilburg&#8217;s Research Master with an average undergraduate GPA (around 7.0 to 7.5), the GRE becomes a compensating factor. A Quant score above 158 for UvA or above 164 for Tilburg&#8217;s Research Master genuinely strengthens a middling GPA profile. Budget at least 8-10 weeks of focused Quant prep before your test date.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If you are choosing between a Dutch business school and a US or Canadian program in the same field, and you already have a GMAT score from a prior application cycle, check whether your Dutch target accepts GMAT as a GRE substitute before spending another Rs.22,000 and two months on a second test. Most business-oriented Dutch Master&#8217;s treat the two as equivalent.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cost_of_Taking_the_GRE_for_a_Netherlands_Application\"><\/span><strong>Cost of Taking the GRE for a Netherlands Application<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table class=\"has-palette-color-5-background-color has-background\"><thead><tr><th><strong>Item<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Cost (INR)<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Cost (USD)<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>GRE General Test (India)<\/td><td>Rs.22,000<\/td><td>$220<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Rescheduling fee<\/td><td>Rs.5,000<\/td><td>$55<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Additional score report (beyond the free 4)<\/td><td>Rs.2,900<\/td><td>$30<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Netherlands student visa (MVV + residence permit)<\/td><td>Approx. Rs.20,700-22,300<\/td><td>Approx. \u20ac207-224<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Exchange rate used: <\/em><\/strong><em>Rs.99.5 per Euro and Rs.88 per US Dollar. Verify the current rate and the exact GRE fee before finalizing your budget, since ETS has already confirmed a fee increase to $249 USD effective August 1, 2026, which may change India pricing for the 2027-28 application cycle.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_to_Do_If_Your_GRE_Score_Falls_Below_the_Cutoff\"><\/span><strong>What to Do If Your GRE Score Falls Below the Cutoff<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A below-cutoff score doesn&#8217;t automatically end your application, but it does change your strategy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Retake timeline<\/strong>: ETS allows a retake after 21 days and up to five times in any 12-month rolling period. If your deadline is more than 6-8 weeks away, a retake is still a realistic option.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Compensate elsewhere<\/strong>: A strong academic transcript, relevant coursework, and a tightly written SOP can offset a Quant score that&#8217;s a few points under the published minimum, especially at universities that review applications holistically rather than applying a hard cutoff.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Consider a GRE-optional program<\/strong>: given how many Dutch programs (including Groningen&#8217;s regular Master&#8217;s, as covered above) no longer need GRE at all, a below-cutoff score at one university doesn&#8217;t have to mean losing the Netherlands as a destination. It may mean shifting your shortlist.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Also read the <\/em><\/strong><em><u><a href=\"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/blog\/netherlands-student-visa\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Netherlands student visa guide<\/a><\/u><\/em><em> once your admission is confirmed and you&#8217;re ready to move to the next step.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Does_GRE_Affect_Your_Netherlands_Scholarship_Chances\"><\/span><strong>Does GRE Affect Your Netherlands Scholarship Chances?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>At some Dutch universities, GRE performance factors into merit-based scholarship decisions, separately from the base admission requirement. Where this condition applies, it&#8217;s typically framed as a percentile threshold within the Quant section rather than a fixed score, and it&#8217;s assessed alongside your academic record rather than in isolation. Because these criteria vary by scholarship cycle and aren&#8217;t always published a year in advance, confirm the exact requirement on the specific scholarship&#8217;s page before assuming a GRE score will or won&#8217;t help your funding chances.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Also read about <\/em><\/strong><em><u><a href=\"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/blog\/scholarships-in-netherlands-for-indian-students\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">scholarships in the Netherlands for Indian students<\/a><\/u><\/em><em> and <\/em><em><u><a href=\"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/blog\/scholarship-for-gre-minimum-score-eligibility\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">GRE scholarships for Indian students<\/a><\/u><\/em><em> to get the full picture on the scholarship side.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Takeaways_on_GRE_Accepted_Universities_in_Netherlands\"><\/span><strong>3 Takeaways on GRE Accepted Universities in Netherlands<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol>\n<li>Check GRE requirements at the program level for your 2027-28 target, not the country level. There is no single Netherlands-wide GRE rule.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Groningen dropped GRE\/GMAT for most regular Master&#8217;s from September 2025 onward. If that&#8217;s why you were prepping, confirm before continuing.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Where GRE is required, GMAT is usually an accepted alternative for business-oriented programs, so a prior GMAT score can save you a second test.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Verified by: <\/em><\/strong><em>LeapScholar&#8217;s Europe counseling team, with hands-on experience guiding Indian students through Netherlands admissions and visa processes.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Have questions about GRE Accepted Universities in Netherlands? <u><a href=\"https:\/\/leapscholar.com\/webflow_progressive_form\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Book a free session with a LeapScholar counselor.<\/a><\/u><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions_About_GRE_Accepted_Universities_in_Netherlands\"><\/span><strong>Frequently Asked Questions About GRE Accepted Universities in Netherlands<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div id=\"rank-math-faq\" class=\"rank-math-block\">\n<ul class=\"rank-math-list \">\n<li id=\"faq-question-1790072538620\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h5 class=\"rank-math-question \">What are GRE Accepted Universities in Netherlands for Indian students?<\/h5>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>The University of Amsterdam&#8217;s Amsterdam School of Economics, Tilburg University&#8217;s Research Master in Economics, Maastricht University&#8217;s Faculty of Health, Medicine and Life Sciences for select programs, and Groningen&#8217;s Research Master in Economics and Business all currently require or accept GRE scores. Requirements are set at the program level, so always confirm on the specific course page rather than assuming a university-wide policy.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"faq-question-1790072551337\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h5 class=\"rank-math-question \">Is GRE compulsory for a master&#8217;s in the Netherlands?<\/h5>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>It depends entirely on the program. Economics, econometrics, and select business analytics Master&#8217;s are the most likely to require it, while most humanities, arts, and many applied science programs never asked for GRE scores. Groningen&#8217;s regular Master&#8217;s programs dropped the requirement entirely from the September 2025 intake.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"faq-question-1790072563678\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h5 class=\"rank-math-question \">What GRE score do I need for the University of Amsterdam?<\/h5>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>The Amsterdam School of Economics states a minimum GRE score of 155 overall, with 158 preferred in the Quantitative Reasoning section, for its Economics programs. Other UvA faculties, like Communication Science, require GRE from non-EU\/EEA Bachelor&#8217;s holders without publishing a separate numeric cutoff.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"faq-question-1790072576157\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h5 class=\"rank-math-question \">Has any Dutch university stopped requiring GRE?<\/h5>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>The University of Groningen&#8217;s Faculty of Economics and Business removed the GMAT\/GRE requirement for regular Master&#8217;s programs starting with the September 2025 intake, keeping it only for the Research Master in Economics and Business. Most existing GRE-Netherlands content still hasn&#8217;t reflected this change.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"faq-question-1790072589775\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h5 class=\"rank-math-question \">Can I use GMAT instead of GRE for Dutch business schools?<\/h5>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Most business-oriented Dutch Master&#8217;s programs treat GMAT and GRE as interchangeable, since both measure similar quantitative and analytical skills. If you already hold a GMAT score from another application cycle, check the specific program&#8217;s admissions page before spending time and money on a second test.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"faq-question-1790072600917\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h5 class=\"rank-math-question \">How old can my GRE score be for a Netherlands application?<\/h5>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>GRE scores are valid for five years from the test date. For a 2027-28 intake, a GRE taken any time from 2023 onward would still fall within that window, though Tilburg&#8217;s Research Master specifically requires a score no older than 2 years at the time of application.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"faq-question-1790072612678\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h5 class=\"rank-math-question \">What if my GRE score is below the university&#8217;s cutoff?<\/h5>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>A below-cutoff score doesn&#8217;t automatically disqualify you. You can retake the test after 21 days if your deadline allows, strengthen your application with a focused SOP and academic record, or shift your shortlist toward programs, including several at Groningen, that no longer require GRE at all.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"faq-question-1790072625661\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h5 class=\"rank-math-question \">Do Dutch universities accept the GRE at-home test?<\/h5>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>At-home GRE scores are treated the same as test-center scores at the universities covered in this guide. Book early if you&#8217;re targeting the at-home format, since slots fill up quickly during India&#8217;s peak GRE season between August and December.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"faq-question-1790072635730\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h5 class=\"rank-math-question \">Does a good GRE score improve my Netherlands scholarship chances?<\/h5>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>At some universities, yes, GRE performance can factor into merit-based scholarship evaluations alongside your academic record, though this rule isn&#8217;t universal and criteria vary by scholarship cycle. Confirm the specific scholarship&#8217;s current requirements rather than assuming a strong GRE score guarantees funding.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p><span class=\"rt-reading-time\" style=\"display: block;\"><span class=\"rt-label rt-prefix\"><\/span> <span class=\"rt-time\">10<\/span> <span class=\"rt-label rt-postfix\">min read<\/span><\/span> \u26a1 Quick Read Amsterdam&#8217;s Economics school requires GRE Quant score of 155. Groningen dropped GRE\/GMAT rules for most master&#8217;s programs in 2025. Tilburg&#8217;s Research Master needs GRE Quant score above 164. Maastricht requires GRE Verbal 144, Quant 144, AW 3.0. Indian students pay Rs.22,000 per GRE General Test attempt. 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