Career counselling
Get expert advice to identify your strengths and choose the right career path.
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Get expert advice to identify your strengths and choose the right career path.
Receive personalized recommendations on courses that best fit your goals.
Guidance to find and apply for scholarships that ease your financial burden.
Step-by-step help with applications, documents, and meeting university requirements.
Support in understanding and securing the best loan options for your studies.
Assistance in navigating the visa process, from documentation to interviews.
Requirements include relevant degree, English proficiency (IELTS 6.5+ or TOEFL 90+), transcripts, motivation letter, CV, and academic equivalency certificate. Some programs require entrance exams.
You must show €8,870 minimum for living expenses plus proof of tuition payment. Total approximately €10,000-€13,000 for first year depending on program.
Yes! Students can work up to 20 hours weekly during semester with student work permit. Full-time during official holidays. Minimum wage approximately €10-€12/hour.
Academic year starts September/October with main intake. Some programs offer February intake. Application deadlines vary but typically March-May for September start.
Graduates can extend residence permit up to 12 months to search for employment. Must apply before student visa expires. Work permit required once employment secured.
Processing typically 8-12 weeks from complete application submission. Apply through Belgian embassy/consulate. Start process at least 3-4 months before course start.
Yes! VLIR-UOS scholarships, Erasmus+ programs, and university-specific awards available. Belgian Development Cooperation offers full scholarships for master's and PhD programs
Brussels most expensive (€900-€1,200/month). Antwerp similar. Ghent, Leuven, Liège more affordable (€700-€900/month). Student cities offer good amenities and culture.
No! Many programs taught entirely in English. However, learning basic Dutch or French helps with daily life. Language courses often available at universities.
After 5 years continuous legal residence, eligible for permanent residence permit. Post-study work permit leads to employment-based residence. Belgium values international graduates.