Visa Information:

If you are an EU/EEA/Swiss student, you do not need a residence permit or MVV (entry visa) to study in the Netherlands. You need a valid passport/ID and to register with the local municipality if staying longer. Tio assumes EU‑students do not require a visa/MVV.

Non-EU students require an MVV (“authorisation for temporary stay”) and/or a residence permit for study purposes. The exact requirement depends on your country (some are exempt from MVV). Tio handles the application process (once you’ve met conditions) for the MVV &/or residence permit.

When can students apply for a visa?
After a student has been accepted by Tio, submitted all required legalised documents, and paid the package fee (for non‑EU students). Only then will Tio apply for your MVV / residence permit.

Why should you come and study with us?

Your road to success starts in the Netherlands
- International, entrepreneurial business hub with rich trading culture
- Thrive among multinationals: KPMG, Just Eat Takeaway, ING, ASML, Heineken, AkzoNobel and Philips, but also IKEA, Adidas, Airbus,
Panasonic, EMA, Bloomberg Trading, Sony
- Attractive job market for international students and professionals
- 50% of student jobs are suited for internationals
- Orientation Year Visa after graduation
- No. 1 globally in EF English Proficiency Index
- Top 10% in Global Peace Index
- No. 5 in World Happiness Index

The leading private business school in the Netherlands
- World-class education since 1969: market leader in business, hospitality, entrepreneurship and tourism
- 100% housing guarantee for international students
- Visa acceptance rate over 99%
- Focused on practical experience and building a strong network and cv
- Inclusive, multicultural and welcoming community
- Personal coaching and career guidance
- Future-proof: AI fully integrated in study programmes
- QS Stars 5-star rating on Employability, Teaching and Global Engagement
- Six campuses throughout the Netherlands of which four internationally orientated

Study opportunities:

Small-scale education: Average class size is around 11 students, allowing for personalized attention.
Hands-on learning: Students participate in real-world projects like running a hotel, organizing events, and managing investment portfolios.
Industry professionals: Courses are taught by experts actively working in their fields.

Tio helps international students with accommodation and offers support for visa/residence permits.

Dutch Language & Culture courses are included in most modules.
Students can also take additional Dutch language classes to deepen their immersion.

Scholarship possibilities for international students:

Tio Scholarships – Criteria & Application Information
Tio offers scholarships for international (non-Dutch) students. Below you will find the types of scholarships available, their criteria, required documents, and deadlines.Tio offers two main types of scholarships:

1. Tio Super Talent Scholarship
- Covers 50% of tuition fee for one academic year
- Requires outstanding study results
- High English proficiency (one of the following):
• IELTS Academic ≥ 7.0
• TOEFL iBT ≥ 95
• PTE Academic ≥ 65
• Cambridge Scale ≥ 200
• Cambridge CAE-A or higher
• CEFR level C1 or higher

2. Tio Talent Scholarship
- Covers 25% of tuition fee for one academic year
- Requires above average study results
- English proficiency (one of the following):
• IELTS Academic ≥ 6.5
• TOEFL iBT ≥ 79
• PTE Academic ≥ 58
• Cambridge Scale ≥ 190
• Cambridge CAE-B or higher
• CEFR level C1 or higher

Internships:

EU/EEA/Swiss Students can stay in the Netherlands before or after his/her studies for an internship without needing a visa or permit, because the student already has the right to reside and work freely in the Netherlands. However, you must still be registered with the municipality and have basic health insurance. For non-EU Students It depends on the timing and the students residence permit status:

During programme: The student can do an internship in the Netherlands if it is part of the study program and there is a signed internship agreement between the student, the employer, and Tio. No additional work permit is required.

After graduation: You can stay in the Netherlands for an internship only if the student applies for a new residence permit, such as the Orientation Year Permit (zoekjaar). This permit allows the student to do internships or work without a separate work permit.
Before starting the programme: The student cannot legally stay in the Netherlands for an internship unless the student obtains a separate residence permit for an internship. This is generally only possible if the internship is part of an officially recognized exchange or training program and is arranged in advance.

Application Deadline:

Students can apply for the Tio programs until the start of the semester, so till August and January.

Application requirements:

When applying for a full-degree program three documents are required:

1. Students need a high school diploma that is equivalent to a Dutch pre-university high school diploma - Fachhochschulreife, Abitur (Zeugnis der Allgemeinen Hochschulreife) with a GPA of 2.0
2. In addition, students need an English test, which proves your English proficiency is at (or exceeds) the level of CEFR: ≥ B2.
Tio accepts one of the following qualifications as proof of English proficiency: TOEFL: iBT ≥ 80 points (taken at an official examination centre), IELTS academic: ≥ 6.0 overall, PTE Pearson ≥ 61 points, or Cambridge exam: ≥ 160 points or a Cambridge First Certificate.
In the following cases, students are exempted from the test requirement: students with an IB diploma, American High School Diploma (if accredited in the US, please check with your school board), GCSE certificate for English First Language or English as a second language, or students from the following countries: United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Ireland, Australia, New Zealand, Malta, Singapore. Student from Aruba, Bonaire, Curaçao, Saba, Sint Eustatius and Sint Maarten having a Dutch passport are also exempted.
3. Valid passport (non-EU/EEA) or IC (EU).

Orientation:

Prior to the academic year the welcome days will take place. The welcome days are all about meeting your fellow students, getting to know the city and student society Cognatio, getting a look behind the scenes at businesses in the industry and, above all, having a good time.

Examperiod:

At the end of the semester

Accessibility:

Learning accommodations are available for students with special needs (e.g., dyslexia, ADHD, physical disabilities)

Working while studying:

Yes, no restrictions on working hours for EU/EEA/Swiss students. No work permit required. Non‑EU students with a residence permit for study are allowed to work up to 16 hours per week on average, or full‑time in the summer months. Also if an internship is part of the program, that internship may not require a work permit (depending on whether it’s mandatory and how it's structured).

Tio does not offer on campus jobs. In Amsterdam the city is your campus and there are many jobs available there. The campus staff can help with finding a job through proper channels.