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    Research

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    Groningen, NLMScIn-person1 year
    €49,980.00
    Tuition
    over 12mo
    50%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    60
    Credits
    €100.00
    App fee

    Research at University of Groningen is a 60-credit, 1-year, in-person MSc program based in Groningen, NL. Tuition is €49,980.

    About the program

    Two-year programs offered by Groningen Graduate Schools, geared towards research careers in academia or beyond, with the second year preparing for PhD including option to write PhD proposal.

    Focus: research
    Times Higher Ed #82 (2026)

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2026
    May 1, 2026
    September 2026
    May 1, 2026

    Standardized tests

    GRE
    optional
    Min GRE Verbal Reasoning – above the 53th percentile; and Quantitative Reasoning section – above the 51th percentile (GMAT 600 equiv.); Verbal and Quantitative Reasoning section – above the 25th percentile (GMAT 500 equiv.)
    GMAT
    optional
    Min GMAT score of 600 points or higher: direct admission; GMAT score of 500 points or higher: Board decision (for regular MSc); required for Research Master, no strict minimum
    TOEFL
    required
    Min TOEFL score of at least 90 (internet-based) (Research Master Economics)
    IELTS
    required
    Min score of at least 6.5 (overall band), at least 6.5 (writing) and at least 6 (speaking) (Research Master Economics); varies by faculty/program 6.5 overall min 6.0/6.5 sections

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    1 year Orientation Year (zoekjaar) visa (Netherlands)

    €12,000.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

    Specific coursework this program expects you to have completed: calculus, linear algebra, programming, statistics, and subject-specific prerequisites where applicable.

    Recommendations

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    Essays

    Number of essays required (statement of purpose, personal statement, diversity statement), prompts where the program publishes them, and whether supplemental essays are optional or mandatory.

    Contact

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Research at University of Groningen cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Research at University of Groningen is €49,980 across 60 required credits.
    Is Research at University of Groningen online or in-person?
    Research at University of Groningen is offered in-person.
    How long does Research at University of Groningen take to complete?
    Research at University of Groningen is structured around 1 year and 60 credits.
    What GPA is required for Research at University of Groningen?
    Per the program's published guidance: average grade of 7.5 or higher (on a 10-point scale)
    How competitive is Research at University of Groningen?
    Research at University of Groningen reports an acceptance rate of approximately 50%.