Study abroad for a semester: a lifetime experience

Study abroad

Gaining international experience in an integral part of your Tilburg University studies. Many students choose to go on exchange for this and return with their heads and hearts full of new knowledge and experiences that are also translatable to their CV. This page takes you through the process of going on exchange through Tilburg University. And there are more options for an international experience. Find information on ENGAGE.EU virtual offers, summer schools, research abroad, or a full degree abroad below.

Important information for exchanges

Abroad and in need of assistance?

Tilburg University students who are abroad on exchange and find themselves in an emergency situation should make use of the following points of contact:

Urgent 24/7 assistance through Netherlands Worldwide

Tilburg University Study Abroad & Exchange Team

Tilburg University Emergency Contact Information

Application deadlines to go on exchange in 2023/24

The application window to apply to go on exchange in the 2023/24 academic year (Fall 2023 and Spring 2024) will open on October 4, 2022.

Application deadlines are on the dates named below at 11:00 hours. 

Deadline 

Note 

Friday November 4, 2022 at 11:00 hours

Open for all applications for exchanges in the academic year 2023/24 (both Fall 2023 and Spring 2024).

Thursday February 2, 2023 at 11:00 hours 

Open for all applications for exchanges in the academic year 2023/24 (both Fall 2023 and Spring 2024).

This is the final deadline to apply for a Fall 2023 exchange through the ISEP program.

Thursday March 30, 2023 at 11:00 hours

Open for all applications for exchanges in the academic year 2023/24 (both Fall 2023 and Spring 2024).

This is the final deadline to apply for an exchange in the Fall 2023 semester. 

Thursday July 6, 2023 at 11:00 hours

Open for applications for exchanges in Spring 2024 only (applications for Fall 2023 not accepted).

Thursday September 7, 2023 at 11:00 hours

Open for applications for exchanges in Spring 2024 only (applications for Fall 2023 not accepted).

Information sessions for going on exchange in 2023/24

A recording of the information sessions for students who want to go on exchange in 2023/24 can be found on our Canvas page. The information session guides you through the process of researching destinations and preparing a strong application. We expect that all students attend an information session before scheduling an appointment with a Study Abroad & Exchange Coordinator. 

Application FAQs

Tilburg University students who are interested in going on exchange abroad are asked to read our FAQ sheet. Here you can find the answers to most commonly asked questions related to going on exchange.

Canvas page

Tilburg University students who are interested in going on exchange are invited to explore the Study Abroad & Exchange Canvas page. Here you can find lots of useful information such as recordings of information fairs and presentations and tips on different topics such as studying abroad with a disability and travelling sustainably during your exchange period. 

Please note that you have to 'enrol' yourself in the Canvas 'course' in order to access the information. 

Travel safety, COVID-19 and exchanges

Exchanges in the current and future academic years are possible in line with the development of the pandemic and other travel safety issues.  Tilburg University and partner university guidelines apply and, if needed, students selected for an exchange will be informed of the applicable regulations ahead of their exchange. Students should always be aware of the risk that COVID-19 or other travel safety issues raised by the Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs might affect their exchange plans and plan accordingly. The Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs website is only available in Dutch; please contact us if you need assistance with understanding the information.

Please find more information on COVID-19 and Tilburg University. Students with questions about COVID-19 and their exchange not answered on the linked pages should contact studyabroad@tilburguniversity.edu

Contact information

Please feel free to contact on of our Study Abroad and Exchange Officers.

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Why go on exchange? These students tell you why

  • Mart

    Mart

    Konkuk University, South Korea

    "I was very pleased to receive the Holland Scholarship. It changed my budget, enabling me to make the journey even more worthwhile."

    Read more on Mart's exchange experience

  • Isa

    Isa

    Comillas Pontifical University, Spain

    "Just go! Despite the challenge of getting everything organized, the Study Abroad Office ensured I knew what to expect and could set off for Madrid with confidence."

    Read more on Isa's exchange experience

  • Denise

    Denise

    Macquarie University, Australia

    "I want to convince the students who hesitate to lose their doubts and just go for it. For me, it was such a once-in-a-life-time opportunity."

    Read more on Denise's exchange experience