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Delft University of Technology

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Overview

Technische Universiteit Delft (Delft University of Technology) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the small city of Delft, South Holland, Netherlands. Established in 1842, Technische Universiteit Delft (TU Delft) is a coeducational institution and is officially recognized by the Ministerie van Onderwijs, Cultuur en Wetenschap. TU Delft provides programs and courses leading to officially recognized higher education degrees, such as bachelor's degrees and master's degrees in several areas of study. Further information can be found in the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below or by searching the institution's website through the search engine below. This 184-year-old Dutch higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades. The institution reports an acceptance rate of 60-69%. It is considered a moderately selective. International applicants are eligible to apply. TU Delft also provides students with several academic and non-academic facilities and services, including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aid and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, and administrative services.

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Control

Delft University of Technology's Control Typepublic

Entity

Delft University of Technology's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Delft University of Technology' Size by Total Enrollmentlarge-sized

Selectivity

Delft University of Technology's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratemoderately selective

Identity

Name (English) Delft University of Technology
Name
Name (Non Latin)
Acronym TU Delft
Founded 1842
Motto Challenge the Future
Colours Blue, black and white
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Location

Address Stevinweg 1
Delft
2628 CN South Holland
Netherlands
Delft University of Technology's location map, satellite view and street view Location Map
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Delft University of Technology Phone Number (15) 278 9111
Delft University of Technology Fax Number (15) 278 1855
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Website

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Delft University of Technology's Recognition or Accreditation

Recognition and Accreditation

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Delft University of Technology is legally chartered, licensed and/or institutionally accredited by: Ministerie van Onderwijs, Cultuur en Wetenschap

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1986


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

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Important: the above section is intended to include only those reputable organizations (e.g. Ministries or Departments of Higher Education) that have the legal authority to officially charter, license, register or more generally recognize Delft University of Technology as a whole (institutional legal recognition), accredit the institution as a whole (institutional accreditation) or accredit its specific programs or courses (programmatic accreditation).

Fields of Study and Degree Levels

Delft University of Technology Fields of Study and Degree Levels

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Delft University of Technology is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Delft University of Technology's academic range and degree level offering.



Technische Universiteit Delft: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
PreBach
degrees 		Bachelor
degrees 		Master
degrees 		Doctoral
degrees
Yes Yes Yes
A&H Yes
L&C
B&S Yes Yes
M&H Yes Yes
S&T Yes Yes
Eng Yes Yes

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Programs and Courses

Delft University of Technology Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

Delft University of Technology Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Delft University of Technology categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at Delft University of Technology.



Delft University of Technology: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 2,500-4,999 US$ (2,280-4,555 Euro) 2,500-4,999 US$ (2,280-4,555 Euro)
International
students		 17,500-19,999 US$ (15,950-18,225 Euro) over 20,000 US$ (18,225 Euro)

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Important: tuition fee ranges are indicative. Final tuition fees can vary by degree program, citizenship, residency status, study load and enrollment mode. Contact Delft University of Technology Admissions for exact pricing applicable to your circumstances. Data sources: these figures are compiled from direct institutional submissions to uniRank, official Delft University of Technology website data and publicly available government education sources.

Admissions

Delft University of Technology Admission Info


Delft University of Technology's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

Delft University of Technology is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.


Delft University of Technology's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Delft University of Technology has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Delft University of Technology's acceptance rate ranges from 60 to 69%, making it a moderately selective higher education institution.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

Not reported


Delft University of Technology's International Students Admission International Students

Yes
Delft University of Technology has more than 6200 international students.


Delft University of Technology's Admission Office Admission Office

Jaffalaan 5
Delft 2628 BX
(15) 278 80 12


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Notice: admission policy and acceptance rate may vary by the areas of study, degree level, student's nationality or residence and other criteria. Please contact Delft University of Technology's Admission Office for detailed information on their admission selection policy and acceptance rate.

Size and Profile

Delft University of Technology Size and Profile


Delft University of Technology's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Delft University of Technology has a student enrollment ranging from 20,000 to 24,999, making it a large-sized institution.


Delft University of Technology's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

Delft University of Technology's academic staff ranges from 1,000 to 1,499 members.


Delft University of Technology's Control Type Control Type

Delft University of Technology is a public higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed by the government, providing affordable access to education for students.


Delft University of Technology's Entity Type Entity Type

Delft University of Technology is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.


Delft University of Technology's Campus Setting Campus Setting

Delft University of Technology's main campus is located in an urban setting, meaning it is situated within a city.


Delft University of Technology's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

Delft University of Technology adopts a quarters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into four distinct terms, or quarters, each typically lasting about 10 to 12 weeks, separated by three short breaks and one longer break.


Delft University of Technology's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Delft University of Technology is None Religious Affiliation

None.



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Facilities and Services

Delft University of Technology Facilities


Delft University of Technology's Library University Library

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Delft University of Technology's Housing University Housing

Yes


Delft University of Technology's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Delft University of Technology's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported

Delft University of Technology Services


Delft University of Technology's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


Delft University of Technology's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Delft University of Technology's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Yes

Delft University of Technology's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Not reported


Delft University of Technology's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


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Academic Structure

Delft University of Technology Organisational Structure

The academic structure of Technische Universiteit Delft consists of the following primary first-level divisions; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.

Technische Universiteit Delft
  • Faculty of Aerospace Engineering
  • Faculty of Applied Sciences
  • Faculty of Architecture
  • Faculty of Civil Engineering and Geosciences
  • Faculty of Electrical Engineering, Mathematics and Computer Sciences
  • Faculty of Industrial Design Engineering
  • Faculty of Mechanical, Maritime and Materials Engineering
  • Faculty of Technology, Policy and Management

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Memberships and Affiliations

Delft University of Technology Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Technische Universiteit Delft's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • European University Association (EUA)
  • Conference of European Schools for Advanced Engineering Education and Research (CESAER)
  • IDEA League
  • Open Education Consortium (OEC)


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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Delft University of Technology public or private?

Delft University of Technology is a public higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed by the government, providing affordable access to education for students.

Is Delft University of Technology profit or non-profit?

Delft University of Technology is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.

What is the size of Delft University of Technology in terms of enrollment?

Delft University of Technology has a student enrollment ranging from 20,000 to 24,999, making it a large-sized institution.

What is the size of Delft University of Technology in terms of academic staff?

Delft University of Technology's academic staff ranges from 1,000 to 1,499 members.

Is Delft University of Technology a coeducational institution?

Delft University of Technology is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.

What academic calendar does Delft University of Technology use?

Delft University of Technology adopts a quarters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into four distinct terms, or quarters, each typically lasting about 10 to 12 weeks, separated by three short breaks and one longer break.

What religion is Delft University of Technology affiliated with?

None.

Does Delft University of Technology admit international students?

Yes. Delft University of Technology has more than 6200 international students.

What is Delft University of Technology's acceptance rate and admission policy?

Delft University of Technology's acceptance rate ranges from 60 to 69%, making it a moderately selective higher education institution. This university has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades.

How much does it cost to attend Delft University of Technology TU Delft?

Undergraduate tuition range for local students: 2,500-4,999 US$ (2,280-4,555 Euro). International students: 17,500-19,999 US$ (15,950-18,225 Euro). Tuition costs may vary by program.

Where is Delft University of Technology TU Delft located?

Delft University of Technology is located in Delft, South Holland, Netherlands. Address: Stevinweg 1.

Is Delft University of Technology TU Delft accredited and legally recognised?

Yes, Delft University of Technology is accredited by Ministerie van Onderwijs, Cultuur en Wetenschap (since 1986).

Does Delft University of Technology offer financial aid?

Yes

Does Delft University of Technology offer study abroad programs?

Yes

Does Delft University of Technology have a university library?

Yes

Does Delft University of Technology provide student housing and accommodation?

Yes

Does Delft University of Technology have sports facilities or activities?

Yes

Does Delft University of Technology offer academic counseling?

Not reported

Does Delft University of Technology offer career services?

Not reported

Does Delft University of Technology offer distance learning?

Yes

Does Delft University of Technology have an institutional hospital?

Not reported

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