Finance
We keep things transparent. This is what studying at Unknown University costs – and what you get in return.
Tuition fees
Full-time programs
- Bachelor - €15,000 per academic year
- Masters - €22,500 per academic year
What's included
- All classes, workshops, and coaching
- Full access to Titaan, including workspaces & podcast room
- Tools, templates, and startup resources
- Personal and business mentoring
- Community events & network access
DUO LOANS (Dutch student finance)
Funding through DUO (applying only to BSc and some special MSc cases)
Dutch students can apply for a tuition fee loan via DUO covering the full amount.
EU and non-EU students can also access this loan if they meet the income requirement.
To qualify, most international students need to:
- Work at least 32 hours per month (not per week)
- Provide income proof to DUO
Once approved, they can borrow the full tuition amount under the same terms as Dutch students.
Our team can support you with letters and advice to guide your DUO application.
Scholarships
At this time, Unknown University does not offer internal scholarships.
However, we are actively working with external donors and partners to make this possible in the near future.
We believe entrepreneurial education through learning by doing should be accessible to all – including those with potential but limited financial means.
If you’re in this position, we encourage you to reach out. We’re building this future for you too.
Living costs in The Hague
Budget breakdown (monthly average):
- Rent: €600–950
- Food: €250–350
- Health insurance: ~€100
- Public transport: €40
- Extras (phone, gym, social life): €150–200
→ Total: €1,100–1,500/month
How can I get a BSN?
If you were born and/or raised in the Netherlands, you will have been issued a BSN (Dutch personal tax number). Dutch citizens who have never lived in the Netherlands, or only in the Caribbean Netherlands, do not have a BSN yet; they will be assigned one when they move here. If you are not sure, check your passport or ID card. If no BSN is mentioned, you will need the explainer for students without a BSN.
Non-Dutch, EU, EEA, Swiss students
If you do not hold citizenship from the Netherlands, EU, EEA, or Switzerland, or permanent residency in the Netherlands (at start of studies), you are usually not eligible for DUO loans. There are some exceptions for refugees and other reasons for residence in the Netherlands. Please contact DUO for more information.