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KU Leuven

Gent

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Belgium
KU Leuven was founded in 1425, making it one of the oldest and most renowned universities in Europe. It is well-known for its research-oriented programs spanning across all disciplines and its impressive list of graduates. It is also distinguished from its neighbors for its strong emphasis on interdisciplinary and innovative programming that encourages collaboration and independent research.

Overall Score: 

47.81

We grade on a curve: 

60% and up = A
50 to 60% = B
40-50% = C

ku leuven for international students

Example Tuition for 1 Year ($)

2000

Total Years to Degree

3

Total Tuition Cost ($)

6000

Location

Gent is a vibrant, historic city in the Flemish region of Belgium. It is home to more than 250,000 people and is a major transportation hub in the country, featuring an international airport as well as access to major motorways and railways. Tourists can explore the city’s many sites such as ‘Gravensteen’, an amazing authentic castle from the Middle Ages.

Overall Scores

Academics

45.47

Happiness

58.57

Costs

39.4

Overall Grade

47.81

1. Academics

Rank:

42

This is the university’s academic ranking among the world’s universities with at least one English-taught program and a student body with 6% or more international students.

Teacher/Student Ratio:

36.5

This is how many faculty you’ll find for every student (less is better). 

Number of English Taught Programs:

4

This is the number of English-taught undergraduate degree programs you can take. 

Total Academic Score:

45.47

If academics was an exam, how would this university do? Here’s their score, on a percentile scale from 0 to 100.

2. Happiness

National Happiness Score:

58.9

This is the university’s home country’s happiness scale, from 1 to 100. You’ll enjoy high freedom and healthy, generous neighbors with high trust in their government.

Percent International:

18

How many students come from abroad? This number might mean robust student support for international students.

National English Proficiency:

63.09

From 1 to 100, how many of your neighbors speak English? How easy will it be to find services in English, like banking or medical care, while you’re abroad? 

Total Happiness Score:

58.57

If happiness was an exam, how would the university do? Here’s their score, on a percentile scale from 0 to 100.

3. Costs

Cost of Living Percentile:

15.2

How much does it cost to live in this country? On a scale of 0 to 100, countries that score highest have the lowest cost of living. 

Rent Index Percentile:

23.9

Rent is one of the biggest expenses for students in university abroad. How does this country stack up? Higher scores indicate a happier wallet.

Total Tuition: $

6000

We converted the local currency for the international tuition fees into US dollars (USD). We used the lowest-cost degree.

Total Cost Score:

39.4

If costs were a grade on a test, how would this university do? Here’s their score, on a percentile scale from 0 to 100.

4. Overall Score:

47.81

We grade on a curve: 60% and up = A
50 to 60% = B
40-50% = C

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