QS Rank:

141

Leiden University

South Holland
,Netherlands

Program Name
PhD in Humanities

Deadline
March 01st, 2026
Overview
Ranking
#74
US World and News Report
#77
The World University Rankings
#141
QS World University Rankings
Class Profile
Eligibility Criteria

Accepted fields include Relevant field.

At least 3 / 4 undergraduate GPA is expected.
English Proficiency Tests
IELTS
7

TOEFL
100

Application Requirements
Here's everything you need to know to ensure a complete and competitive application—covering the key documents and criteria for a successful submission.

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Degree Certificate

Resume

Academic LOR

Research Papers/Publications

Personal Statement
Application Deadlines
| Annual | |
|---|---|
| Fall | Mar 1, 2026 |
Fees and Funding
PhD candidates registering on or after 1 September 2024 are charged an annual fee (minimum 3-year payment). There are two tariffs: EUR 400 per year (low tariff, for external candidates without university workplace) and EUR 2800 per year (high tariff, e.g., scholarship-funded candidates). Minimum total payment for three years ranges from EUR 1,200 to EUR 8,400. Application fee for PhD is not specified on official pages; sources mentioning a EUR 100 fee refer to undergraduate and master's programmes.

Tuition Fees
$14,300 / year
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