QS Rank:

105

Utrecht University

Utrecht

Netherlands

Overview

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Ranking

#48

US World and News Report

#69

The World University Rankings

#105

QS World University Rankings

Class Profile

Eligibility Criteria

Accepted fields include social sciences, sociology, anthropology, social psychology, related disciplines.

At least 3 / 4 undergraduate GPA is expected.

English Proficiency Tests

TOEFL
93
IELTS
6.5

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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Personal Statement
Resume
Academic LOR
Master SOP
Research Papers/Publications
General LOR

Application Deadlines

	Round 1
Fall	Feb 27, 2026

Fees and Funding

This is a fully funded, employment-based PhD position. PhD candidates do not pay tuition fees and receive a salary of EUR 3,059–EUR 3,881 gross per month (full-time, scale P). The initial contract is 1 year, extended to 4 years upon positive evaluation.