Yes, the School's Bachelor's and Master's degrees are accredited by the Dutch-Flemish Accreditation Organisation (NVAO), which is the official body that ensures the quality of higher education in Flanders (the Dutch‑speaking part of Belgium). The Flemish government recognises Vesalius College as a registered institution of higher education, and its degrees are equivalent to fully recognised degrees issued by a Flemish university

Admission to BSoG is selective and holistic. Applicants must have graduated from a recognised secondary school. The School reviews secondary school performance, examination results, English language competence, and demonstrated personal qualities. For applicants with an International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma, a minimum of 27 IBDP points is required; for A‑Levels (British curriculum), a minimum of CCC is required. All applicants must submit a motivation letter, curriculum vitae, official academic credentials and transcripts, and proof of English proficiency (e.g., TOEFL or IELTS) if they have not studied for at least three years in an English‑medium secondary school

Admission decisions are usually made within three weeks after receipt of a complete application. Once accepted, students must pay a €1,000 pre‑registration fee (which will be deducted from tuition) to receive their official letter of acceptance. Non‑EEA citizens are advised to contact the Belgian embassy or consulate in their home country immediately, as applying for a student visa can take several months and the requirements vary by country.

Yes, the School offers merit‑based Academic Excellence Scholarships (AES) to Bachelor's students who have outstanding academic records in secondary school and demonstrate leadership through extra‑curricular activities. The scholarship can provide up to a 50% reduction in tuition per semester and may be renewed for all three years of the undergraduate programme, provided the student maintains a minimum GPA of 3.4/4.0 per semester

Yes. The Andrée Bingen Senior Scholarship Award is granted each semester to third‑year students with a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.8. Each scholarship is worth €1,200. Preference is given to students in financial difficulty if applicable. Additionally, the Franz Bingen Bachelor Thesis Prize of €500 is awarded each academic year for the best Bachelor thesis (grade A– or higher)

To apply, you will need to submit your graduation certificate and a valid student residence permit to the local municipality (commune) where you live. The application typically takes several weeks to process, and you may need to demonstrate sufficient financial means if you do not have a job offer. If you find a job during the orientation year, you can switch to a work permit for highly skilled workers or a professional card for self‑employed activities. The orientation year is a one‑time opportunity, so it should be used strategically to launch your career in Belgium.

Non‑EEA graduates who have completed a Bachelor's, Master's, or doctoral programme at a recognised Belgian higher education institution, including BSoG, can apply for a residence permit for a ‘search year’ (or ‘orientation year’). This permit allows you to stay in Belgium for up to 12 months after graduation to actively seek employment or set up a business. You must apply before your student residence permit expires and have a valid passport