Maastricht University

Maastricht, Netherlands

Maastricht University (UM) is a highly-ranked, international public research university located in the heart of Europe in the Netherlands. Renowned for its innovative Problem-Based Learning (PBL) system, it places a strong emphasis on small-scale, collaborative education and interdisciplinary research.
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The Orientation Year for Highly Educated Persons is a residence permit that allows non-EU/EEA graduates from Dutch universities to stay in the Netherlands for one year to search for a job or start a business. It provides flexibility and does not require a sponsor during the search period.
Yes, during the orientation year permit, you are free to work without a sponsor or a minimum salary requirement. You can take on any employment to support yourself while you search for a highly-skilled job that qualifies for a subsequent residence permit as a knowledge migrant.
If you find a job with a recognized sponsor that meets the minimum salary requirement for a highly skilled migrant, you can switch to that residence permit. Other options include applying for a residence permit as a startup innovator or, if you meet the conditions, a permanent residence permit after five consecutive years of legal residence.

University Of Maastricht University Application Statistics

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€ 8000
€ 12000
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80 %
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148

University Of Maastricht University Application Statistics

16300
4300
4
€ 8000
€ 12000
3.2
36
80 %
6
296
148
148

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