Is the Duolingo English Test accepted in Netherlands?

The Duolingo English Test is accepted for admission by a range of institutions in Netherlands. Each university — and often each programme — sets its own minimum score on the 10–160 scale, so confirm the figure on the official admissions page.

What DET score do I need for Netherlands?

There is no single national minimum. Requirements vary by university and programme; this page lists honest score bands by tier. Always confirm the current figure with your specific programme.

Does the DET work for a Netherlands student visa?

Admission and visa are separate. A test accepted for university admission is not automatically accepted for the visa. See the admission-versus-visa note on this page and confirm with the official authority.

DET requirements

🇳🇱 Duolingo English Test requirements for Netherlands

Dutch universities show broad DET acceptance for English-taught programs, including the University of Amsterdam, Groningen, and Tilburg.

Institutions accepting the DET

broad acceptance (English-taught programs)

Score scale

10–160

What score you need

Scores run on the 10–160 scale; competitive programs often want 115+, most public universities 100–115.

The Netherlands has some of the broadest English-taught program acceptance in mainland Europe.

Score bands by tier

Tier	DET range	Examples
Competitive programs	115+	research universities, selective business
Most public universities	100–115	applied sciences institutions

Universities that accept the DET in Netherlands

University of Amsterdam
University of Groningen
Tilburg University

Admission is not the same as the visa

For English-taught Dutch programs, English proof ties to the university's admission decision. Confirm current Dutch student-visa/residence-permit rules for your nationality.

DET vs IELTS — cost

The Netherlands has strong job prospects; the ~$70 DET meets the English requirement for most English-taught programs at a fraction of IELTS cost.

Admission

Broad acceptance for English-taught programs.

Visa

Ties to university admission; confirm per nationality.

Sources

Common questions

Is the Duolingo English Test accepted in Netherlands?: The Duolingo English Test is accepted for admission by a range of institutions in Netherlands. Each university — and often each programme — sets its own minimum score on the 10–160 scale, so confirm the figure on the official admissions page.
What DET score do I need for Netherlands?: There is no single national minimum. Requirements vary by university and programme; this page lists honest score bands by tier. Always confirm the current figure with your specific programme.
Does the DET work for a Netherlands student visa?: Admission and visa are separate. A test accepted for university admission is not automatically accepted for the visa. See the admission-versus-visa note on this page and confirm with the official authority.

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AlmiDET is independent and not affiliated with, endorsed by, or connected to Duolingo. All practice material is original and never copied from the Duolingo English Test. Acceptance figures and score bands change — always confirm the current requirement on the official university or government page before you rely on it.