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Submit your application via our online application platform. Submitting an application is quick and easy; You will receive an answer from us within 2-3 working days.

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Starting your application

We welcome qualified students of all backgrounds, nationalities and religions and do not discriminate during the admission process. Applications are accepted from students around the world, aiming to create a highly culturally diverse student body.

Application documents can be submitted together or separately through the online application system only in a digital format (DOC, PDF) or a scanned format (JPG, PDF). Any document that is not available at the time of application can be submitted once it is available. Once your application form has been received, you will receive a receipt confirmation by e-mail, and our Admissions Team will contact you regarding further steps to confirm your application. As soon as we have received your complete application, you should hear from us within two weeks.

Transferring credits from another school or university?

You can submit a request to transfer of all your previously completed courses and earned credits from other institutions prior to submitting an application. Transferring courses and credits directly into our programs allows students to finish the program faster by completing only the missing ones to graduate with a UIBS degree!

Application support

In case you need support during the application process, you can e-mail our Admissions Team.

Alternatively, you can connect with our team also by phone, WhatsApp or live chat.

Application deadlines

Plan Your Studies with Maximum Flexibility

Our Quarter- and Term-based academic calendar offers multiple start dates throughout the year, helping you minimize the gap between your previous and future studies so you can start faster. Enjoy rolling admissions, customizable study pace, and the freedom to transfer between global campuses. Our academic calendar is designed to keep you on track, accelerate your progress, and adapt your schedule without losing momentum.

All students may start in Term A as well as in Term B of every quarter, subject to local course availability. Refer to the academic calendar for the exact starting dates. Because of our multiple starting dates and the rolling admission process, there are no deadlines to apply.

For all students

While later applications are still accepted, we do advise all students to submit their application about 1 month before the intended starting date. This allows you sufficient time to plan your stay abroad, and allows us to plan accordingly.

For students with student visas

We strongly advise students who require a student visa to submit their application about 3 months prior to the intended starting date to avoid any delays with the student visa application. Refer to the student visa guidelines for further details. In case the student visa is delayed, you can postpone your studies until the next available starting date. Alternatively you can already start online while you await the student visa.

Fees and Scholarships

Our fees are dependent on the primary campus where you will enroll for courses. Download our Fee Schedule for details. We have merit-based scholarships available for exceptional students and young potential.

Application requirements

The following requirements apply for all students at all levels. You may be requested to submit additional documents and information, including but not limited to certified/notarized copies of any document submitted, letters of recommendation from academic and/or professional sources, and a certificate of good conduct from your local city hall or police station.

  • Curriculum Vitae stating your full academic background and professional experience

  • Copy of your valid passport or identity card, and residence permit if applicable

  • Copies of all relevant degrees, diplomas, certificates and transcripts (along with an official English translation except when they were issued in Dutch, French, German, Italian or Spanish)

  • Letter of motivation stating your career objectives and program expectations

  • Passport-size photograph

  • Proof of English proficiency; Refer to the table below for details.

  • Payment of our non-refundable Application Fee following the submission of your application online; Refer to the Fee Schedule below for details.

You may be requested to submit additional documents and information such as certified/notarized copies of any document submitted, letters of recommendation from academic and/or professional sources, and a certificate of good conduct from your local city hall or police station.

Institution codes

  • TOEFL code for UnitedSLS programs: C356
  • TOEFL code for UIBS programs: C354
  • GRE code for UnitedSLS programs: 4447
  • GRE code for UIBS programs: 3850
  • GMAT: 7054

Study at Your Own Pace

Our programs are designed for maximum flexibility—there’s no minimum GPA required for admission. Based on your academic background, we’ll help you customize your course load so you can progress at a pace that fits your goals. This approach improves your success rate, optimizes your study duration, and ensures a learning experience tailored to you.

Undergraduate-level & Bachelor programs

Start your academic journey with flexibility. Applicants should hold a high school diploma or equivalent that grants access to higher education in their home country. Students without one may qualify for our Undergraduate Foundation program.

We also recognize Advanced Placement (AP) credits, allowing you to jumpstart your studies and progress faster. There’s no minimum GPA required for admission. Our admissions team will help you customize your course load so you can study at your own pace and succeed.

Graduate-level & Master programs

Students should have obtained a Bachelor degree (or equivalent). Degrees with 180 European credits or 120 American semester credits are considered equivalent. Other degrees can be submitted along with your application for review by our Admissions Team. No distinction is made between academic or professional Bachelor degrees.

Students who do not hold a business-related Bachelor degree or equivalent may be required to complete an inbound assessment test prior to starting the program, and, depending on the results, earn an additional number of credits in leveling courses from the Pre-Master foundation program in order to be fully prepared for our graduate programs.

Candidates with extensive professional experience but non-traditional academic backgrounds may also be considered on a case-by-case basis. Additional preparatory coursework may be required in such case.

Postgraduate-level & Doctorate programs

Applicants should hold a Master degree (or equivalent). Degrees with 60 European credits or 30 American semester credits beyond the Bachelor level are considered equivalent. Candidates with extensive professional experience but non-traditional academic backgrounds may also be considered on a case-by-case basis. Additional preparatory coursework may be required in such case to ensure success in applied research and dissertation work.

English proficiency

All courses are taught entirely in English across the campus network. Students should have a certain proficiency in English when they start.

Typically, non-native speakers who studied in English before or those who had advanced English lessons during previous studies, and with sufficient confidence, perform well. Because of the multi-cultural environment, only a relatively small percentage of students are native speakers.

We reserve the right to subject students to a written English evaluation prior to entering the study program. In case of average test scores, students can enter the study program, but are recommended to complete the Advanced English course offered by the school on a quarterly basis. In case of inadequate test scores, students may be required to undergo intensive language lessons prior to entering the regular study programs. Intensive private language lessons can be completed with an external language school.

IELTS TOEFL CEFRL Duolingo English test
English lessons are optional at this level. 6.0 or higher 60 or higher C1 or higher 109 or higher
This is the minimum requirement.
English lessons are recommended at this level.		 5.5 46 to 59 B2 100 to 108
English lessons are required at this level prior to admission. 5.0 or lower 45 or lower B1 or lower 95 or lower

IELTS and TOEFL test scores are obtained by the student typically through a designated test center. CEFRL documentation is obtained by the student typically through a language school or test center.

Application process

Our application process is designed to be straightforward and flexible, allowing you to start your studies without unnecessary delays. With rolling admissions, multiple start dates, and the ability to pause and resume your application, you’re in control of your timeline. Follow the steps below to #ExperienceUIBS.

For students with a national passport (EU, EEA, CH or JP, as applicable) or local residence permit  For students without a national passport (EU, EEA, CH) or local residence permit who wish to study in Belgium, Italy, Spain* or Switzerland For students without a national passport (EU, EEA, CH) or local residence permit who wish to study in Spain** or the Netherlands For students without a national passport (JP) or local residence permit who wish to study in Japan
Step 1 Submit your application online. Submit your application online. Determine the possibilities to travel to and stay in Spain or the Netherlands without a student visa. Refer to the student visa guidelines for details. Determine the possibilities to travel to and stay in Japan without a student visa. Refer to the student visa guidelines for details.
Step 2 After review and approval, you will receive your official acceptance documents. After review and approval, you will receive your conditional acceptance documents. Submit your application online. Submit your application online.
Step 3 Pay the requested fees to confirm your acceptance. Pay the requested fees to confirm your acceptance. After review and approval, you will receive your official acceptance documents. After review and approval, you will receive your official acceptance documents.
Step 4 Start your studies. After confirmation, you will receive your official acceptance documents needed to apply for a student visa. Pay the requested fees to confirm your acceptance. Pay the requested fees to confirm your acceptance.
Step 5 Follow our student visa guidelines and apply for a student visa with the respective Embassy or Consulate closest to you. Start your studies. Start your studies.
Step 6 Start your studies.

* limited to our Professional Master’s programs

** any program other than our Professional Master’s programs

  • CH – Switzerland
  • EU – European Union
  • EEA – European Economic Area
  • JP – Japan

Moving abroad

Students are highly recommended to apply for health insurance for the duration of their stay abroad. Non-resident students may need to provide a health insurance coverage certificate when applying for a student visa.

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We believe in personal attention from the start. Our team members are available to answer your questions and support you with your application. Everything starts with the first step.