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Universities in Belgium

Explore top-rated universities and colleges in Belgium. Discover rankings, campus details, and key information about top Belgian higher education institutions to help you choose the best place to study.

Belgium is home to 64 universities and colleges listed in our directory, spread across 12 cities. Of these, 19 are public and 10 are private institutions. The highest-ranked institution is Katholieke Universiteit Leuven. The oldest dates back to 1425. Use the filters to compare them by ranking, campus setting, and control type.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many universities are there in Belgium?

Our directory lists 64 universities and colleges in Belgium across 12 cities. You can filter them by control type, campus setting, and more.

Which is the top-ranked university in Belgium?

Based on the QS 2027 rankings, Katholieke Universiteit Leuven is the highest-ranked institution in Belgium in our directory at #59.

Are there public and private universities in Belgium?

Yes. Belgium has 19 public and 10 private institutions in our directory. Public universities are typically state-funded, while private institutions are independently run.

How do I choose the right university in Belgium?

Compare institutions by world and country ranking, location, campus setting (urban, suburban, or rural), and control type. Open any university profile for detailed admission information, programs, and fees.

What is the difference between an urban and a rural campus?

An urban campus sits in or near a city, putting internships, public transport, and cultural life within easy reach, though living costs are often higher. A rural or suburban campus offers a quieter, community-focused environment with more space and typically lower costs. Use the Campus Type filter to match the setting to your lifestyle.

Top Universities in Belgium

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64 universities found

Katholieke Universiteit Leuven

Leuven, Flanders, Belgium

Type: University

Control Type: Public

Universiteit Gent

Ghent, Belgium

Type: University

Control Type: Public

Université Catholique de Louvain

Louvain-la-Neuve, Wallonia, Belgium

Type: University

Control Type: Private

Université Libre de Bruxelles

Brussels, Brussels-Capital , Belgium

Type: University

Control Type: Private

Universiteit Antwerpen

Antwerp, Belgium

Type: University

Control Type: Public

Vrije Universiteit Brussel

Brussels, Brussels-Capital , Belgium

Type: University

Control Type: Private

Université de Liège

Liège, Wallonia, Belgium

Type: University

Control Type: Public

Hasselt University

Hasselt, Belgium

Type: University

Université de Namur

Namur, Wallonia, Belgium

Type: University

Control Type: Private

University of Mons

Mons, Wallonia, Belgium

Type: University

Haute École de la Province de Liège

Liège, Wallonia, Belgium

Type: University of Applied Sciences

Haute École de Namur-Liège-Luxembourg

Seraing, Wallonia, Belgium

Type: University of Applied Sciences

Haute École Robert Schuman

Saint-Hubert, Wallonia, Belgium

Type: University of Applied Sciences

Orpheus Institute

Ghent, Belgium

Type: Research Institute

Control Type: Private

Haute École de la Ville de Liège

Liège, Wallonia, Belgium

Type: University of Applied Sciences

Higher Education Institution Lucia de Brouckère

Brussels, Brussels-Capital , Belgium

Type: University College

Control Type: Public

École supérieure des Arts Saint-Luc de Tournai

Tournai, Belgium

Haute École Libre Mosane

Liège, Wallonia, Belgium

Type: University of Applied Sciences

Haute École Charlemagne

Liège, Wallonia, Belgium

Type: University of Applied Sciences

Haute École Francisco Ferrer

Brussels, Brussels-Capital , Belgium

Type: University of Applied Sciences

Royal Conservatory of Brussels

Brussels, Brussels-Capital , Belgium

Haute École Libre de Bruxelles Ilya Prigogine

Brussels, Brussels-Capital , Belgium

Haute École en Hainaut

Mons, Wallonia, Belgium

Type: University of Applied Sciences

Académie Royale des Beaux-Arts

Brussels, Brussels-Capital , Belgium

Control Type: Public

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