Wageningen
Founded in 1876
Wageningen University & Research, located in the city of Wageningen, Netherlands, is one of the fourteen research universities in the country and ranks highly in the Dutch higher education guide. The university excels in life sciences, food, and environmental fields, making it a leader in European academia. It is also the leading research university in Europe in the fields of agriculture and food, with multiple collaboration projects with the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations. Wageningen University’s agricultural science research holds a leading global position, with the U.S. News, QS Ranking, and ARWU Ranking all ranking its agricultural science field number one in the world. Additionally, its environmental science and ecology research ranks second globally, while animal and plant sciences are ranked third. The presence of Wageningen University and Research Center has a significant impact on the cultural and social life of the town’s residents. This is not only due to the large number of international students but also the presence of international researchers, faculty, and staff. Of the 35,000 residents in Wageningen, over 10,000 are directly associated with the university. Modern businesses in fields such as environmental science, information technology, and biotechnology are concentrated in the city and are rapidly growing. Wageningen's central location in the Netherlands makes it ideal for businesses to set up headquarters and explore opportunities throughout the country. Major cities like Amsterdam, Rotterdam, and The Hague are just one hour away by train.