How many universities does Brussels have?

Our index lists 2 universities in Brussels with 275 study programmes between them, 60 taught in English.

Is Brussels affordable for students?

Brussels scores 6/10 on affordability in our City Life Index. Students in Belgium spend roughly €992 a month on living costs. Full breakdown: Cost of studying in Belgium.

Universities in Brussels

Brussels has 2 universities in our index, offering 275 study programmes — 60 taught in English. Here's how the city scores for student life, and who teaches what.

City Life Index

Affordability6/10

Safety3/10

Student vibe8/10

English-friendly7/10

Weather4/10

Transport9/10

Out of 10. The line on each bar is the average across the 99 student cities we score.

Brussels offers a vibrant student life with excellent and affordable public transport, but students should be aware of the moderate cost of living and increasing safety concerns, especially regarding street crime, while the weather is generally mild but often cloudy and rainy.