Study in Luxembourg: Education in Luxembourg
Let's look into what education looks like in Luxembourg and how it all works.
Higher education in Luxembourg is normally multilingual, with different classes taught in one of the three national languages. That being said, there's a large and increasing number of programs taught entirely in English.ย
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Grading
Luxembourg is signed up to the EU's Bologna Process, so its grading system matches that of many of its European counterparts.
| Luxembourg Grades | Comparable English Term |
| 18-20 | Excellent |
| 14-17 | Very good |
| 10-13 | Good |
| 6-9 | Satisfactory |
| 4-5 | Pass |
| 1-3 | Fail |
Luxembourgish schools
Luxembourgish schools rank highly internationally for the quality of their education and research. The University of Luxembourg, for example, ranked 355th in the QS World University Rankings for the year 2025. The country's best schools are the University of Luxembourg, Lunex University, and Sacred Heart University. Luxembourgish schools also have exchange and information programs with schools from all over the world, not just those that are part of the Bologna Process.ย
Bachelor's degrees normally take 3 years to complete, sometimes 4, depending on the subject. Master's degrees normally take 1 or 2 years, while PhDs can take up to 5 years and take a minimum of 3 years to complete. It's also the norm for Luxembourgish degrees to include practical elements, like an internship or research experience, at both the undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
Learn more about studying in Luxembourg:
Study in Luxembourg - Overview
Want an overview of Luxembourg? Do you want to know a little more about the Grand Duchy? The section gives you an oversight of all you need to know.
Student Visas
Do you need a visa to enter Luxembourg to study? Learn more about the student visa process, and what you need to enter the country, depending on your citizenship.ย
Housing & Living Costs
No matter where you study abroad, itโs important to create a budget in advance so that youโre prepared. Therefore, weโve detailed average living and housing costs so that you can get a better idea of what you would be paying as a student in Luxembourg.
Tuition Fees & Scholarships
Tuition fees for degree programs in Luxembourg can vary. Both international and domestic students are expected to pay tuition fees in Luxembourg, but these fees are normally quite low. We've put together information on how this works, and on scholarships, in this section.
Language & Culture
Luxembourg is a country rich in political significance and culture. Find out more about what the country offers in terms of languages, culture, and more! We also talk about safety in Luxembourg in this section.
Application Process
Learn more about how to apply to Luxembourgish schools and the documentation you need to do it in this section.
Programs
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