About us

Knowledge is the new international currency. As a place of research and higher education, The Hague University has a critical part to play in the future success of The Netherlands – and Europe – on the world stage. Not only through our teaching, but also through our applied research, public lectures and professional partnerships all over the world.

Our 20,000 students, as well as our staff, come from over 135 different nationalities. That diversity is one of our most powerful resources. The exchange of competing ideas and opinions is what leads to real innovation.

Our city is the perfect place to witness the workings of international trade, law and diplomacy firsthand. The International Criminal Court, the War Crimes Tribunal, Europol. They’re all based right here, in our historic city. The spirit, energy and ideals of these global institutions permeate life on and off campus.

We welcome the world to our campus, and send our students and staff to learn from other lands and other cultures.