KdG voted most inclusive university worldwide by students

Karel de Grote University of Applied Sciences and Arts (KdG) has been recognized as the most inclusive university in the world by international students, receiving the prestigious Global Student Satisfaction Award for Diversity.

What are the Global Student Satisfaction Awards?

The awards, organized by Studyportals and the British Council IELTS, are based on reviews from students around the world. In 2025, KdG won the Diversity category from 1,242 universities, based on over 125,000 student reviews. Students evaluate their universities across seven categories: overall satisfaction, student-teacher interaction, student life, career development, diversity, admissions, and online learning.

Global Student Satisfaction Awards

Diversity at the heart of KdG

At KdG, diversity isn’t just a goal — it’s part of daily life. Students from every corner of the globe come together in a community where all backgrounds are welcomed and valued.

This award confirms that inclusion and diversity are deeply embedded in our DNA — and that our students experience it that way too. Our rich mix of cultures and perspectives creates a place where everyone can feel at home, learn, and grow.
Veerle Hendrickx
Veerle Hendrickx,
General Director KdG

Supporting every student

Diversity is a fact, inclusiveness is our choice. KdG provides practical and personalized support to ensure every student can thrive academically, socially, and personally:

  • Personalized academic guidance and study coaching.
  • Individualized support for students with disabilities.
  • Mental wellbeing services, including counselling and group sessions.
  • Buddy system to help new and international students settle in.
  • Practical support for finances, housing, and student life.

See here our full manifesto

Celebrating our students

1,242 universities competed — and our students made us the most inclusive! Diversity isn’t just a number; it’s our students, our community, our KdG.

KdG feels like a world within a world. On campus, you meet people from everywhere, yet it feels like one close-knit community.
MJ, 2nd year student of Applied Computer Science
MJ
Final-year Applied Computer Science
KdG is a place where students meet, collaborate, and grow — beyond just studying.
Bianca
Bianca
2nd-year Multimedia & Creative Technologies
KdG University of Applied Sciences received the Global Student Satisfaction Award 2025, in the category Student Diversity.

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