Aarhus University is a public Danish university, so the MSc in International Business is tuition-free for EU/EEA and Swiss citizens — one of the strongest value propositions in the Nordics. Non-EU/EEA students pay a tuition fee; Aarhus does not publish a single headline figure across all its master's programmes, so we don't quote one here — confirm the current tuition for this specific programme on the school's own page before applying. Note the higher cost of living in Denmark when budgeting.
Tuition for the Aarhus University Master in Management is Free for EU/EEA/Swiss students; tuition fee applies for non-EU/EEA students (confirm on the school's page) for the 2 years program.
Total tuition
Free for EU/EEA/Swiss students; tuition fee applies for non-EU/EEA students (confirm on the school's page)
Tuition (numeric)
Free (EU/EEA)
Program length
2 years
Tuition figures are the published rate for the 2026–27 cycle and exclude living costs,
travel, and optional exchange fees. Scholarships and need-based aid can materially reduce
the net cost — see the FAQs below.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Aarhus University's MSc in International Business cost?
It is tuition-free for EU/EEA and Swiss citizens, as Aarhus University is a public Danish institution. Non-EU/EEA students pay a tuition fee — Aarhus does not publish a single figure that applies across all programmes, so confirm the current tuition for this specific master's on the school's own page. Budget separately for Denmark's relatively high cost of living.
Do you need a GMAT for Aarhus University's MSc in International Business?
No — the GMAT is not required. Admission is grade-based with a limited intake, meaning you are not guaranteed a place even if you meet the requirements. Entry is a relevant bachelor's degree (180 ECTS) with specific prerequisite coursework in areas such as quantitative methods, marketing, finance, accounting and organisational theory, plus documented English proficiency.
Is Aarhus University a good business school?
Aarhus University's school of business and social sciences (Aarhus BSS) is one of the relatively few business schools to hold the triple-crown accreditation (AACSB, EQUIS and AMBA). The MSc in International Business is a research-based management master with a strong international and exchange orientation, and the tuition-free structure for EU/EEA students makes it a strong-value option in the Nordics.
Sources
Aarhus University — Master's degree programme in International Business ↗ — Aarhus University
Aarhus University — Tuition fees and application fee ↗ — Aarhus University