# Study abroad and exchange admission and application

**Source**: https://www.universiteitleiden.nl/en/education/admission-and-application/exchange
**Parent**: https://www.universiteitleiden.nl/en/education/admission-and-application/bachelors/admission-requirements

We are pleased you’ve chosen Leiden University for your study abroad or exchange programme and we look forward to receiving your application.

This guide will give you the necessary help and guidance in submitting your application.

- Step 1: [Check the admission requirements](https://www.universiteitleiden.nl/en/education/admission-and-application/exchange/admission-requirements)
- Step 2: [Check the application deadlines](https://www.universiteitleiden.nl/en/education/admission-and-application/exchange/application-deadlines)
- Step 3: [Collect the required documents](https://www.universiteitleiden.nl/en/education/admission-and-application/exchange/required-documents)
- Step 4: [Submit your application](https://www.universiteitleiden.nl/en/education/admission-and-application/exchange/application-procedure)
- Step 6: [Pay your tuition fees](https://www.universiteitleiden.nl/en/education/admission-and-application/exchange/tuition-fee) (if applicable)
- Step 7: [Prepare for your studies at Leiden University](https://www.universiteitleiden.nl/en/education/admission-and-application/exchange/prepare-for-your-studies-at-leiden-university)

**Joining Leiden University for a traineeship?**\
Instead, visit the [Internship, projects and traineeships page](https://www.universiteitleiden.nl/en/education/exchange/study-options/internships) to find out which steps to take.