Budget cuts

Due to lower government revenues, declining student numbers and increasing costs, Radboud University must use its resources more efficiently and reduce costs. In the coming years, this will lead to various measures to cut costs and organise operations more efficiently. On this page you will find the latest news about developments and measures related to the budget cuts at Radboud University.

News

News overview of budget cuts at Radboud University

16 February 2026 News item

In this actual overview you will find the latest developments regarding the budget cuts at Radboud University. The latest update is at the top of the page.

Update on Business Operations Savings Programme

16 February 2026 News item

Radboud University is facing a big challenge when it comes to savings. Due to lower revenues from the government, declining student numbers and increasing costs, Radboud University needs to deploy its resources more efficiently and reduce costs.

Faculty measures

In addition to university-wide initiatives, faculties are also working on implementing the austerity measures. For more information, please see the faculty information pages.

Projects

Savings programme

Organisational

Following the planned budget cuts to higher education, the Savings programme was launched in September 2024. The aim is to start working (together) more efficiently within business operations and to achieve structural savings.

Tools for employees

Career and development

Everything about your professional development as an employee and your (internal or external) career.

Training: Take back control in uncertain times

Would you like to handle change with more peace and confidence? Do you find yourself stuck in uncertainty and would prefer to have more control, but don't know where to start?

Questions or concerns?

If you have any questions or concerns, you can always contact your manager or director.

The press is requested to contact the Radboud University spokesperson:

koen.uijtdehaag [at] ru.nl 06-50085201