Erasmus WhatsApp Groups Ghent 2027-2028
- Active groups
- 0
- Academic year
- 2027-2028
- Opens
- May — July
Ghent · Belgium
Ghent · BelgiumThe Ghent groups for 2027-2028 are not open yet
There is no verified Ghent group for the 2027-2028 academic year yet. Each cycle's groups usually open between May and July of the preceding year, once places are confirmed. We only publish a group once its invite link genuinely works, so this page will update as soon as a Ghent group is confirmed.
In the meantime, here is what we do know about Ghent:
Erasmus in Ghent: what to know first
A medieval university city with illuminated canals and buzzing student life.
The Ghent groups for the 2027-2028 academic year are not run by any institution: they are opened by students arriving that same year, usually between the spring and summer before. They fill in waves — first the people with a confirmed place, then the ones locking down housing — which is why a group created too early often stalls half empty.
You do not need to join all of them. Start with the one that solves your most urgent problem in Ghent, and add the rest once you have an arrival date.
In Ghent the general group is usually the best way in: it is where everything else gets arranged.
Ghent scored on ten signals
Our editorial rating of Ghent, from 0 to 100 on each signal.
- Safety
- 90
- Student atmosphere
- 90
- Nightlife
- 85
- Academic level
- 80
- Housing
- 80
- Transport links
- 70
- Food
- 70
- Affordability
- 50
- Nature
- 40
- Weather
- 30
The best and worst of Ghent
This comes straight from the scores we publish for Ghent — the same ones shown as bars on its city page. The good and the bad, unvarnished.
- a very strong sense of safety
- a lively student atmosphere
- some of the best nightlife in Europe
- harsh weather, especially in winter
- little nature access without travelling far
What living in Ghent costs
The reference prices we use for Ghent. Handy for judging whether a room offered in a 2027-2028 group is priced fairly or padded.
€798
Room / rent per month
€53
Transport pass
€5
A beer
- Rough monthly floor in Ghent
- €891
Rent + transport + eight drinks a month. It is a floor, not a full budget: no food, tuition or travel included.
Before you join a Ghent group
Erasmus groups are also hunting ground for rental scams, especially in Ghent when demand spikes. Three rules head off almost every problem:
- 01Never pay a deposit or a holding fee for a room you have not seen, contract or no contract: it is the most common scam and the most expensive.
- 02Be wary of anyone who pulls you out of the group into a private chat to close the deal fast and under pressure.
- 03A price far below the city reference is almost never a bargain; it is the bait.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are there Ghent groups for 2027-2028 yet?
None for Ghent in 2027-2028 has a working link yet. We would rather list nothing than dead links.
When do the Ghent groups for 2027-2028 open?
Between May and July of the preceding year. They are opened by the students arriving in Ghent, not the university, so there is no official date.
How much does a room in Ghent cost?
Around 798 € a month for a room in Ghent. Far below that figure, be suspicious.
Is it safe to join a Ghent WhatsApp group?
MyErasmus does not manage or moderate these groups. The real risk is rental scams in Ghent: never pay a deposit for a room you have not seen.
Can I join before my place is confirmed?
Yes, it is the norm in Ghent. Check anything important with your international office.
Can I submit a Ghent group that already exists?
Yes, via the submit button. We review it by hand and only publish it if the link works.
MyErasmus does not manage or moderate external WhatsApp groups. Links are verified periodically but may become inactive. Always exercise caution when joining external groups.