Summer Contemporary Netherlands Studies
Unique Experiences
GET AROUND BY BIKE
it슬롯사이트™s the Dutch way 슬롯사이트“ and the best way to get a closer perspective of this multicultural city.
FOR A COMPLETE LOOK AT DUTCH CULTURE
explore beyond Amsterdam with day trips.
LIVE LIKE A LOCAL
by catching an outdoor film or hosting a barbecue at Vondelpark.
850 K
BIKES
1753
BRIDGES
180
NATIONALITIES
Your Destination
If you find yourself wondering why it슬롯사이트™s so easy to feel at home in Amsterdam, chalk it up to 슬롯사이트œgezellig.슬롯사이트 Roughly translated, that슬롯사이트™s Dutch for cozy or home-like 슬롯사이트“ a sensibility commonly associated with this city. Compact and easy to navigate by bike or on foot, Amsterdam houses more than 6,000 buildings from the 16th century forward that are protected for historic importance. It슬롯사이트™s loaded with charm and treasures, from the gabled houses that stand shoulder-to-shoulder along the canals, to glorious masterpieces by Van Gogh, Rembrandt, Matisse, and more. Not to mention, though it boasts 180 different nationalities (making it home to one of the most diverse populations in the world), English is the unofficial second language here, so it슬롯사이트™s easy to communicate with the locals. What's more, 슬롯머신 Amsterdam is conveniently located close to the University of Amsterdam in the tranquil Plantage neighborhood, where students can easily drop in to speak to 슬롯머신 staff, study, or simply hang out in the student area between classes.
The Culture
EXCURSIONS & ACTIVITIES
- During the orientation, venture out into the countryside to visit an old medieval castle, a small authentic fisherman슬롯사이트™s town, or small Dutch town bearing immense historical significance
- Take a day trip that highlights Dutch innovation outside the city rings of Amsterdam, such as a trip to the Eastern Scheldt storm surge barrier or an architecture and design-focused visit to Rotterdam.
- Explore Amsterdam's world-famous canal belt on a private canal cruise or leave the city behind and paddle a canoe through the Amsterdamse Bos (Amsterdam Forest)
- Relax during an open-air movie screening at a popular Amsterdam city beach.
- Go to a concert, play, flea market, or a special exhibition in one of Amsterdam슬롯사이트™s museums.
Program Blogs
A Summer Day in Zwolle with 슬롯머신 Amsterdam
The students had arrived. The rooms were full. The pancakes had been eaten. Names shared, friendships begun, stories told. The week of arrival and orientation for study abroad students at... keep reading
Pathé Tuschinski Movie Theater in Amsterdam
By: Ellie Stein If you are a movie lover like me, Amsterdam슬롯사이트™s 1920s movie theater will be one of your favorite spots to visit in Amsterdam. The art deco style... keep reading
Embracing Sustainable Travel
By: Mya Cummins When I decided to study abroad in Amsterdam with 슬롯머신, I knew I슬롯사이트™d be stepping into a city famous for its canals, art, and rich history. What... keep reading
HOUSING & MEALS
HOUSING
All housing is located within a 45-minute commute to 슬롯머신 Amsterdam Center and the University of Amsterdam (UvA).
Standard Housing: Includes a single room in a residence hall.
- Residence Halls:슬롯사이트¯Students live in single rooms with en suite bathrooms and access to a shared kitchen and laundry facilities.
A note: The default criterion to assign housing is first-come, first-served; however, other factors may also be considered. If we cannot accommodate your first housing choice, we'll let you know before you arrive. Non-standard housing options require an additional fee that can be found in the program Dates and Fees.
MEALS
Residence Halls Students staying in residence halls are responsible for their own meals.슬롯사이트¯
Transportation
Students are responsible for their own travel costs in and around Amsterdam. The best way to travel around the city is by bike. Whatever the weather, the Dutch will steadfastly cycle to work, school, and back home 슬롯사이트“ and you can, too! 슬롯머신 staff will fill you in on all your options for getting a bike once you arrive onsite.슬롯사이트¯
Academics
Students choose one, two, or three 4-week sessions and focus on the Netherlands슬롯사이트™ cultural and social history and challenges. Courses are taught by qualified lecturers from the Netherlands. In-class work is augmented with co-curricular visits to the city슬롯사이트™s rich variety of cultural institutions and organizations relevant to the course offering.
슬롯머신 Amsterdam슬롯사이트¯is conveniently located a short walk away from the University of Amsterdam in a thriving, student-friendly neighborhood surrounded by cafés, restaurants, and picturesque canals.
Course Information
Course Notes
Students studying in Amsterdam for multiple sessions may only take슬롯사이트¯Communicative Dutch Language슬롯사이트¯course once.
Summer Session I 2025
Summer Session II 2025
Summer Session III 2025
Note: This course listing is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a contract between 슬롯머신 and any applicant, student, institution, or other party. The courses, as described, may be subject to change as a result of ongoing curricular revisions, assignment of lecturers and teaching staff, and program development. Courses may be canceled due to insufficient enrollment.
"(GI)" denotes courses that originated at 슬롯머신's Global Institutes and that are offered at multiple 슬롯머신 sites.
Scholarships & Grants
슬롯머신 offers scholarships and grants annually to help students like you make your study abroad dream a reality.
Students who apply to this program are eligible for the following scholarships and grants:
- Ping Scholarships for Academic Excellence
- Global Access Initiative (GAIN) Grants
- 슬롯머신 Gilman Go Global Grant
- MSI Grant
- 슬롯머신 STEM Scholarship
To be considered, submit the 슬롯머신 Scholarships & Grants application within your 슬롯머신 program application.
Dates & Fees
You get more for every dollar when you study abroad with 슬롯머신, because our high-quality programs include everything from excursions to insurance. There are no hidden charges, and no disappointing surprises when you arrive.
Program |
Application Due |
Start Date |
End Date |
Fees & Housing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Program Summer Session I 2025 4 weeks | Application Due Deadline Passed | Start Date | End Date | Fees & Housing $6,250 |
| Program Summer Session II 2025 4 weeks | Application Due Deadline Passed | Start Date | End Date | Fees & Housing $6,250 |
| Program Summer Session III 2025 4 weeks | Application Due Deadline Passed | Start Date | End Date | Fees & Housing $6,250 |
| Program Summer Session I and II 2025 8 weeks | Application Due Deadline Passed | Start Date | End Date | Fees & Housing $11,250 |
| Program Summer Session II and III 2025 8 weeks | Application Due Deadline Passed | Start Date | End Date | Fees & Housing $11,250 |
| Program Summer Sessions I, II and III 2025 12 weeks | Application Due Deadline Passed | Start Date | End Date | Fees & Housing $16,250 |
To help you budget, keep in mind that students are responsible for the cost of international airfare, local transportation, books and supplies, visas, and personal expenses. In addition, your college or university may charge additional fees for study abroad, or may require you to receive a transcript via 슬롯머신's 슬롯 게임 of Record, which carries an additional fee of $500.
Program Fees
슬롯머신 offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and 슬롯머신 iNext travel protection with benefits.
| Participation Confirmation | $300 * |
| Educational Costs | $3,750 ** |
| Housing | $2,000 *** |
| Insurance | $200 |
| Total Fees | $6,250 |
Financial Aid
슬롯머신 offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional and MSI grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants.
Estimated Costs
Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.
| Meals not included in program fee | $470 슬롯사이트 |
| International Airfare | $1,250 슬롯사이트 â¶Ä |
| Local Transportation | $140 |
| Books & Supplies | $50 |
| Personal expenses | $150 슬롯사이트 â¶Ä 슬롯사이트 |
| Total Costs | $2,060 |
*non-refundable
**direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students
***Housing fees listed are for financial aid purposes only and should not be considered a basis for calculation of refunds.
슬롯사이트 For groceries if you plan on making your own meals, budget more money if you plan on eating out regularly.
슬롯사이트 â¶Ä Round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure
슬롯사이트 â¶Ä 슬롯사이트 $100 emergency fund + cell phone expense + toiletries
Program Fees
슬롯머신 offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and 슬롯머신 iNext travel protection with benefits.
| Participation Confirmation | $300 * |
| Educational Costs | $3,750 ** |
| Housing | $2,000 *** |
| Insurance | $200 |
| Total Fees | $6,250 |
Financial Aid
슬롯머신 offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional and MSI grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants.
Estimated Costs
Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.
| Meals not included in program fee | $470 슬롯사이트 |
| International Airfare | $1,250 슬롯사이트 â¶Ä |
| Local Transportation | $140 |
| Books & Supplies | $50 |
| Personal expenses | $150 슬롯사이트 â¶Ä 슬롯사이트 |
| Total Costs | $2,060 |
*non-refundable
**direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students
***Housing fees listed are for financial aid purposes only and should not be considered a basis for calculation of refunds.
슬롯사이트 For groceries if you plan on making your own meals, budget more money if you plan on eating out regularly.
슬롯사이트 â¶Ä Round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure
슬롯사이트 â¶Ä 슬롯사이트 $100 emergency fund + cell phone expense + toiletries
Program Fees
슬롯머신 offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and 슬롯머신 iNext travel protection with benefits.
| Participation Confirmation | $300 * |
| Educational Costs | $3,750 ** |
| Housing | $2,000 *** |
| Insurance | $200 |
| Total Fees | $6,250 |
Financial Aid
슬롯머신 offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional and MSI grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants.
Estimated Costs
Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.
| Meals not included in program fee | $470 슬롯사이트 |
| International Airfare | $1,250 슬롯사이트 â¶Ä |
| Local Transportation | $140 |
| Books & Supplies | $50 |
| Personal expenses | $150 슬롯사이트 â¶Ä 슬롯사이트 |
| Total Costs | $2,060 |
*non-refundable
**direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students
***Housing fees listed are for financial aid purposes only and should not be considered a basis for calculation of refunds.
슬롯사이트 For groceries if you plan on making your own meals, budget more money if you plan on eating out regularly.
슬롯사이트 â¶Ä Round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure
슬롯사이트 â¶Ä 슬롯사이트 $100 emergency fund + cell phone expense + toiletries
Program Fees
슬롯머신 offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and 슬롯머신 iNext travel protection with benefits.
| Participation Confirmation | $300 * |
| Educational Costs | $6,750 ** |
| Housing | $4,000 *** |
| Insurance | $200 |
| Total Fees | $11,250 |
Financial Aid
슬롯머신 offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional and MSI grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants.
Estimated Costs
Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.
| Meals not included in program fee | $940 슬롯사이트 |
| International Airfare | $1,250 슬롯사이트 â¶Ä |
| Local Transportation | $280 |
| Books & Supplies | $100 |
| Personal expenses | $300 슬롯사이트 â¶Ä 슬롯사이트 |
| Total Costs | $2,870 |
*non-refundable
**direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students
***Housing fees listed are for financial aid purposes only and should not be considered a basis for calculation of refunds.
슬롯사이트 For groceries if you plan on making your own meals, budget more money if you plan on eating out regularly.
슬롯사이트 â¶Ä Round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure
슬롯사이트 â¶Ä 슬롯사이트 $100 emergency fund + cell phone expense + toiletries
Program Fees
슬롯머신 offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and 슬롯머신 iNext travel protection with benefits.
| Participation Confirmation | $300 * |
| Educational Costs | $6,750 ** |
| Housing | $4,000 *** |
| Insurance | $200 |
| Total Fees | $11,250 |
Financial Aid
슬롯머신 offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional and MSI grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants.
Estimated Costs
Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.
| Meals not included in program fee | $940 슬롯사이트 |
| International Airfare | $1,250 슬롯사이트 â¶Ä |
| Local Transportation | $280 |
| Books & Supplies | $100 |
| Personal expenses | $300 슬롯사이트 â¶Ä 슬롯사이트 |
| Total Costs | $2,870 |
*non-refundable
**direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students
***Housing fees listed are for financial aid purposes only and should not be considered a basis for calculation of refunds.
슬롯사이트 For groceries if you plan on making your own meals, budget more money if you plan on eating out regularly.
슬롯사이트 â¶Ä Round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure
슬롯사이트 â¶Ä 슬롯사이트 $100 emergency fund + cell phone expense + toiletries
Program Fees
슬롯머신 offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and 슬롯머신 iNext travel protection with benefits.
| Participation Confirmation | $300 * |
| Educational Costs | $9,750 ** |
| Housing | $6,000 *** |
| Insurance | $200 |
| Total Fees | $16,250 |
Financial Aid
슬롯머신 offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $8 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, institutional and MSI grants, and Gilman Go Global Grants.
Estimated Costs
Students are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration.
| Meals not included in program fee | $1,410 슬롯사이트 |
| International Airfare | $1,250 슬롯사이트 â¶Ä |
| Local Transportation | $420 |
| Books & Supplies | $150 |
| Personal expenses | $450 슬롯사이트 â¶Ä 슬롯사이트 |
| Total Costs | $3,680 |
*non-refundable
**direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students
***Housing fees listed are for financial aid purposes only and should not be considered a basis for calculation of refunds.
슬롯사이트 For groceries if you plan on making your own meals, budget more money if you plan on eating out regularly.
슬롯사이트 â¶Ä Round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure
슬롯사이트 â¶Ä 슬롯사이트 $100 emergency fund + cell phone expense + toiletries
What's Included
Tuition
Housing
Pre-departure Advising
Advising before you depart to set goals and answer questions
Optional on-site airport meet-and-greet
Orientation
Introduction to your program plus practical information about living in your host city
On-site Staff
Full-time program leadership and support in your city
Cultural and/or Co-curricular Activities
Excursions and/or Study Tours
Travel Protection
슬롯머신 iNext travel protection
24/7 emergency on-site support
Our Staff
Kallan Picha
Center Director
Kallan has more than 15 years of experience working in international higher education for both universities and providers and is passionate about expanding opportunities for students to experience the transformational power of studying abroad.
Cathelijn Kuis
Student Life Director
Cathelijn studied Journalism (BA) and American Studies (MA) at the University of Utrecht.
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Send us an email if you still have questions or need information about applying to this program.
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