Study in Netherlands
Hundreds of English-taught programs and an internationally connected job market.
- Tuition / year
- $12,000 โ $22,000
- Living cost / year
- $11,000 โ $16,000
- Visa complexity
- Low
- Scholarships
- Moderate
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Cost ranges are ARISE reference estimates for planning โ not a guarantee. Confirm the current figure before you decide.
What you'll need to apply
- Bachelor's with 65%+
- IELTS 6.5
- Motivation letter
- Proof of funds
Popular programs & cities
After you graduate: Orientation Year (zoekjaar): 12 months.
Your student visa checklist
Valid passport
Document
Valid for the full duration of your course.
University offer letter
Document
Unconditional or confirmed enrolment letter.
Proof of funds
Financial
Tuition plus living costs held for the required period.
Health documents
Health
Medical or tuberculosis screening where required.
Visa application form
Step
Complete and pay the official application fee.
Biometrics appointment
Appointment
Fingerprints and photograph at a visa centre.
Visa interview
Appointment
Where required by the destination country.
Your first month after landing
- 24 hoursReach your accommodation and check in
- 24 hoursMessage family that you have arrived safely
- 24 hoursActivate your local SIM / eSIM
- 24 hoursLocate your university campus and travel route
- 7 daysOpen a student bank account in the Netherlands
- 7 daysComplete university registration / enrolment
- 7 daysCollect your student ID card
- 7 daysSet up a public transport card and understand routes
- 7 daysComplete any local registration required for students
- 7 daysFind nearby grocery and essential stores
- 30 daysRegister for healthcare access
- 30 daysUnderstand local laws, tenancy and safety rules
- 30 daysJoin student societies and community groups
- 30 daysCheck part-time work rules and start a job search
- 30 daysAttend orientation and meet your academic advisor
- 7 daysRegister with the municipality (BSN)
Talk to students & workers currently in Netherlands
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Costs, visa conditions and work rights change often. Use what is here to plan and compare, then confirm the details before you decide.
