Study Abroad in the Netherlands
Study abroad in the Netherlands and experience world-renowned museums, art galleries, music, opera, and theater.
Located in northwestern Europe, the Netherlands is a picturesque country rich in Dutch traditions, language, and culture. Home to famous sites in Amsterdam like the Van Gogh Museum and Anne Frank House, the Netherlands is full of beautiful canals, cafes, and a vibrant arts scene that make the country worth remembering.
When you complete a study abroad Netherlands program, you can take a variety of courses including business, the humanities, and social and environmental science. If you’re looking to learn more about Dutch language, life, and culture all while earning college credit, the Netherlands is the place to be.
Choose from semester, summer, and year-long study abroad programs in the Netherlands. Enjoy world-renowned museums, art galleries, music, opera, and theater. Explore markets, cafes, and parks, and get to truly know the cities’ neighborhoods and streets by bike in the most cycle-friendly country on earth.
Study Abroad Programs in the Netherlands
- London, England
- Amsterdam, Netherlands
- Study Program
Explore two of the world’s leading healthcare systems and build a foundation in public health.
- Art Capital
- Big City
- London, England
- Amsterdam, Netherlands
- Study Program
Explore two of the world’s leading healthcare systems and build a foundation in public health.
- Art Capital
- Big City
- Amsterdam, Netherlands
- Study Program
Spend January earning credits in one of Europe's most multicultural and historic cities!
- Bike Friendly
- Amsterdam, Netherlands
- Study Program
Spend your summer studying the culture of the Netherlands.
- Big City
- Bike Friendly
- Amsterdam, Netherlands
- Study Program
See business in action in this diverse Dutch capital.
- Big City
- Bike Friendly
- Study Program
The Dutch capital of Amsterdam is an ideal place for studying global business.
- AACSB-Accredited
- Bike Friendly
- Host Institution
- Amsterdam, Netherlands
- Study Program
- Multi-Location Offering
During this Open Campus Block program you’ll learn about the liberal and progressive policies of the Netherlands in CIEE catered course
- Big City
- Bike Friendly
- Study Program
Explore Social Sciences + Humanities in one of Europe’s most progressive cities.
- AACSB-Accredited
- Big City
- Bike Friendly
- Host Institution
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Frequently Asked Questions
The cost of studying abroad in the Netherlands varies depending on your program and the duration of your program. Luckily, there are several scholarship opportunities available to students interested in studying in the Netherlands. Find more information on CIEE’s Study Abroad Scholarships and Grants page.
If you’re wondering, “Is the Netherlands a good place to study abroad?” we would say absolutely! There are several reasons to study in the Netherlands, from the country’s embrace of environmentalism and multiculturalism to the history and culture of the Dutch. Whether you’re looking to spend a summer, semester, or year living in the Netherlands, this country is sure to impress you with its endless opportunities to travel, study, and explore.
If you’re wondering how to study abroad in the Netherlands, you can complete a few simple steps – search our study abroad programs in the Netherlands, connect with your campus study abroad office, and start your application.
The Netherlands is one of the safest countries to study abroad in, with Amsterdam being one of the safest cities to study abroad in Europe. As with any study abroad program, we recommend that students keep their belongings nearby, stay aware of their surroundings, and travel in groups when possible.