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Locations: Amsterdam, Netherlands
Program Terms: Fall, Full Year Exchange, Spring, Summer
Homepage: Click to visit
Program Sponsor: WorldStrides

Dates / Deadlines:

Dates / Deadlines:
Term	Year	App Deadline	Decision Date	Start Date	End Date
Summer	2026	02/01/2026	02/02/2026	TBA	TBA
Spring	2027	02/15/2026	02/16/2026	TBA	TBA
Fall	2026	05/01/2026 **	Rolling Admission	08/16/2026	12/20/2026
Full Year Exchange	2026-2027	05/01/2026 **	Rolling Admission	08/16/2026	05/30/2027
** Indicates rolling admission application process. Applicants will be notified of acceptance into this program and be able to complete post-decision materials prior to the term's application deadline.
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Fact Sheet:

Fact Sheet:
Language of Instruction:	English	Minimum GPA:	3.0

Program Description:

Semester at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam

Challenge yourself academically while living in Amsterdam, one of Europe’s most innovative and bike-friendly cities. At Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam (VU), you’ll take courses on a modern, dynamic campus in the Zuidas district — Amsterdam’s fast-growing business and academic hub.

Student snorkeling above great barrier reef

Program highlights

Explore research-driven courses in fields like earth and life sciences, business and economics, social sciences, and the humanities
All courses are taught in English alongside Dutch and international students
VU’s academic calendar is divided into six intensive blocks, giving you the chance to focus on two or three classes per period
Learn the Dutch way of life through VU’s Buddy Program, which pairs you with a local student for cultural insight and campus tips
From walking tours and cheese tastings in Amsterdam to exploring Brussels and nearby cities, this program delivers on academics and cultural discovery

Discover Amsterdam

Scholarships and financial aid

Each year we award more than $1 million in need- and merit-based scholarships.

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How to get started

Reach out to our team and program alumni to learn more.
Meet with your study abroad office.
Submit your applications through your university and WorldStrides.

Meet Paige B.

"The classes were very interesting, and I felt completely welcomed as an international student. Many professors accommodated my lack of prior knowledge of the area by taking the time to help me understand the land I was now living in."

worldstrides.com/study-abroad

WorldStrides has helped students have life-changing experiences abroad for over 40 years. Now it's your turn! Formerly known as International Studies Abroad (ISA) and The Education Abroad Network (TEAN), WorldStrides provides high-quality semester, summer, and year-long study abroad programs, internships, research, and experiential-learning opportunities with full-service support from expert staff located around the world. We even offer scholarships, grants and discounts to make going abroad a reality for all students. Let us help you get started. Our team is ready when you are!