Location
  • Netherlands
    • Amsterdam
Term
Fall, J-Term, Spring, Summer
Subject Areas
Accounting Anthropology Communications Economics European Studies Finance Health Sciences International Business International Relations Liberal Arts Marketing Public Health +2
Need-based funding, Merit-based funding, General grants/scholarships

Program Details

Program Type
Provider
Degree Level
Bachelors
Housing
Dormitory Host Family
Language
English

Pricing

Price Details
You get more for every dollar when you study abroad with CIEE! Our high-quality programs include tuition, housing, on-site airport pick-up, field trips and cultural activities, 24/7 on-site professional staff, and automatic iNext insurance. There are no hidden charges or surprises when you arrive, and scholarships opportunities are available!
What's Included
Accommodation Some Activities Classes Some Meals Travel Insurance
Apr 16, 2021
Jan 19, 2024
7 travelers are looking at this program

About Program

If you find yourself wondering why it’s so easy to feel at home in Amsterdam, chalk it up to “gezellig.” Roughly translated, that’s Dutch for cozy or home-like – 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. It’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.

The center is located conveniently across the street from the University of Amsterdam and is embedded in a thriving, student-friendly neighborhood with cafes and restaurants and picturesque canals.

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Program Highlights

  • CIEE Amsterdam is located conveniently across the street from the University of Amsterdam and is embedded in a thriving, student-friendly neighborhood with cafes and restaurants and picturesque canals.
  • Trips to Rotterdam, Maastricht, or an island off the Dutch coast.
  • Bike tours through Amsterdam’s countryside.
  • Tours of medieval castles.
  • Depending on their program of study and availability, students may be able to participate in an internship or volunteer.

Popular Programs

CIEE Amsterdam Summer Programs

Though the Dutch capital is home to the stock exchange, central bank, and numerous Dutch and international companies, it’s got an artsy, vibrant side too — think museums housing original works by Van Gogh and Rembrandt, art galleries, music clubs, and theaters.

CIEE Amsterdam Semester Programs

Whether you want to study Business, Humanities or examine social and environmental challenges with a critical lens, the Netherlands is the place to be.

CIEE Amsterdam January Program

Earn credits this January in one of the most progressive cities in the world. Join the locals and bicycle around this accessible, environmentally-conscious and multicultural European capital city.

Scholarships

CIEE

CIEE Scholarships and Grants

CIEE’s need-based grants offer support to students who face financial barriers to studying abroad. CIEE awards need-based grants based on students’ EFCs and program selection. The Gilman Go Global Grant offers students $750-$2,000 toward airfare, plus $2,500 toward semester program costs, or $1,000 toward summer program costs.

Value
$500 - $2,500

Program Reviews

4.73 Rating
based on 26 reviews
  • 5 rating 73.08%
  • 4 rating 26.92%
  • 3 rating 0%
  • 2 rating 0%
  • 1 rating 0%
  • Academics 4.1
  • Support 4.45
  • Fun 4.8
  • Housing 4.45
  • Safety 4.95
Showing 1 - 8 of 26 reviews
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Katelyn
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

January in Amsterdam

I had the most memorable month in Amsterdam with CIEE! From the start, the staff was supportive, responsive, and organized. They made themselves available to help us feel comfortable. The trips taken were the class were so much fun and a great way to meet the other students. I learned a ton in my class and made so many memories outside of class! Lots of shopping, things to do, and places to eat. We went to tons of museums and tried lots of different types of food as well. Would recommend to anyone!

What was the most unfamiliar thing you ate?
I tried Indonesian food for the first time with our school! It was delicious and greatly expanded my horizons.
Pros
  • Free time to explore and travel
  • Supportive staff
  • Housed with friends
Cons
  • Housing a bit out from the city
  • Some classes were on the weekends
  • Orientation was extremely helpful
5 people found this review helpful.
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Claudia
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Ideal study abroad program!

I had a great time studying abroad in Amsterdam with CIEE. The staff was extremely friendly, supportive and helpful getting all the students settled in Amsterdam at the beginning of the semester. Throughout the semester, they planned lots of fun outings for us in Amsterdam and other cities in the Netherlands. They were always very responsive via email or GroupMe about various academic, social, and cultural questions that students may have. Overall, the supportiveness of the staff made this program run smoothly and it was very appreciated.

What is your advice to future travelers on this program?
Take advantage of the program's excursions! It's a great way to get to know your host city and other cities nearby, and bond with others in your program!
Pros
  • Fun, informative trips
  • Supportive staff
  • Great academics
Cons
  • Pre-departure planning wasn't very organized
  • No public transportation vouchers
9 people found this review helpful.
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Emma
4/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Amsterdam Abroad

My experience studying abroad in Amsterdam was amazing. This is one of the most beautiful cities. The architecture is so unique and has so much history. Amsterdam has something for everyone. There are many museums, green spaces, yummy food, and good music. You will never run out of things to do. The rest of The Netherlands is also great and very easily accessible through their intercity trains. Schipol airport is also very well connected so you can easily get around and travel to other countries. I also felt very safe in Amsterdam and was comfortable walking around everywhere by myself.

What was the most surprising thing you saw or did?
Amsterdam has many different policies when it comes to health and safety, compared to the US. With one of my classes we where able to visit a drug consumption room, a place where addicts can go and consume safely. We where also able to visit the PIC and speak with a sex worker which was very eye opening.
Pros
  • Great public transport
  • Beautiful architecture
  • very safe
Cons
  • weather
  • price of some food
  • housing distance from center of city
17 people found this review helpful.
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Nicole
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Amsterdam Summer 2023

Amsterdam was the perfect place to study abroad for the summer! CIEE handled all aspects of our stay wonderfully. My housing option was conveniently central and close to where our classes were. We were offered plenty of support, and despite never having to use it, I was aware of where to go if needed. The city was extremely safe and walkable, which made it easy to explore with friends regardless of the time of day. Lastly, the academics that were offered boasted a great range of topics and class sizes, and instructors were passionate about their chosen class topics.

Pros
  • Walkable City
  • English speaker friendly
  • Friendly people
Cons
  • Temperamental weather
  • Student housing options were far away from each other
29 people found this review helpful.
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Sophie
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Summer Business and Communications Amsterdam

A safe and reliable program with good housing and a couple of fun excursions that are planned, but aside from class mostly free time. A good opportunity to live abroad and explore independently while getting credits. They are somewhat disorganized but ultimately everything gets sorted. This is a great option if you only want to spend 4 weeks abroad and meet people. It is mostly students who are 19, 20, and 21 so expect that age range. Anyone can sign up for this program when approved so you meet people from all over.

Pros
  • Safe and Simple Housing
  • Easy to meet other students
  • Good course
Cons
  • Bad administrative communication in the beginning stages
  • Lack of academic organization
29 people found this review helpful.
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Kaylee
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Studying Abroad in Amsterdam with CIEE

Being able to explore Amsterdam and the cities around has been the best part of this experience. Transportation has been really easy to use. Administration from CIEE is super helpful in giving you tips on where to go and how to get there throughout the city and in other countries. My professor had a lot of great experiences in the workforce that he could share in class that related to the topic taught. Being abroad has given my time to learn about myself and to do things I wouldn't normally. Learning about the culture has been really cool to gain a new perspective and makes you adapt. A really nice part is that almost everyone speaks English in Amsterdam.

Pros
  • speaks english everywhere
  • bike or walk everywhere
  • so many food options
Cons
  • public transportation can cost a lot
  • weather app is not always accurate
35 people found this review helpful.
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Emma
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

Amsterdam Business and Communications Summer Program

This study abroad experience was one of my best college decisions. CIEE was the first program I found that catered to all my desires. Within my summer Business and Communications Program, I took classes in my field of study and counted towards credit back at my home university. Additionally, the program allowed me to take weekend trips to other surrounding countries, truly making the most of my study abroad experience. Not to mention, the opportunity of both need and merit-based aid in a program that was already affordable was appealing. The program also was not exclusively connected with any one college or university, meaning that students were coming from a variety of different places, backgrounds, and schools. I knew this would make building friendships much easier because we were all in the same boat of being in a new country virtually alone.

Pros
  • beautiful city
  • lots to do - day and night life
  • everyone speaks english
Cons
  • public transport can be expensive
31 people found this review helpful.
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Olivia
5/5
Yes, I recommend this program

CIEE - Amsterdam

Studying in Amsterdam with CIEE was a great experience. CIEE was incredibly responsive and supportive throughout the entire process, while still having all the freedom and space to explore. It was nice to be able to take both CIEE classes and classes with University of Amsterdam because they were very different both academically and socially. I was able to invest in adventures and not just academics. Overall, I highly recommend this program because it gave me more confidence in myself and my independence while maintaining a strong support system.

Pros
  • Biking as transportation
  • Access to experiences
  • The city
Cons
  • Housing can vary in location
  • More expensive than other places in Europe
  • Weather
39 people found this review helpful.

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