Find out why Amsterdammers love it here, and you will too
Finding student housing
Amsterdam is one of the most exciting cities to live in, and as a result, housing is in hot demand. We recommend that you start looking for your new h...
Accessibility
As the city of cycles, Amsterdam is naturally very easy to get around (it helps that the city is extraordinarily flat). The small city is also conveni...
Student associations
Being a student in the Amsterdam Area is an amazing experience – there’s no doubt about that, but there’s so much going on that it c...
Cost of living
As with any city, living costs depend largely on your lifestyle (and how much you go out!) Here is a quick guide to what it might cost to cover your e...
Arrival guide
There’s so much to see and do as a student in the Amsterdam Area, it can be tricky to know where to start. Here are our tips for making the most...
Student discounts in Amsterdam
Student life may be expensive, but that doesn’t mean missing out on any of the fun. Find out which stores, venues and organisations in the Amste...
Safety in Amsterdam
Amsterdam is often considered one of the safest cities in the world. It’s a great place to be a student, where the crime rate is low and police keep a...
Healthcare
It’s always a bit weird going to the doctor in another country, but you don’t have to worry: healthcare in the Amsterdam Area is among the...
Insurances
Find out all you need to know about health insurance and other insurances for students in the Amsterdam Area (and the Netherlands). For example, healt...
Learning Dutch
If you come to Amsterdam as an international student on an English-language programme, you will find that you can find your way around quite easily wi...
Looking after your mental health
Studying abroad for any length of time can be daunting. Far away from family, friends and familiarity, students living away from home may find themsel...
