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Locations: Amsterdam, Netherlands
Program Terms: Academic Calendar, Fall, Spring
Homepage: Click to visit
Program Sponsor: CIEE

Dates / Deadlines:

Dates / Deadlines:
Term	Year	App Deadline	Decision Date	Start Date	End Date
Spring	2027	12/01/2026 **	Rolling Admission	TBA	TBA
Fall	2027	03/15/2027	03/15/2027	08/18/2027	12/20/2027
** Indicates rolling admission application process. Applicants will be immediately notified of acceptance into this program and be able to complete post-decision materials prior to the term's application deadline.

Fact Sheet:

Fact Sheet:
Program:	Study Abroad	Click here for a definition of this term Language of Instruction:	English
Students must check the GPA requirements of each provider:	3.0	Housing Options:	Homestay, Student Housing - Dormitories
Areas of Study:	Accounting, Economics, Entrepreneurship, Finance, Human Resources Management, International Business, Management, Marketing, Mathematics & Statistics, Tourism, Urban Studies	Minimum Class Standing:	03 - Junior

Program Description:

Business + Culture

Amsterdam, Netherlands

Visit CIEE's Program Page

Program Overview

Your Business + Culture program in Amsterdam lasts a full semester and is designed for students with a background in business. You will enroll in a combination of CIEE courses, host institution courses, and courses taught online through CIEE's global academic partner, ASU. Enhance your experience with co-curricular and extracurricular activities while immersing yourself in Dutch culture. Live and learn in Amsterdam!

Unique Experiences

Get a multicultural perspective

by living in one of the most diverse and innovative cities in the world

Commute and cruise around by bike

and make the most of an up-close and fast-moving city experience

Join a Dutch family for the weekend

for a personal introduction to Dutch culture and lifestyle

Learn More About Amsterdam

Your Destination

Amsterdam is the Netherlands' cosmopolitan city, renowned for its thriving business landscape and rich cultural heritage. As a global hub for entrepreneurship, finance, and international trade, Amsterdam offers exceptional opportunities for students studying business and culture. The city's unique blend of Dutch traditions, iconic landmarks such as the Anne Frank House and Rijksmuseum, world-class museums, and thriving creative industries make Amsterdam the perfect place to study abroad.

Housing

While housing is limited in Amsterdam, CIEE Amsterdam offers a variety of housing options throughout the city. All housing is located within a 45-minute commute of CIEE Amsterdam and the city center by public transport or bicycle.

View CIEE's program page for additional housing information.

Program Highlights

Academic Courses: Choose from CIEE courses, host institution courses, and online courses delivered by CIEE’s global partner, ASU, that align with your academic major.
Immersive Experiences: Participate in activities, excursions, study tours, and more that showcase your host city's culture, values, and local art, film, music, cuisine, and sports scenes.
Academic Projects: Enroll in an optional for-credit independent research project or service-learning project for increased professional development opportunities.

Activities

CIEE’s excursions and cultural activities in Amsterdam will open doors for you to explore the Netherlands' rich diversity, language, culture, history, and timeless beauty in ways that will enhance your time abroad.

Samples of past excursions and activities:

Slip out of urban life to experience the wonders of Dutch nature during weekend overnight trips
Go mudflat walking on the floor of the Wadden Sea at the UNESCO World Heritage site of Schiermonnikoog in the spring
Cycle leisurely through changing landscapes of De Hoge Veluwe National Park in the fall

Please note: Activities are based on past programs and subject to change at CIEE's discretion to adapt to local circumstances and participant feedback. Our goal when arranging activities is always to enhance your experience.

Academics

CIEE Amsterdam:?Study in the heart of the Plantagebuurt in Amsterdam! CIEE Amsterdam boasts four classrooms, a student lounge with complimentary books, office space, and a charming outdoor patio.

University of Amsterdam (UvA):?The University of Amsterdam offers intensive courses across business studies, economics, and finance. UvA is one of the largest broad-based research universities in Amsterdam, one of the top 15 universities in Europe, and is AACSB accredited.

Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam (VU):?Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam?boasts a strong international environment and with almost 50 Bachelor’s degree programs and more than 150 Master’s degree programs, the VU offers a wide and varied range of study options for both Dutch and international students and is AACSB accredited.

Arizona State University (ASU):?Brought to you by CIEE in partnership with ASU, enhance your international coursework with online classes that align with your degree requirements. ASU offers thousands of online courses in asynchronous 7.5-week sessions that fit within the CIEE academic calendar.

View CIEE's program page for additional academic information, eligibility requirements, and courses.

1 out of 3 CIEE students receives a scholarship - get yours!

GAIN Travel Grants - Up to $1,500 toward travel costs guaranteed to students with a FAFSA SAI of $10,000 or less. Higher should still apply!

Gilman Go Global Grants - Up to $2,500/semester, $1,500/quarter, and $1,000 guaranteed to Benjamin A Gilman International Scholarship applicants.

Merit-Based Scholarships - Up to $2,500/semester, $1,500/quarter, and $750/summer awarded to students deomonstrating high academic achievement.

Learn More About Scholarships

What's Included

Tuition
Housing
Advising before you depart to set goals and answer questions
Optional on-site airport meet-and-greet
Orientation – an introduction to your academic program, plus practical information about living in your host city
Full-time program leadership and support in your host city
Cultural and/or Co-curricular Activities
Excursions and/or Study Tours
Insurance and other travel benefits, with CIEE iNext Travel Protection
24/7 emergency on-site support

Why CIEE

200+ study abroad programs in 40+ countries
$8 million in scholarships offered each year
1 in 3 students receives a scholarship
Study tours and cultural activities included
Internships and volunteering opportunities
Rigorous academics
Cultural immersion
iNext Travel Protection included

Questions?

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