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Grocery stores
Since you are a human, you will need food to survive. Sometimes even before getting a BSN, you would want to visit a grocery store, but then you realize that your favorite brand doesn’t exist in the Netherlands. Fun fact: Dutch people tend to go grocery shopping for 1-2 days more than any other…
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Getting started
Just thinking about studying in the Netherlands? Here are some simple steps that can help you figure out what you want.
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Health insurance
Being insured is not just a good thing to be; it is actually mandatory for both non-EU and EU/EEA students. Knowing what insurance to choose and understanding the Dutch healthcare system is important. Student Insurance Now this sounds like the go-to solution for all students. However, it is targeted at non-EU/EEA students and is…
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Helpful resources
There are many places on the internet where you can find more information regarding studying in the Netherlands. We have compiled a list of pages we find especially helpful: Join our Discord server! We have a community of prospective and current students on Discord. You are invited to join and ask all the questions…
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Benefits (Toeslagen)
There are several benefits given to low-income residents. Since most students don’t make a lot of money, you are likely to be eligible for these. Yes, non-EU students can also qualify! Housing allowance (Huurtoeslag) This allowance subsidizes rent for people renting a whole unit (e.g., an apartment, studio, or house) and not just a…
Thinking about studying in 🇳🇱?
From applying to a university to actually moving here, there is a lot to organize. We aim to provide a concise guide on the essentials for international students coming to the Netherlands.
We also have a Discord server where you can ask questions and connect with other students.
