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Cost of Living

The cost of living is the main expense involved in studying in the Netherlands. But even here, the costs are unlikely to be higher than those involved in studying in the United Kingdom. Some cities are obviously more expensive than others, with Amsterdam being the most expensive destination.

The Dutch university year lasts roughly from 1st September to 30th June. Each of the 10 months you are at university will cost you the following amount:

Rent
€250-400
Food, Groceries etc
€180
Tuition
€167
Study Materials
€50
Insurance
€50
Clothes, Entertainment
€100
Total
€797 (c.£700)