Study Abroad at Vrijie Universitat Amsterdam

Europe Netherlands Amsterdam

At Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, independent thinking is the fabric of academic life. 

Students dive into groundbreaking research alongside faculty who challenge conventional wisdom, whether they’re exploring sustainable technologies or questioning social inequalities. Across campus, debate and discovery foster an environment for questioning assumptions.

Between lectures, analyze urban planning while strolling through Vondelpark or discuss philosophy over stroopwafels at the local market. 

Amsterdam’s rich history of tolerance and innovation provides the perfect backdrop for VU’s commitment to addressing society’s most pressing questions through rigorous scholarship and meaningful engagement with the world beyond academia.
 

Academic strength: Environmental Studies & Sustainability, History, Philosophy & Religion, Urban Studies & Architecture
Rankings: Globally Recognized

About VU Amsterdam

Founded in 1880 on principles of academic freedom, Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam was the Netherlands’ first Protestant university, establishing a tradition of independent scholarship that continues to influence global research. Its progressive education bridges disciplines, creating knowledge that transforms communities worldwide. 

Amsterdam’s intellectual vibrancy is an education in itself, a living laboratory where centuries-old canals meet cutting-edge sustainability projects, and curious minds from every corner of the world unite in an atmosphere where scholarly excellence merges with social responsibility.

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We've Seen It All

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International Health Insurance

International health insurance included in the cost of your program

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Health In Your Language

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