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Locations: Amsterdam, Netherlands
Program Terms: Full Summer
Partner Website: Click to visit
Program Sponsor: WorldStrides

Dates / Deadlines:

Dates / Deadlines:
Term	Year	App Deadline	Decision Date	Start Date	End Date
Full Summer	2026	03/15/2026 **	Rolling Admission	TBA	TBA
** Indicates rolling admission application process (with the exception of UT Faculty-directed programs & CGE Scholarship). 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:
Click here for a definition of this term GPA Requirement:	3.0	Click here for a definition of this term Language of Instruction:	English
Click here for a definition of this term Class Standing:	Junior, Senior, Sophomore	Click here for a definition of this term Housing:	Residence Hall
Click here for a definition of this term Program Type:	UT Affiliate	Click here for a definition of this term Experience Type:	Study Abroad
Click here for a definition of this term Field of Study:	Computer Science, Criminology, Economics, Environmental Studies, European Studies, Humanities, Religious Studies	Click here for a definition of this term Type of Credit:	Transfer

Program Description:

Summer at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam

Challenge yourself academically at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam (VU), while living in one of Europe’s most innovative and bike-friendly cities. Spend your summer in Amsterdam studying on a modern campus in the dynamic Zuidas district — the city's thriving business and academic hub.

Student snorkeling above great barrier reef

Program highlights

Courses focus on research methodology across disciplines like earth and life sciences, business and economics, social sciences, and humanities
Designed for rising juniors and seniors, each two-week course features an experiential learning component that uses the city as your classroom through labs, field trips, and other activities
All courses are taught in English alongside Dutch and international students
Get more out of your summer by pairing two sessions together for a month-long experience
From walking tours and cheese tastings in Amsterdam to exploring Brussels and nearby cities, this program delivers on academics and cultural discovery

Discover Amsterdam

Scholarships and financial aid

Each year we award more than $1 million in need- and merit-based scholarships.

Learn more

How to get started

Reach out to our team and program alumni to learn more.
Meet with your study abroad office.
Submit your applications through your university and WorldStrides.

Meet Lexi H.

"This program made making friends incredibly easy for me! They hosted several orientation sessions and day-trip activities with the other students. These trips were when l made the best memories with my new friends!"

worldstrides.com/study-abroad

WorldStrides has helped students have life-changing experiences abroad for over 40 years. Now it's your turn! Formerly known as International Studies Abroad (ISA) and The Education Abroad Network (TEAN), WorldStrides provides high-quality semester, summer, and year-long study abroad programs, internships, research, and experiential-learning opportunities with full-service support from expert staff located around the world. We even offer scholarships, grants and discounts to make going abroad a reality for all students. Let us help you get started. Our team is ready when you are!

Required Applications:

UT Programs Abroad – click the ‘Apply Now’ button at top or bottom of this page
ISA – click the ‘Partner Website’ link at the top of this page

For More Info:

Make an appointment with a UT Programs Abroad Coordinator
Visit the Programs Abroad Office in Melrose Hall (1620 Melrose Ave), Center for International Education.