Business & Economics

Amsterdam, Netherlands
Business & Economics

About the Program

Join VU Amsterdam’s prestigious School of Business and Economics for a semester. You’ll choose from a wide range of English-taught courses in Economics, Management, Marketing, Accounting, and Finance. CEA CAPA students are integrated directly with degree-seeking international and Dutch students. This program is offered in Fall, Spring, and the Spring-Extended semesters.

Program Notes


VU Amsterdam is a highly competitive program. Students applying for this program will be waitlisted for admission, and will know their acceptance decision no later than March 15 for fall semester and October 15 for spring semester. We encourage you to work with your CEA CAPA Student Advisor to identify a backup program option.

Requirements

Overview

Location:

Amsterdam

Dates:

mid Aug 2026 - early Jun 2027

Price:

$46,995

Credits:

27 - 33

Deadlines

Apply By:

2/15/26

Withdraw By:

3/15/26

Requirements

Program Participation Agreement
$95 Online Application Fee
Complete Application
Copy of Passport
Transcript - Official

Eligibility

Minimum GPA:

3.0

Education Completed:

1 Year of College completed prior to program start

Course Prerequisites:

Some courses may have prerequisites.

Get a Flight Credit worth up to $1,000 when you apply with code* by September 12, 2025

Where You'll Study

Interested in taking your career to the next level?

Where You'll Stay

*Housing options may change and will be confirmed on the housing application form prior to the start of the term. Below are the housing options that have been offered in the past.

Excursions

Get out and explore! Excursions are offered for most semester, year, and summer programs. Semester students are typically offered between two to three excursions and summer study students are typically offered between one to two excursions. You'll receive a calendar of excursions during orientation; here are a few day and overnight excursions we've offered in the past.

What's Included in your Program

From housing to excursions, our programs include a variety of inclusions to enhance your study abroad experience! Here are examples that may be available in Amsterdam. Inclusions vary by program – please contact our Enrollment and Advising team to find out what options are available for you.

  • Personalized Pre-Departure Advising
  • Visa & Immigration Advising
  • Financial Advising
  • Tuition and Registration
  • Airport Pick-up
  • Onsite Orientation
  • City Tour
  • Onsite Staff Support
  • 24/7 Emergency Assistance
  • Travel Medical Insurance
  • International Emergency Service Support
  • Welcome & Farewell Events
  • Centrally Located Housing
  • Wellness Activities
  • Cultural Engagement
  • Excursions
  • Student Clubs & Organizations
  • Host Institution Services & Amenities
  • Official Transcript(s)
  • VU Scholarship Opportunities

Sample Calendar

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Sample Budget

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