
Students in the Social Sciences & Humanities program will select from almost 100 courses in English. Subjects include English Language & Literature, Sociology, Political Science, Law, History, Humanities, Film Studies, Media Studies, Art History, Philosophy, International Relations, Communication, Anthropology, and Psychology. 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.
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.
Amsterdam
1/30/26 - 6/27/26
$24,395
15 - 18
9/15/25
10/15/25
3.0
Some courses may have prerequisites.
1 Year of College completed prior to program start
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*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.
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.
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.
Below is a tentative itinerary for your program. Please note, dates and events below may change without prior notification. Contact CEA CAPA before purchasing airline tickets.
You will receive a finalized itinerary once you arrive onsite.
Note: Additional cultural activities/excursions or required course-related activities may be incorporated into your final itinerary. You are advised not to make personal travel arrangements until you have the final dates.
Date | Description |
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January 30
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Arrival/Program Begins
Official Program Start Date. Students must arrive at the Amsterdam Schiphol Airport on this date in order to be eligible for airport pickup. Students will then be transferred to their assigned housing. |
January 31 - February 01
|
Orientation
Mandatory CEA CAPA & VU Orientation will be held. |
February 02
|
Classes Begin
Period 4 classes begin at VU on this day. |
March 20
|
Classes End
This is the last day of Period 4 classes at VU. |
March 23 - 27
|
Midterm Exams
Exams for Period 4 classes will be held at VU. |
March 30
|
Classes Begin
Period 5 classes begin at VU on this day. |
May 21
|
Classes End
This is the last day of Period 5 classes at VU. |
May 22 - 29
|
Midterm Exams
Exams for Period 5 course will be held at VU. |
June 01
|
Classes Begin
Period 6 classes begin at VU on this day. |
June 19
|
Classes End
This is the last day of Period 6 classes at VU. |
June 22 - 26
|
Final Exams
Exams for Period 6 courses will be held at VU. |
June 27
|
Program Ends/Move-Out
Official Program End Date. Students must move out of housing no later than this day. |
This budget contains costs that you can take to your financial aid office. Please note that amounts may fluctuate; we've included a range of costs.
Federal law allows the use of financial aid to cover "reasonable" costs of study abroad including round-trip transportation, tuition and fees for the program, living costs, passport and visa fees, health insurance, and more.
Please note that all costs and charges listed below are subject to change without notice. With the exception of Program Price, all costs are estimates and may vary.