College Study Abroad Blog

By: Mia Ferrentino Amsterdam’s charm isn’t just about its canals and history; it's also woven into the fabric of its bustling markets. These lively hubs are where the city truly... keep reading

By: Mia Ferrentino One of the many things to love about Amsterdam is the shopping - in particular the thrifting and vintage shopping that the city has to offer. While... keep reading

By: Mia Ferrentino Coffeecompany is a chain cafe I have grown to love throughout my time in Amsterdam. They have locations everywhere in Amsterdam and in other Dutch cities as... keep reading

By: Mia Ferrentino I grew up casually riding my beach cruiser to the park or the beach usually on weekends, but I never imagined I would ever commute to work... keep reading

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By: Victoria Han I planned to study in Amsterdam 13 months in advanced all for one thing – Martin Garrix’s Amsterdam Dance Event show at RAI. It might sound crazy... keep reading

By: Victoria Han So, picture this: I decided to take the plunge into studying abroad all by my lonesome. A totally foreign country which I have never visited for four... keep reading

By: Victoria Han Going abroad and want to have the best experience possible? Learn the local language. I recently embarked on a life-changing journey studying abroad in Amsterdam, and boy... keep reading

By: Sasha Lehrer When I first set foot in Amsterdam, I carried with me the expectation of a liberal utopia, a city built on tolerance and acceptance. However, my perception... keep reading

By: Sasha Lehrer Traveling through Europe as a Jewish woman is not just a cultural exploration but a deeply personal journey that intertwines joyous discoveries with the painful echoes of... keep reading

By: Sasha Lehrer Embarking on a study abroad adventure in Amsterdam is a thrilling experience, but as I reflect on my journey, there are a few key aspects I wish... keep reading

By Viktoria Ivan (Operations Manager Amsterdam) Falling in love with Amsterdam I’ve lived in The Netherlands for 8 years now, but I always tried to avoid Amsterdam, as much as... keep reading

By Jojo Macaluso Before coming to Amsterdam, I’ve never been outside of North America. Never taken a flight alone. Never had a bilingual conversation (unless you count high school French... keep reading

By: Misaki Sato During my month-long stay in Amsterdam, I experienced and learned about many Dutch cultures. Amsterdam is a captivating city with its unique blend of history, modernity, and... keep reading

By: Misaki Sato Amsterdam is an incredibly welcoming city for English speakers, making it a remarkably accessible city to live in, unlike some other European countries. I sometimes had some... keep reading