Information for term Social Sciences + Humanities
Application deadline, and cost information.
Overview
Click to OpenYou’ll find this progressive, multicultural city the perfect setting to explore Dutch society, politics, and culture. With an opportunity to live with a Dutch host for your entire stay or just a weekend, you’ll get a truly personal introduction to this country and its eco-friendly, active way of life.
Unique Experiences
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Get around by bike
– it’s the Dutch way – and the best way to get a closer perspective of this multicultural city.
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Get a multinational perspective
on everything you study by working side by side with the international student body at University of Amsterdam.
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Live like the locals
by taking a bike tour, attending a special exhibition at the Rijksmuseum, Stedelijk Museum, or another world-class institution.
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bridges
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nationalities
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annual visitors to the Anne Frank house
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Location & Culture
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Your Destination
If you find yourself wondering why it’s so easy to feel at home in Amsterdam, chalk it up to “gezellig.” Roughly translated, that’s Dutch for cozy or home-like – a sensibility commonly associated with this city. Compact and easy to navigate by bike or on foot, Amsterdam houses more than 6,000 buildings from the 16th century forward that are protected for historic importance. It’s loaded with charm and treasures, from the gabled houses that stand shoulder to shoulder along the canals, to glorious masterpieces by Van Gogh, Rembrandt, Matisse, and more.
The Culture
EXCURSIONS & ACTIVITIES
- Travel overnight to experience life in another Dutch city or slip out of urban life at a coastal preserve.
- Take day trips that highlight Dutch innovation outside the city rings of Amsterdam.
- Cheer alongside Dutch fans at a soccer match, or experience Dutch theatre or dance at a historic performance hall.
- Team up with a student coach from the University of Amsterdam’s International Student Network (ISN), and enjoy city outings with your own group of international students at the UvA.
PROJECTS
- Get to know Dutch youngsters by volunteering to teach English once a week at a local Amsterdam school.
- Join one of several Amsterdam Life Activities (ALA) groups. From exploring Amsterdam’s multicultural composition, to its status as a global culinary capital or a hub for business innovation, there’s a way to pursue nearly every interest.
- Sign up for a weekend homestay and get to meet a Dutch family.
Daily Life
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HOUSING
Homestays: Live with a Dutch host and immerse yourself in the local language and culture. Whether you’re placed with a single person or a family with children, you’ll have daily breakfast and lunch plus one additional meal with your host each week.
Residence Hall The Student Hotel: The Student Hotel Amsterdam West provides a comfortable housing option that American students may be most familiar with. Students live in single rooms with a private bathroom. Located about 20 minutes by bike or public transportation from the city center, this is a great option for students who prefer an American dorm style experience abroad.
Residence Halls De Key: Housing agency De Key provides studio apartments in a modern building, which is shared with Dutch and other international students. Students live in single rooms with a private bathroom and kitchenette. Located in Amsterdam West about 20 minutes by bike or public transportation from the city center, this is a great option for a student wanting to live as Dutch students do during their semester abroad.
Transportation: Students are responsible for paying their own travel costs in and around Amsterdam. The best way to travel around the city is by bike. Through rain or shine, the Dutch will steadfastly cycle to work, school, and back home – and you can too! CIEE staff will recommend how to get a bike once you arrive on site.
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MEALS
Students in residence halls are responsible for their own meals. Students in homestays are responsible for dinner, six days a week; at a minimum, they will share a meal with their host one evening per week.
Amsterdam, Netherlands Where You'll Study
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CIEE STUDY CENTER
Steps from the University of Amsterdam, on the eastern side of the city center.
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UNIVERSITY OF AMSTERDAM
COLLEGE OF SOCIAL SCIENCES, FACULTY OF HUMANITIES
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Getting Around
An exceptionally walkable and bike-friendly city, Amsterdam also has easily accessible public trams, busses, and metros.
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request more informationProgram Details
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The program detailsEstablished in 1993, this program allows students to study a range of social science and humanities courses at CIEE Amsterdam and cosmopolitan University of Amsterdam (UvA). Semesters at the UvA consist of two 8-week blocks. Courses at the UvA run for one block (6 ECTS/3 U.S. credits) or two blocks (12 ECTS/6 U.S. credits). Students can also take CIEE classes worth 3 U.S. credits which are taught at two locations in the vicinity of the UvA Roeterseiland Campus.
Courses are taught by highly qualified CIEE and UvA faculty.
Students can take beginning Dutch at CIEE. Those with some experience can take Dutch language class at the Dutch Language Institute of the University of Amsterdam (INTT).
Academics
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OVERALL GPA
Students need to have a GPA of at least 3.0.
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PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS
Students must be juniors or seniors when the program starts.
Curriculum
Program Credit
- Total credit, semester: 15 semester/22.5 quarter hours
- University of Amsterdam courses: contact hours: 30- 60; credit – 3 - 6 semester/4.5 - 9 quarter hours
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CIEE courses: contact hours: 45; credit – 3 semester/4.5 quarter hours
Note: This course listing is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a contract between CIEE and any applicant, student, institution, or other party. The courses, as described, may be subject to change as a result of ongoing curricular revisions, assignment of lecturers and teaching staff, and program development. Courses may be canceled due to insufficient enrollment.
Spring 2019 Courses
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- NLST 3002 NETH: Contemporary Dutch Social Policy
- COMM 3301 NETH: Intercultural Leadership and Communication in Amsterdam
- BUSI 3004 AMNT: Business and Sustainability in the Netherlands
- DUTC 1003 NETH: Beginning Dutch
- PUBH 3001 NETH: Dutch Public Health
- VIST 3001 NETH: Screen Cultures
- PSYC 3001 AMNT: Cross-Cultural Psychology
- POLI 3002 AMNT: Political and Economic Development of the Netherlands and the EU
- SOCI 3003 AMNT: Race in the Netherlands
UNIVERSITY OF AMSTERDAM COURSES(SUBJECT TO CHANGE)
The following list of courses constitutes a representative sample of course offerings through the University of Amsterdam, and is subject to change. In some cases, prior background knowledge may be required to enroll in a class.
College of Social Sciences
Interdisciplinary Studies
Political Science
Social Geography and Urban Planning
Sociology
Communication Science
Interdisciplinary Social Sciences
Cultural Anthropology
Child Education and Development
View online Course catalog
Faculty of Humanities
Arts, Religion and Cultural Sciences
Dutch Studies
History
Archeology and Area Studies
Language and Literature
Media Studies
Philosophy
Modern European Languages
UNIVERSITY OF AMSTERDAM - DUTCH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE COURSES
Beginners
For those who understand some Dutch but are incapable, or almost incapable, of making themselves understood in Dutch. The main objectives of the course are to help participants acquire a basic vocabulary of Dutch, enable them to understand simple spoken and written Dutch, and teach them how to make themselves understood in elementary spoken and written Dutch.
Pre-Intermediate
For those who have a global understanding of simple, everyday Dutch, and can make themselves understood in simple, everyday Dutch that is still full of mistakes. The aim of the course is to help participants extend a basic vocabulary of Dutch, enable them to understand simple spoken and written Dutch, and teach them how to make themselves understood in simple spoken and written Dutch.
Intermediate
For those who have a reasonable understanding of everyday Dutch and of Dutch used in the media, and can make themselves understood in simple everyday Dutch but still make many mistakes. The aim of the course is to help participants extend a basic vocabulary of Dutch, enable them to understand spoken and written Dutch in a variety of familiar contexts, and teach them how to make themselves understood in both spoken and written Dutch.
Pre-Advanced
For those who have a good understanding of everyday Dutch and of Dutch used in the media, and who can make themselves understood in everyday Dutch but still make quite a few mistakes. The aim of the course is to help participants to extend their vocabulary of Dutch, enable them to understand spoken and written Dutch in a variety of contexts, and improve their basic writing and speaking skills.
Advanced
Even those who have a thorough understanding of everyday Dutch and a good understanding of Dutch at an academic level still make systematic mistakes. Therefore, the advanced course can help those students who have a Dutch language background, but are still looking to improve. Objectives of the advanced level are to improve participants’ writing and speaking skills. Some attention is paid to reading, listening, and extending vocabulary.
Fall 2019 COURSES
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- NLST 3002 NETH: Contemporary Dutch Social Policy
- COMM 3301 NETH: Intercultural Leadership and Communication in Amsterdam
- BUSI 3004 AMNT: Business and Sustainability in the Netherlands
- DUTC 1003 NETH: Beginning Dutch
- PUBH 3001 NETH: Dutch Public Health
- VIST 3001 NETH: Screen Cultures
- PSYC 3001 AMNT: Cross-Cultural Psychology
- POLI 3002 AMNT: Political and Economic Development of the Netherlands and the EU
- SOCI 3003 AMNT: Race in the Netherlands
UNIVERSITY OF AMSTERDAM COURSES (SUBJECT TO CHANGE)
The following list of courses constitutes a representative sample of course offerings through the University of Amsterdam and is subject to change. In some cases, prior background knowledge may be required to enroll in a class.
College of Social Sciences
Interdisciplinary Studies
Political Science
Social Geography and Urban Planning
Sociology
Communication Science
Interdisciplinary Social Sciences
Cultural Anthropology
Child Education and Development
View online Course catalog
Faculty of Humanities
Arts, Religion and Cultural Sciences
Dutch Studies
History
Archeology and Area Studies
Language and Literature
Media Studies
Philosophy
Modern European Languages
UNIVERSITY OF AMSTERDAM - DUTCH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE COURSES
Beginners
For those who understand some Dutch but are incapable, or almost incapable, of making themselves understood in Dutch. The main objectives of the course are to help participants acquire a basic vocabulary of Dutch, enable them to understand simple spoken and written Dutch, and teach them how to make themselves understood in elementary spoken and written Dutch.
Pre-Intermediate
For those who have a global understanding of simple, everyday Dutch, and can make themselves understood in simple, everyday Dutch that is still full of mistakes. The aim of the course is to help participants extend a basic vocabulary of Dutch, enable them to understand simple spoken and written Dutch, and teach them how to make themselves understood in simple spoken and written Dutch.
Intermediate
For those who have a reasonable understanding of everyday Dutch and of Dutch used in the media and can make themselves understood in simple everyday Dutch but still make many mistakes. The aim of the course is to help participants extend a basic vocabulary of Dutch, enable them to understand spoken and written Dutch in a variety of familiar contexts, and teach them how to make themselves understood in both spoken and written Dutch.
Pre-Advanced
For those who have a good understanding of everyday Dutch and of Dutch used in the media, and who can make themselves understood in everyday Dutch but still make quite a few mistakes. The aim of the course is to help participants to extend their vocabulary of Dutch, enable them to understand spoken and written Dutch in a variety of contexts, and improve their basic writing and speaking skills.
Advanced
Even those who have a thorough understanding of everyday Dutch and a good understanding of Dutch at an academic level still make systematic mistakes. Therefore, the advanced course can help those students who have a Dutch language background but are still looking to improve. Objectives of the advanced level are to improve participants’ writing and speaking skills. Some attention is paid to reading, listening, and extending vocabulary.
Scholarships
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CIEE offers more than $8 million in scholarships and grants annually to help students like you make your study abroad dream a reality.
Students who apply to this program are eligible for the following scholarships and grants:
- Ping Scholarships for Academic Excellence
- Global Access Initiative (GAIN) Grants
- CIEE Gilman Go Global Grant
To be considered, submit the CIEE Scholarships & Grants application within your CIEE program application. Learn more at the Scholarships & Grants section of our website.
See more scholarship infoDates, Deadlines & Fees
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You get more for every dollar when you study abroad with CIEE, because our high-quality programs include everything from excursions to insurance. There are no hidden charges, and no disappointing surprises when you arrive.
YOUR FEE INCLUDES:
- Tuition
- Housing
- Advising before you depart to set goals and answer questions
- Optional on-site airport meet-and-greet
- Orientation – an introduction to Dutch culture, your academic program, and the city, plus practical information about living in your host city
- Full-time program leadership and support in your host city
- Field trips and cultural activities
- Overnight excursions
- Insurance and other travel benefits, with CIEE iNext and a local liability insurance
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24/7 emergency on-site support
No Hidden Fees
Program |
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Start Date |
End Date |
Fees & Housing |
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| Spring 2019 18 weeks | Jan 28, 2019 | Jun 1, 2019 |
$20,450
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Program FeesCIEE offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and CIEE iNext travel insurance with benefits. Participation Confirmation = $300 * Educational Costs = $14,733 ** Housing = $5,250 *** Insurance = $167 Total Fees = $20,450Estimated CostsStudents are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration. Meals not included in program fee = $2,600 International Airfare = $1,250 Local Transportation = $650 Books & Supplies = $450 Personal expenses = $3,000 Other = $359 Total Estimated Costs = $8,309Financial AidCIEE offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $5 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, MSI grants, Gilman matching grants, and Pell matching grants. This breakdown has been prepared from the program budget for the purpose of calculating eligibility for financial aid. During the course of program operations, actual figures may vary. It should not, therefore, be used as a basis for calculation of refunds. CIEE reserves the right to adjust fees at any time. Students required to study on CIEE programs through a School of Record will be charged a $500 administrative fee in addition to the Program Fees listed. * non-refundable ** direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students *** breakfast and one other meal per week are included in the homestay option; no meals are included in the residence hall option |
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| Fall 2019 18 weeks | Apr 1, 2019 | Aug 19, 2019* | Dec 21, 2019* |
$20,450
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Program FeesCIEE offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and CIEE iNext travel insurance with benefits. Participation Confirmation = $300 * Educational Costs = $14,733 ** Housing = $5,250 *** Insurance = $167 Total Fees = $20,450Estimated CostsStudents are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration. Meals not included in program fee = $2,600 † International Airfare = $1,250 †† Local Transportation = $125 Books & Supplies = $450 Personal expenses = $2,750 Other = $359 ††† Total Estimated Costs = $7,534Financial AidCIEE offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $5 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, MSI grants, Gilman matching grants, and Pell matching grants. This breakdown has been prepared from the program budget for the purpose of calculating eligibility for financial aid. During the course of program operations, actual figures may vary. It should not, therefore, be used as a basis for calculation of refunds. CIEE reserves the right to adjust fees at any time. Students required to study on CIEE programs through a School of Record will be charged a $500 administrative fee in addition to the Program Fees listed. * non-refundable ** direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students *** breakfast and one other meal per week are included in the homestay option; no meals are included in the residence hall option † for students in the residence hall; homestay students should budget $1600 per semester for meals not included in fees †† round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure ††† onsite visa fee |
| Spring 2020 18 weeks | Nov 1, 2019 | Jan 27, 2020* | May 30, 2020* | |
| Academic year 2019-2020 41 weeks | Apr 1, 2019 | Aug 19, 2019* | May 30, 2020* |
$38,855
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Program FeesCIEE offers the most student support of any provider in its program fee, including an airport greeting, full-time leadership and support, orientation, cultural activities, local excursions, pre-departure advising, and CIEE iNext travel insurance with benefits. Participation Confirmation = $300 * Educational Costs = $27,888 ** Housing = $10,500 *** Insurance = $167 Total Fees = $38,855Estimated CostsStudents are responsible and manage costs related to travel, meals, books, and personal expenses. Below are estimates for consideration. Meals not included in program fee = $5,200 † International Airfare = $1,250 †† Local Transportation = $250 Books & Supplies = $900 Personal expenses = $5,500 Other = $359 ††† Expenses during break = $1,500 †††† Total Estimated Costs = $14,959Financial AidCIEE offers the most grants and scholarships of any study abroad organization, including $5 million/year in travel grants, merit-based scholarships, MSI grants, Gilman matching grants, and Pell matching grants. This breakdown has been prepared from the program budget for the purpose of calculating eligibility for financial aid. During the course of program operations, actual figures may vary. It should not, therefore, be used as a basis for calculation of refunds. CIEE reserves the right to adjust fees at any time. Students required to study on CIEE programs through a School of Record will be charged a $500 administrative fee in addition to the Program Fees listed. * non-refundable ** direct cost of education charged uniformly to all students *** breakfast and one other meal per week are included in the homestay option; no meals are included in the residence hall option † for students in the residence hall; homestay students should budget $1600 per semester for meals not included in fees †† round-trip based on U.S. East Coast departure ††† onsite visa fee †††† academic year students who wish to stay onsite are responsible for arranging their housing and meals during the semester break |
*Dates for this program are provided as tentative dates. Please consult with your study abroad advisor to confirm dates before purchasing your flights.
To help you budget, keep in mind that students are responsible for the cost of international airfare, local transportation, books and supplies, visas, and personal expenses. In addition, ask your college or university study abroad advisor if your school charges additional fees for study abroad.
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Our Staff
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Jonathan Key
Director
As the Director, Jonathan is first and foremost committed to ensuring that students who study in Amsterdam are afforded every opportunity to pursue their academic interests during their study abroad experience.
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Ruth Sudholter
Program Manager
As Program Manager at the Amsterdam Study Center, Ruth works with customized programs and coordination of the Social Sciences program...
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