The Hague University in the Netherlands (USAC)
The Program
Live in the Diplomatic and Political heart of the Netherlands, with a strong link to international corporations around Europe; all with a small town feel
The program in The Hague (Den Haag) offers the opportunity to enroll in a variety of disciplines at The Hague University of Applied Sciences European Studies Programme. You will find that The Hague is a crossroads of cultures with well over one hundred nationalities represented, making your study abroad experience truly diverse.
Program Location
Netherlands
The Hague
The Hague lies on the North Sea and is a modern and sophisticated city, being one of four United Nations cities in the world. It is also one of the greenest cities in Europe, buzzing with outdoor activity and an abundance of recreational facilities. It is rich in history and is the home of the central government and the Royal family. The Netherlands was one of the six founding members of the European Union, and The Hague is often referred to as The City of Peace. It is home to the International Criminal Court, Peace Palace, War Crimes Tribunal, and Europol.
Academics
Students can enroll in a variety of disciplines at The Hague University of Applied Sciences European Studies Programme. Courses are taught in English, and you may choose from courses in Business Management, Communication Management, Culture and Society, Politics and Administration, and Languages. All students are required to take the Introduction to Dutch Culture and Society course. You can find more information on the offered courses here.
Housing and Meals
The university does not have its own on-campus housing but has arrangements with a variety of housing providers (The Student Hotel, Geste Groep, The Y, DUWO, etc.) to locate off-campus housing; however, space is limited. Most local university students and international students use a provider and live in off-campus accommodations. Housing is typically located within 5-20 minutes of the university. There is a cafeteria on-campus as well as shops, restaurants, and grocery stores throughout the city.
Financial Information
Program Costs
| NJ Resident | non-NJ Resident | |
|---|---|---|
| ATW Program Cost* | $10,000 | $13,900 |
Program Cost includes:
• Tuition
• Administrative Fees
• Emergency Medical Access Abroad
• *Access the World (ATW)
Out-of-Pocket Costs
| Airfare | $1,100 |
| Housing | $4,465 |
| Meals | $2,500 |
| Residence permit (Estimate is for US Citizens) | $220 |
| *USAC Application Fee (waived) | $0 |
| Books and Classroom Materials | $300 |
| Local Transportation | $325 |
| Personal Expenses | $1,000 |
| Total | $9,910.00 |
Out-of-Pocket Cost includes:
The above costs are estimations and represent the known out-of-pocket costs students encounter during their time abroad.
Some of these expenses will be paid for prior to going abroad, such as an airline ticket and visa costs, while some of these expenses, such as meals and local transportation, will be paid in-country as part of your daily expenses. As you plan, you will need to budget these costs and spend wisely throughout your time abroad.
*The $100 non-refundable USAC application fee you paid USAC has already been deducted from the program cost.
Program Costs
| NJ Resident | non-NJ Resident | |
|---|---|---|
| ATW Program Cost* | $10,000 | $13,900 |
Program Cost includes:
• Tuition
• Administrative Fees
• Emergency Medical Access Abroad
• *Access the World (ATW)
Out-of-Pocket Costs
| Airfare | $1,100 |
| Housing | $4,465 |
| Meals | $2,500 |
| Residence permit (Estimate is for US Citizens) | $220 |
| *USAC Application Fee (waived) | $0 |
| Books and Classroom Materials | $300 |
| Local Transportation | $325 |
| Personal Expenses | $1,000 |
| Total | $9,910.00 |
Out-of-Pocket Cost includes:
The above costs are estimations and represent the known out-of-pocket costs students encounter during their time abroad.
Some of these expenses will be paid for prior to going abroad, such as an airline ticket, while some of these expenses, such as meals and personal expenses, will be paid in-country as part of your daily expenses. As you plan, you will need to budget these costs and spend wisely throughout your time abroad.
*The $100 non-refundable USAC application fee you paid USAC has already been deducted from the program cost.