Tuition fee, costs and scholarships

Paying the tuition fee is an important step in completing your enrollment. Other costs to keep in mind when planning your university budget include housing, living expenses, and learning materials such as books, stationary and a laptop.

Tuition fee

The tuition fee you are required to pay depends on your nationality. You can check our tuition fee overview or use the tuition fee calculator to see what the fee will be for you.
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Living costs

Keep in mind that living in Amsterdam also includes costs such as accommodation, food and public transport.

Find out more about living expenses in Amsterdam

Scholarships

The University of Amsterdam offers a scholarship for exceptionally talented students from outside Europe. For more information about this scholarship, follow the link below. However, please note that only few scholarships are available, for a large number of applicants.

Amsterdam Merit Scholarship (AMS)

For:	Outstanding students from outside the European Economic Area (EEA)
Amount:	A portion of the tuition fee; exact amount not yet known
Deadline:	15 January 2023

Other financial aid

Other scholarships, grants or loans may be available to students from particular countries. To see more information about external scholarships, please check the links below or consult the study abroad office in your country of residence.

Scholarships and loans

Frequently asked question

I am an international student from outside Europe. Is there a possibility to apply for a scholarship?

International students can apply for a scholarship to cover their studies at the UvA. The University offers scholarships for exceptionally talented students from outside Europe. For more information, please check this website.”