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Costs, Funding & Financial FAQ
Everything you need to know about tuition fees, proof of funds, and study financing in the Netherlands.
Tuition, Costs & Budgeting
EU/EEA/Swiss (and certain residence statuses) often pay the statutory fee, while many non-EU students pay the institutional fee set by the university.See: Tuition Fees: EU vs Non-EU
Your budget depends heavily on city and housing type. Rent is the biggest variable.See: Cost of Living in Netherlands and Student Housing Guide
Yes. Most non-EU students must prove sufficient funds for living costs (the IND "study norm").See: Financial Proof Requirements and Visa Documents Checklist
Some do, but many are partial (tuition reduction or fixed grants).See: How to Apply for Scholarships and Dutch Grading System (scholarship competitiveness)
Proof of Funds
Usually, the Netherlands uses bank statements or a deposit to your educational institution as proof of funds, depending on the school.See: Opening a Blocked Account and Financial Proof Requirements
It must clearly show your identity, account details, balance, date, and bank contact details; universities may require stricter formatting than the IND baseline.See: Financial Proof Requirements
DUO Study Financing
DUO provides student finance options such as grants/loans and travel products, depending on eligibility.See: Study Financing (DUO)
Some do (especially certain EU/EEA/Swiss/UK routes and specific residence statuses), but many non-EU students do not.See: Study Financing (DUO)