Costs and scholarship opportunities

It is possible to study in America affordably, but this, too, requires proper research. In doing so, it is important to establish from the beginning what your budget is. Your budget will help determine the choices you have, but also remember that the tuition fees on the university website are often higher than the amount you will end up paying (provided scholarship opportunities are available.)

Unlike for a US master’s degree, there are few scholarship opportunities with external scholarship funds for a bachelor’s degree. This means that three sources of financing can be highlighted for Dutch scholars who want to start a degree program in the US after their final exams.

Savings from your parent(s)/guardian(s) and any income of your own
A (partial) scholarship from the American university
Study loan from DUO

Webinar about financing your studies

Want to learn more about university costs and scholarship opportunities? Below you can review the most recent webinar on financing your studies.

Costs

The cost of your studies can vary considerably from university to university and from region to region. It is therefore not possible to give certain amounts, but it is possible to give an estimate of the average cost. If you already know which university you want to attend, you can find more precise amounts on the website.

University scholarships

University scholarships are an important source of funding. American universities offer different types of scholarships, which are given based on academic criteria or financial need.

Athletic scholarships

Sports are an important part of life at American colleges and universities. Consequently, a number of universities have made funds available to provide athletic scholarships to talented undergraduate students who perform well academically and athletically.

Student loan

For study in the US, in some cases, you can bring a Dutch student loan from DUO. DUO determines whether your program meets the conditions and can tell you what they are.

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Budget tips

With proper preparation, you can make studying in the US affordable. But how do you set a budget for your studies? And how can you save on costs? These tips will help you get started on determining your budget.

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