[The Netherlands] Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam – Exchange Program & Summer School Program 2024

Greetings from VU Amsterdam!

Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, commonly referred to as VU Amsterdam, is a prestigious research university located in the vibrant city of Amsterdam, Netherlands. Founded in 1880, VU Amsterdam is known for its strong commitment to academic excellence, innovation, and societal impact.

We are pleased to inform you that the application for VU Amsterdam Exchange Program 2024 is now open for Universitas Gadjah Mada students.

 

ELIGIBILITY

  1. Undergraduate students (S1) or Graduate students (S2/S3)
  2. Enrolled in Universitas Gadjah Mada during the program
  3. Minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale
  4. Be proficient in English

 

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

  1. Official Academic Transcript
  2. English Language Proficiency
  3. Letter of Enrollment from Faculty
  4. Letter of Nomination from Faculty (addressed to the Head of Office of International Affairs UGM)
  5. Letter of Recommendation from the Academic Advisor
  6. Curriculum Vitae
  7. Motivation Letter
  8. Colored Copy of Passport
  9. Confirmation Letter of Participation (download) 
  10. Passport Size Photo 

 

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

  1. Submit the aforementioned documents to UGM International Exposure Application Form: http://ugm.id/IntExposureApplication no later than 15 March 2024 for internal review.
  2. OIA staff will evaluate your application. Once you are selected as Nominated Applicants, OIA will confirm your official nomination to VU Amsterdam and you may proceed to the online application no later than 15 April 2024.
  3. The FINAL decision is from VU Amsterdam.

 

ACCOMMODATION LIVING INFORMATION

Living in Amsterdam is a great experience, but finding a room is a challenge. It’s very important to nominate and apply on time. This will increase the chances for your students to find a room via VU Amsterdam. VU Amsterdam has limited housing options and therefore cannot guarantee housing to all incoming exchange students. Visit VU Amsterdam’s website and video for more detailed information.  

 

SUMMER SCHOOL INFORMATION

VU Amsterdam Summer School 2024, which will take place in July and August. From Human AI, Football Behaviour Management to Leadership with Humour, there is a course for everyone! Bachelor’s and Master’s students, PhD candidates and professionals can choose from 33 courses. Each course takes 1 or 2 weeks and participants can choose to combine courses. Apply by 1 May to join other curious minds on our campus in Amsterdam! Your students (exchange partner universities) receive a discount on the tuition fees. For more details, please visit the VU Summer School page.

 

IMPORTANT NOTES

  • In the meantime, the students are required to keep the hard file of all documents until further notice by the Office of International Affairs.
  • In case the faculty could not provide the letter of enrollment and nomination during this period, the official nomination through email from the faculty is acceptable. The official nomination could be delivered to head-oia@ugm.ac.id (cc to scholarship@ugm.ac.id

 

CONSULTATION INFO

If you have any questions regarding this program, you can contact us in OIA’s office hour:

Virtual consultation: https://ugm.id/AppointmentOIAUGM