[Netherland] VU Amsterdam – Spring – Summer 2027 Exchange Program

Greeting From Netherland!

Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam (VU Amsterdam) is a leading international research university in the Netherlands, committed to advancing academic excellence, interdisciplinary research, and global engagement. VU Amsterdam offers a diverse and inclusive academic environment, providing opportunities for international exchange, collaborative programmes, research partnerships, and student mobility. Through its emphasis on academic innovation, societal impact, and international cooperation, VU Amsterdam supports students and researchers in developing critical thinking, professional competencies, global perspectives, and intercultural understanding.

We are pleased to announce the Spring – Summer 2027 Exchange Program are now open.

We also look forward to meeting you in Glasgow at the EAIE Conference from 08-11 September! There will be a VU team present at the conference, including Iris de Vries (European partners) and Esther Fris (African and Latin American partners).

Fact Sheet

ELIGIBILITY

1. Undergraduate students (S1) or Graduate students (S2/S3)
2. Enrolled in Universitas Gadjah Mada during the program
3. Proficiency in English (undergraduate and graduate level) with sufficient level of English language proficiency (C1 level) is the responsibility of the home university.

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 September 2026 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.
3. The FINAL decision is from VU Amsterdam.  

IMPORTANT NOTES

• 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:

• WhatsApp:  +62 822-2111-0400 (WA)
• Email: oia@ugm.ac.id

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