Film Study Abroad Programs in Amsterdam, Netherlands

I had a great time during my semester in Amsterdam. The CEA CAPA team is really responsive and the on site team was super knowledgeable. Our living situation in Diemen was also very nice and was located close to many bike paths and public transit.

Everything about the program made it impossible to have a bad time!! The staff as well as my peers helped make every day so amazing. We had the opportunity to explore all over the city as well as other parts of the Netherlands which I loved so much.

My time in Amsterdam, Netherlands was some of the best few weeks of my life. The professors I had were so helpful and intelligent, along with the fact I had classmates from all over the world who were so insightful. CEA was there for me at every step of the way, even in my host country. They prioritized immersing their students and ensuring their safety. Any cultural, educational, or living question we had CEA was ready to answer, and guide us. I met the most amazing people through my program and am very lucky to call them some of my closest friends to this day. I am from New Jersey and actually went to visit them in California for a weekend in October! Thank you CEA for the time of my life!

CEA responded to this reviewMarch 21, 2024

Hi Melisa! Thanks for sharing your amazing feedback about your summer in Amsterdam! So glad you met new lifelong friends and made incredible memories with CEA CAPA.

I would recommend CIEE Study Abroad to a friend or peer because the entire staff was extremely helpful and accommodating to any issues or concerns I had. Also, since classes from UvA and their different structures were hard for me to adjust to, CIEE offered amazing classes with a structure I'm more familiar with and one that was more effective for my learning style. CIEE was also a very helpful resource when I was struggling with test taking at UvA and the lack of academic accommodations they were able to offer, as they differed a lot from what I am used to at my home university.

I loved how the program minimized our logistical problems and provided many opportunities. The orientation made it easy to make friends and find community. The ALAs and weekend trips allowed all of us to have the chance to see sights and travel in ways we wouldn't have done on our own. I never felt alone or stressed in finding help or making decisions, whether it be about finding a bike or making a doctor's appointment.

It is a good program with lots of building activities to learn the culture and get accustomed to the academics. The staff is helpful in this process. There is a little bit for everyone and CIEE is organized with that. I did enjoy the activities I attended but still found it difficult to stay connected with various people in the program whether it be students or some faculty.

It was a fairly easy and straight-forward application process. I would especially recommend the CIEE program in Amsterdam because Ruth, Judith, Cato, Renee, and Jonathan are all AMAZING! They are so helpful and friendly; they made my trip better than I could have imagined. I will never forget their kindness.

They have an excellent assortment of planned activities. Their partnership with ISN and offer of a discounted Museumkaart also helped me make the most of my time here. The staff were all engaged and willing to answer my questions.

It's been an amazing experience, the Amsterdam staff have been incredible and supportive, I feel like I had the best experience of all my friends who studied abroad. I have already recommended the program highly to several people

I really liked CIEE a lot however I wish they took us into other countries for our excursions, not necessarily just within the Netherlands. Also I am paying full tuition I feel like I should have been given some food spend.

I would recommend CIEE because the program helps students with their transition from their home country to the life abroad. The staff put together amazing trips and programs and someone was always willing to help.

Signing up for classes was a little difficult with figuring out which credits would transfer with my home university and UvA because we didn't know our class schedule until we actually got to Amsterdam

I have had a phenomenal time. After talking to my friends who are not on the program in Amsterdam, and others who are in different cities, I've realized how incredible the services and activities CIEE provides truly is, and it's really made my experience just amazing.

I had a really good experience and CIEE made it easy to go abroad. I thought the checklist was extremely smart. I also loved all the people who work at CIEE and all the day trips/lunches that were provided.

I have had a phenomenal time. After talking to my friends who are not on the program in Amsterdam, and others who are in different cities, I’ve realized how incredible the services and activities CIEE provides truly is, and it’s really made my experience just amazing.

I had a really good experience and CIEE made it easy to go abroad. I thought the checklist was extremely smart. I also loved all the people who work at CIEE and all the day trips/lunches that were provided.

Forum-Nexus is a great program. The staff, and professors are amazing. As you travel form city to city they are with you, and available to answer any questions you may have. It was great taking courses and increasing my education through the classes, but also by being able to get to know each city we were in. I had never been to Europe prior to the program, and it was amazing to be able to experience it for the first time with Forum-Nexus.

Forum-Nexus was the best decision I have ever made. This program is so unique in that there is something for everyone. There are courses available for all majors, and there are destinations that will captivate everyone’s tastes. Whether you are a lover of the busy city streets or a quiet small town in the mountains, you will see it all. I gained so much international experience as well as such an appreciation for cultural differences. The classes were interesting, relevant, and put me ahead on my track to graduation. The staff members are so intelligent, fun, and help make you feel safe / comfortable transitioning into an international setting. There is so much time to balance social activities with studies. I was able to explore the night life in each town, go on independent excursions, and bond with other students in the program. I left this trip with an entire new network of best friends (many of which I still keep in daily contact with) and I feel more excited than ever to continue traveling and expanding my cultural intelligence. There are scholarships available so take advantage of them and go abroad with Forum Nexus! You will not regret it.

I was a student with Forum-Nexus this summer. It was one of the best experiences that I have ever had. I visited so many great and famous cities, all while gaining transfer credit at the University of Michigan. Although the places were incredible, the people were even better. I have so many lasting memories from this program and many new friends from all over the United States and the world.

This past summer I decided to study abroad after my freshman year of college. I was traveling alone and I was a little bit nervous to be in Europe for the first time all by myself. When I first met everyone from Forum Nexus, all my worries instantly went away. I've never met a more welcoming, friendly, and fun group of people. Age or where we came from did not matter. In one month I did as much as possible between interesting classes, professional visits, and sightseeing. I really enjoyed going to classes because we learned so much useful information that will stick with me forever. I couldn't believe how fast everyone became not only friends, but family. I left Greece with so many experiences, a different outlook on life, and 4 college credits. Choosing to be a part of Forum Nexus 2016 was one of my best decisions, and if I could go back and relive it all again I would love to! Best summer yet!