With the addition of more campuses recently, The Hague has become more student friendly and offers even more options for academic courses. Rest assured, you won’t have problems taking courses in English because the Netherlands was the first non-native English-speaking country to offer international programs in English.

Popular subjects to study. The Hague exudes a hodgepodge of diverse cultures, so foreign languages and linguistics are some of the most popular courses. French, German, Italian, Russian, and Spanish are just the tip of the windmill. With The Hauge’s diverse population, you’ll also likely be able to practice your target language in language exchange clubs as well! Other courses focus on solving global problems in the fields of law, business, environmental studies, natural sciences, and more.

Short term and summer programs vs. long term programs. Programs are available in the fall, summer, spring, throughout the year, and for a full academic year. Summer classes are a great way to earn more credits while studying abroad, and the summers offer warmer weather and more sunshine. More academic course options are available for longer-term programs, so you’ll immerse yourself longer in a new culture, but the winters are generally cooler and darker.

Attending universities vs. other program types. The majority of programs in The Hague are available through third-party programs that have partnerships with universities in The Hague; the program will help you arrange many of your needs and act as an intermediary between you and the university. You could also look into programs directly with universities in The Hague or through your own university, but it’s best to talk with your university’s study abroad office to help match you with your educational needs and more.