Costs of studying and living Campus Informatie Systeem Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam Costs of studying and living Unmarried foreign students should bear in mind the costs of studying and living will come to at least Dfl. Prospective students unable to prove that that amount of money is available to them, may be denied a student visa. The annual estimate here includes tuition fees. Foreign students pay the same tuition fees as do Dutch students. It is virtually impossible to receive any financial support from the Dutch government.
Grants are only available to Dutch students.
An exception is made for foreigners who have been granted the same social advantages that Dutch people have. However, this is not the case with holders of student visa. Dutch law does not permit students to pay for the costs of studying and living by working. Holders of a residence permit for studies are, however, allowed to work 10 hours per week as a maximum, on condition that working does not unfavourably affect their studies. The university has to issue a statement to that effect.