EuroLearn and Leiden University

  Netherlands

• Other Cities in Netherlands: 
Leiden

Term: Academic Year, Fall, Spring 
Dates: Sept-Dec and Feb-June

Description: It's no wonder why Europe is among many students' top choices to study abroad. The region is filled with fascinating cultures, languages, architecture, art, history, and so much more! EuroLearn's direct enrollment programs give you the opportunity to choose from a range of academic areas, live and study alongside local students, and immerse yourself in European culture.

Study abroad with EuroLearn at Leiden University in the Netherlands. Leiden University is a comprehensive and research-intensive university with a 430-year history of producing outstanding graduates. There are three guiding principles that are fundamental to being able to produce such excellent graduates: an international orientation; research-intensive education; and maintenance of the high quality of education and research. This also means that the development of a students talent stands central to Leidens principles. Leiden is proud of its international position and cherishes the academic relationships with institutes and researchers throughout the world.

Leiden comprises six faculties with an enrollment of approximately 18,000 undergraduate and graduate students. The faculties offer a wide variety of courses in English at the undergraduate and graduate level. Students at Leiden can count on personal attention and guidance in both their academic and their personal life. The University provides many services related to academics, student advice and counseling, information services, and sports and cultural activities.

Leiden is located just eight miles east from the North Sea coast, in between the cities of Amsterdam, The Hague, Rotterdam and Utrecht. The Hague can be reached by train in 12 minutes, Schiphol Airport in 20 and Amsterdam in 35 minutes.

EuroLearn is an educational program of GlobaLinks Learning Abroad and a sister program of AustraLearn, a leader in the field of international education with a 20 year history sending over 20,000 students abroad to partner universities in Australia, New Zealand, and the South Pacific. EuroLearn's excellent student services and support will provide you with a successful abroad experience.

Our programs are located in unique destinations within the UK, Ireland, and mainland Europe. Most of our partner universities are in smaller towns that offer an intimate connection to the local culture. Plus, our lower program fees will allow you to experience the UK for less. All the essential services are still provided, so you get the best value for your money.

U.S. University Transcript option is available through our School of Record, University of Minnesota - Twin Cities.

EuroLearn's London-based Resident Director offers 24-hour emergency support to all students upon arrival in Europe.

Highlights: The International Student Network (ISN) organizes activities such as weekly game nights, sport events, cultural workshops, and excursions throughout the year. In addition the study associations also organize events, outings, and excursions, mostly related to the study program. Guest lectures are organized by the Campus, The Hague, Studium Generale as well as by Departments. Not-for credit courses on performing arts like music, sculpturing, dance, and singing are organized by the Leiden Center of the Arts (LAK) for a modest fee.

Degree Level: Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)

Cost in US$: Contact EuroLearn for updated program fees

Experience Required: no

This Program is open to American and Canadian Participants.

Participants Travel to Netherlands Independently

Typically Participants Work Independently

Application Process Involves:

• Letters of Reference
• Online Application plus Application Assessment
• Transcript

Post-Program Services Include:

• Alumni Network
• Re-Entry Debriefing at Home

EuroLearn's Mission Statement: EuroLearn was formed in direct response to increasing demand from study abroad advisors and students seeking structured, well supported and affordable study abroad programs in mainland Europe and the UK. Our mission is to foster the education and development of future leaders through quality academic programs which focus on expanding awareness, understanding and appreciation of European cultures and practices while emphasizing the interdependent relationships which exists between countries.

Year Founded: 1989