If Amsterdam attracts many students each year, it is because it combines many advantages that students value: lots of people and entertainment, a very well-known open-mindedness appreciated in particular by originals, a relatively low cost of living and an unparalleled sense of celebration.
So there you have it, all the ingredients for an exciting student life full of surprises, and therefore the recipe for its success with students from all over the world who flock there each year with the same desire to fully enjoy the joys of student life and their stay in the Dutch capital.
The open-mindedness of Amsterdammers
Yes, that's the name of the inhabitants of Amsterdam, known for their good humor and very open-mindedness. Here, there are no prejudices or standards; everyone is perfectly free to lead the life they want, and this great Dutch freedom attracts free spirits and students looking for a more authentic life and way of being.
In Amsterdam, relationships between people are simple and relaxed, with no heavy hierarchy or excessive politeness. People are rather direct and easily communicate with each other, regardless of their social background. There is a good atmosphere and there are many exchanges. You will never feel alone in Amsterdam; you just have to go down to the nearest café terrace, open all year round, to meet and exchange with other people. This openness and ease of contact is very appreciated by foreign students who often find themselves far from their families and friends and find here the comfort they need to compensate for this lack.
At the University, student-professor relationships are very cordial, and students can easily ask for help or meet other students to work together. On campus, there are many nationalities and a very friendly atmosphere that attracts many students and also creates a sense of emulation directly linked to the mix of cultures.
An unparalleled sense of celebration and socializing
Amsterdam's population is rather young and dominated by 30-40 year olds who spend time on café terraces, dedicating a large part of their free time to sports and artistic activities. In Amsterdam, people cycle during the day, enjoying the parks and the city's many historical treasures, and it is quite easy to meet people, chat with strangers and organize inexpensive and varied outings despite the sometimes timid sun and recurring rain, which nevertheless do not manage to spoil the atmosphere.
And as night falls, Amsterdam becomes electrified, and the party is in full swing in the bars, concert halls, and nightclubs. Shows and dance floors attract young people almost every evening, eager for a wild night that will last until the early hours.
This unparalleled sense of celebration is something quite unique and makes Amsterdam a destination of choice among students seeking discovery and student adventures.
