Erasmus Experience in The Hague, Netherlands by mary

Why did you choose to go to The Hague, Netherlands?

It is better than Maastricht.

How long is the scholarship? How much money do you receive to help you with living costs?

I haven't received any money or helping any way.

What is the student lifestyle like in The Hague?

students, in the Netherlands, means just studying. students do not have any time for other things.

Would you recommend the city and the University of The Hague to other students?

I do not know because I am student of Maastricht university. I just live in the Hague.

What is the food like?

there is not special food here. just I like fresh fish in the Hague.

Did it cost you to find your accommodation in The Hague?

Yes, It was really difficult for students to find accommodation. Because all landlord do not rent their home to students. they prefer employer.

How much does it cost to live in The Hague?

It is more expensive city for student. Additionally,students who come out of EU can not work in the Netherlands. Living here is really difficult.

Is the language easy to get to grips with? Are there language courses available at the University?

No, Dutch language is very difficult and the Dutch courses are really expensive and the quality of Dutch curses of universities are low.

What's the easiest or most economical way to travel to The Hague from your city?

I live in the Hague.

Where would you recommend to go on a night out in The Hague?

I do not have any suggestions.

And for eating? Can you recommend some good restaurants in The Hague?

there are lots of restaurants but all of them are most expensive.But there are some chines and Turkish restaurants which are suitable for students.

What good cultural sites are there to visit?

people in the Netherlands are really nice but they do not like to be friend with foreign people.

Is there any other advice that you could give to students going to The Hague in the future?

The Hague is not right chose for students who comes from out of Europe.
I do not know Maybe it is good for EU student.