Studying in The Hague
The Hague (Den Haag) is the seat of the Dutch government and home to the International Court of Justice and many international organisations, earning it the title “city of peace and justice.” It is a natural choice for students in international relations, law, and public policy, with a coastline and beaches on its doorstep.
Universities and major institutes
- Leiden University (The Hague campus)
- The Hague University of Applied Sciences
- International Institute of Social Studies (Erasmus)
Cost of living
The Hague is expensive but typically a little below Amsterdam. A room commonly runs €600–€950 per month, with trams and trains connecting the city and the nearby beach district of Scheveningen.
Neighbourhoods for students
- Centrum — central and walkable.
- Zeeheldenkwartier — trendy and popular.
- Scheveningen — by the beach, lively in summer.
- Laak / Rivierenbuurt — more affordable and well-connected.
Institutions in The Hague
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