Study abroad and become an Exchange student in the Netherlands. Redefine your world in Europe!
Attend a local high school for a semester or the school year and live with a Dutch host family. Dutch is the language used at school and in the family. Discover more about the Dutch way of life!
Explore Dutch language and culture, choose a High School Study Abroad in the Netherlands.
Next possible start dates: January 2027. We can unfortunately only welcome English-native speakers to this program.
Student Exchange in the Netherlands: Study in a high school and live with a host family
Nacel student exchange programs in the Netherlands offer a great opportunity to live with a host family and study in a local high school. Like just another Dutch teenager!
If you have at least 1 or 2 years of Dutch and want to improve it as much as you can, come and participate in this program. Live an unforgettable experience and discover the educational system of this country known worldwide for its flowers and flat landscapes that you can visit on a bicycle!
What should I expect from this High school exchange in the Netherlands?
- The student can study one semester or one academic year at one High school located in cities, towns or rural regions.
- Students will study in Dutch, they should not expect to study in English. All classes are taught in Dutch.
- Students will live with Dutch host families who will welcome them as if they were a new member of the family.
- As soon as you arrive in Amsterdam, you will attend an orientation session from your local coordinator who will provide you with assistance and support throughout your stay. This orientation will allow you to visit the capital and learn more about the Netherlands and the rules of the program. We will keep your parents informed of your adventures in the country.
International students from all over the world study in the Netherlands to immerse themselves in the lifestyle of Dutch people, who are very committed to the environment.
Sign up for this authentic school exchange program in the Netherlands with Nacel!
During your High School Study Abroad in the Netherlands your will live with a Dutch Host family, full board.
Student exchange in the Netherlands 2027/2028
Prices are only valid for the August 2027, October 2027, and January 2028 intakes.
DATES:
Academic Year 1:
- arrival on August 12th, 19th and 26th 2027
- departure July 23rd, 3th or August 6th 2028
Academic Year 2:
- arrival January 6th 2028
- departure on October 29th or November 5th 2028
Semester 1:
- arrival on August 12th, 19th and 26th 2027
- departure January 9th 2028
Semester 2:
- arrival on January 6th 2028
- departure on July 23rd, 30th or August 6th 2028
On offer:
- Semester Abroad The Netherlands
- School Year Abroad The Netherlands
💰 What's Included in the Price?
- Administration fees
- Host school placement and school fees
- Host family accommodation with full board
- Airport pick up and transfer on arrival and departure
- Orientation on arrival, including a Dutch course, online Dutch course, a bike is also rented to each student, two one day excursions per year (one pers semester)
- Medical insurance provided on location
- Support, assistance and 24/7 Hotline during the whole program
- Dutch E-learning language program
🚫 What's Not Included?
- Round-trip international airfare
- Non compulsory insurances (luggage lost, flight delay etc.)
- Visa, passport and medical exam fees
- Extra activities organized by the school and others
- Field trips, extra school fees if any, school supplies, school lunches, registration costs and school locker, activity fees, excursions, memberships etc
- Local transportation including all domestic journeys and transportation to school
- Visa fee paid in the Netherlands (about 500 euros but can change anytime)
- Extra language courses
- Personal expenses and spending money
- Liability and Emergency Repatriation Insurance
- Application fees (65 euros)
- Students must be between 14 and 18,5 years old.
- Student must be a native English speaker.
- Exchange students must be interviewed in their home country before being accepted for a High School program in the Netherlands.
- Good academic results are required to study in the Netherlands, as well as at least one year of Dutch studies. Exchange students attend all their classes in Dutch; they will not study in English.
Frequently Asked Questions
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In both programs, students are assigned to a host family and attend a local high school. The main difference is the duration of the program and whether the student returns with class certifications. The NACEL Homestay programs are usually shorter (up to 12 weeks) and do not provide class certifications. It is a pure cultural immersion program.
NACEL takes student safety very seriously. Every family presents criminal and police records, IDs, and recommendation letters. Most of our families are recommended by local schools or other host families. In addition, we visit each household to make sure that the conditions and area are adequate to receive international students.
Yes! You can read the reviews that parents and students have written about NACEL on Google, GoOverseas, and GoAbroad.
We can also introduce you to former students who can tell you about their experience and answer additional questions you might have.
For NACEL, the match with the host family is key. We use a matching system where we pair students and host families based on goals, interests, and hobbies. We understand that cultural differences can affect the relationship, so first we try to mediate and reach a consensus. However, when needed, students are placed with another host family.
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