Amsterdam, Netherlands

Direct Enrollment - Conservatorium van Amsterdam

Study Abroad
Program Options:
Direct Enrollment
Length:
Fall, Spring, Academic Year

At a Glance

Program Dates:

  • Academic Year 2024: August 19 - May 30
  • Spring 2025: January 06 - May 30
  • Fall 2025: August 18 - December 20
  • Academic Year 2025: August 18 - Late May

Credits:

15 to 18 per Semester

Estimated Cost:

$23,950

Visa Required:

Yes

Housing:

Shared Housing

Language of Instruction:

English

Language Prerequisites:

None

About the Program

You have the opportunity to directly enroll as a fully matriculated student at the Conservatorium van Amsterdam (CvA). The CvA is the largest and most diverse music conservatory in the Netherlands, specializing in performance, composition, and theory. Students who are highly motivated, independent, and willing to immerse themselves in this outstanding institution will find great opportunities.

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Take Classes Like a Local

Attend courses with incredible students from all over the world.

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Take Lessons from the Best

Study one-on-one and in a small-group.

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Personalize Your Schedule

With the help of CvA staff.

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Practice in State-of-the-Art Facilities

CvA’s building includes recital halls, classrooms, and practice rooms.

Fall 2025

Program Dates:

August 18 - December 20

Application Deadline:

Estimated Cost:

$
23,950

Program Advisor

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Lindsay Smith

Once you’ve applied for a program, I’ll be your direct point of contact. From housing to course registration and everything in between, I’m here to help you prepare to study abroad. Once you’re accepted to your program, you’ll find even more detailed information about what you need to know before you depart in your Predeparture Guide. Let’s get started!

📱 800.995.2300 ✉️ study@IESabroad.org

About the Destination

Why Amsterdam?

As a Music student, you’ll flourish in Amsterdam’s thriving arts environment. Long known as a center for arts and culture, Amsterdam embraces expressions of the human spirit.

Learn More About Amsterdam

Get to Know Your New City

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Cycle Everywhere

Rent or buy a cheap bike and get around Amsterdam the way the Dutch do!

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Enjoy Traditional Dutch Dishes

From coffee to stroopwafels, eating in Amsterdam is a real treat.

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Appreciate Art

Visit world-renown art museums like the Rijksmuseum and Van Gogh Museum.

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Swing Out Over Amsterdam

Try riding the swings on the observation deck of the A’DAM Tower.

Fall Ball Abroad in Amsterdam

In Amsterdam, student athletes have the option to add on a baseball or softball training program on top of their coursework. Fall Ball Abroad in Amsterdam provides college baseball and softball players high-quality coaching and access to world-class training facilities.  Students who wish to participate will apply to an IES Abroad Amsterdam program, and once accepted, choose the baseball or softball add-on. We know how important it is to your sports performance to continue working and improving in the offseason. Why not work with international coaches and get stronger in Amsterdam?

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Program Dates

Spring 2025

Program Dates:

January 06 - May 30

Application Deadline:

Fall 2025

Program Dates:

August 18 - December 20

Application Deadline:

Academic Year 2025

Program Dates:

August 18

Application Deadline:

Academics