Students interested in completing courses while abroad from Purdue colleges or departments that are not listed above should discuss this with their study abroad advisor before applying to the program.

All courses are taught in English by SBE faculty members using the problem-based learning method (PBL).  PBL is based on the principle that you work on an actual practical problem. With a tutorial group of twelve to fourteen students, you learn to list and analyze complicated problems in your field of study. Together you will discuss all aspects of the problem and agree on how you want to approach the matter. These problems are described in a so-called ‘block book’ where you will also find theories to study between meetings.

After your tutorial group meeting, you go home, to the library, or to the Learning and Resource Centre for Economics and Business Administration to research the solution to the formulated problem. Of course you can also consult a teacher. At your next meeting, you inform each other what you have found before dealing with a new task and formulating new problems you have to work out at home. Research has proven that this is a better way to learn than to purely study for exams and reproduce materials the teacher has selected for you.  One general lecture per week per topic is typically included along with these tutorials.

Most exchange students are housed with European and other American students at the UM Guesthouse. This organisation is affiliated with Maastricht University and offers 350 rooms for one or two students. All are easily accessible by bicycle or on foot. Unfortunately, SBE cannot guarantee that all students who apply for a room in the UM Guesthouse actually get a room there. Applications are processed on a first-come-first-served basis.  More information about the UM Guesthouse and other housing options can be found on the program website.

Students should carefully note what costs need to be paid to Purdue University or to a co-sponsor or agency, and what costs need to be paid at the overseas study location.  This will vary by program.

Costs for this program are estimated and subject to change. The cost figures listed below are for: Spring 2023

Purdue University financial aid may be applied to the costs of studying abroad. Students interested in receiving financial aid should

• direct financial aid inquiries to the Division of Financial Aid on the West Lafayette campus; 
• consult website Study Abroad Financial Aid Process;
• complete and submit the FAFSA by the appropriate deadline.

NOTE:  Recipients of certain tuition remission and scholarship programs should pay careful attention to the regulations for using those benefits for study abroad.  Ask your financial aid advisor about any limitations.

Click here for a list of scholarships and grants available to assist with the costs of studying overseas.

For full consideration, students must submit all supporting documents (typically an essay, transcripts, 1-2 recommendations, and copy of passport) before or by the application deadline.  Popular programs fill quickly, often before the deadline.  To insure a place in a program, apply early.

As soon as a student submits an online application, a My Study Abroad account is created. Applicants should consult this page often to check on the status of the application.

The websites listed below contain information about this program. The accuracy of information at external sites cannot be guaranteed.

• Program Website
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• Department of State Consular Information
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• CDC Travel Information (You must find Netherlands in list)