Budgeting your student life
Your lifestyle determines how much money you will need as a student. We strongly recommend you to make a budget plan to manage your finances effectively.
Estimated monthly expences
Experience has shown that students living and studying in Rotterdam spend approximately €1000 - €1800 a month. This covers everyday expenses like food, housing, insurance, study materials, and more. Keep in mind, the estimate below does not include tuition fees and unforeseen costs, so it is wise to use it as a rough indication. Housing costs can vary considerably, and if you are planning to travel during your stay, you will need extra budget for that too.
Tips & know-hows
- Groceries at , or are less expensive than the same products at ;
- Keep track of grocery discounts, all weekly discounts ('aanbiedingen' in Dutch) are advertised on the websites of the supermarkets too;
- Buy good but cheap produce at the every Tuesday and Saturday;
- Make use of the sharp discounts of the ;
- Get a or for sharp discounts on cultural activities in Rotterdam;
- Buy books secondhand through or get a discount from your study association.
Examples of living expenses
- You can convert these amounts into your own currency with the
- Further information about the costs of living in the Netherlands and related subjects can be found on
*These are prices for a round trip with train and if you book well in advance
