We are students who already made this journey.
Now we guide you, from start to finish.
We are Studex Consulting, a team of students who have studied at the best Dutch universities. We know how confusing the process can be — and we guide you so you don't have to figure it out alone.
We start with you from the profile analysis and finish when you're already settled in your new apartment. That's how complete it is.
Talk to usWe don't just inform you about the grants: we manage them with you.
The Dutch government lends money to all students to cover living costs and tuition. We help you apply.
If your income is low, the State covers part of your monthly rent. We manage the application with you.
Monthly subsidy to cover mandatory health insurance. Don't miss a single euro you're entitled to.
We identify and apply for all grants available for your profile, both private and institutional.
Full support from your first email to your first day of class.
We evaluate your record and tell you what options you really have, without false expectations.
More infoYour letter is what matters most. We help you find your voice and write something that truly stands out.
More infoNot all universities fit the same way. We guide you on programmes, cities and options based on your goals.
More infoDUO, huurtoeslag, zorgtoeslag — we identify and manage everything you're entitled to.
More infoFinding a flat in the Netherlands is hard. We give you strategy, contacts and real support.
More infoWe are with you every step: deadlines, documents, emails, admin. Nothing slips through.
More infoOne of the best in Europe. Thousands of programmes in English.
Strong in business, health and social sciences.
The best technical school in Europe. Engineering and design.
Top in business, economics and global management.
The oldest in the Netherlands. Law and humanities.
World-class research. Unbeatable student life.
International atmosphere and a 100% student city.
PBL method, 100% English, unique European atmosphere.
Without Studex I wouldn't have known where to begin with the motivation letter. They helped me find my own voice instead of giving me a generic template.
The constant follow-up made all the difference. Every deadline, every document, we had everything under control weeks before the due date. I never felt alone in the process.
I arrived thinking about one city and ended up choosing another that fitted much better with what I wanted. Their guidance was honest — they don't sell you what you don't need.
The keys to standing out in a Dutch application, with real examples.
Read CostsHonest breakdown of expenses: tuition, rent, food and leisure.
Read DeadlinesAll the key dates of the Dutch academic year, no excuses.
ReadBetween 9 and 12 months before the course starts. Most Dutch universities close their deadlines between January and May for programmes starting in September.
The first consultation is free to assess your profile. We then explain exactly what each plan includes before you decide anything.
We cover the main research universities and universities of applied sciences, including programmes in English and Dutch in the eight university cities of the country.
Yes. We advise you on platforms, strategy, deadlines and budget by city. The Dutch rental market is competitive — it's better to go prepared.
No. Studex Consulting is an independent consultancy formed by former students. We are not officially affiliated with any Dutch university.
First consultation free, no commitment.
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