Hotelschool The Hague
About
Hotelschool The Hague, a state-accredited university of applied sciences listed by Vereniging Hogescholen and Studielink, teaches hospitality for €11,600/year — competitive for a specialised Western European hospitality school. IELTS 6.0 is accessible without extra prep, and two intakes (February and September) give flexibility if you miss a deadline.
The Hague is a quieter, more formal Netherlands—seat of parliament, international courts, diplomatic hub. Living costs are moderate (€1,000–1,300/month), and the city has a serious, professional atmosphere without Amsterdam's tourism overwhelm. You'll see hospitality businesses everywhere: hotels, conferences, international events needing staff and managers.
Application deadlines
- SeptemberFeb 01
Non-EU strict deadline. HTH interviews all applicants. Feb 1 recommended; later applications on a space-available basis.
- FebruaryOct 01
February intake available. HTH has two intakes per year.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to study at Hotelschool The Hague as a non-EU student?
Tuition for non-EU students at Hotelschool The Hague is €11600 per year. Living costs in The Hague are separate.
What IELTS score do you need for Hotelschool The Hague?
English-taught programmes at Hotelschool The Hague typically require IELTS 6 or equivalent. Confirm the exact requirement per programme on the official admissions page.
How much money do you need to show for a student visa to Netherlands?
For a student residence permit in Netherlands you must prove €13,569 per year (2026, Immigration service (IND) — required amounts: https://ind.nl/en/required-amounts-income-requirements).
Does Hotelschool The Hague offer scholarships?
Holland Scholarship: one-time €5,000 first-year grant for non-EU students. Apply directly to the institution. BY eligibility uncertain for 2026 intake.
Where is Hotelschool The Hague located?
Hotelschool The Hague is in The Hague, Netherlands. Brusselselaan 2, 2587 AH The Hague, Netherlands
What can you study at Hotelschool The Hague?
Fields offered include: Hospitality.
Accommodation
The Hague shares housing pressure with Leiden and Delft. DUWO complexes available for students.
SourceScholarships
- 🏛Holland Scholarship (€5,000)
Holland Scholarship: one-time €5,000 first-year grant for non-EU students. Apply directly to the institution. BY eligibility uncertain for 2026 intake.
National funding for this destination
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Why this works
- Hotelschool The Hague is a state-accredited university of applied sciences, listed by Vereniging Hogescholen and Studielink.
- Tuition is €11,600 per year — competitive for a specialised hospitality school in Western Europe.
- IELTS 6.0 minimum is a low bar, accessible to most CIS graduates without extra preparation.
- Two intakes per year (February and September) give flexibility if one deadline is missed.
- Students can work 16 h/week during term and full-time in summer (June–August) without a separate work permit.
- After graduation, the Dutch orientation-year permit (Zoekjaar) gives 12 months to find a job in the EU.
What to check
- RU-passport holders face payment complications: SWIFT transfers to the Netherlands are blocked; alternative channels must be arranged in advance.
- BY students have no confirmed standard pathway — contact with the Dutch immigration service (IND) required individually.
- Accommodation is not guaranteed: dormitory availability is unconfirmed and private housing in The Hague costs €700–1,500/month.
- The Hague is a government and diplomatic city — smaller hospitality industry than Amsterdam or Rotterdam for internships.
- Financial proof requirement is high: ~€13,569 in a blocked account or sponsor letter before visa approval.
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