Changing of Study or Educational Institution

Criteria and conditions

  • The study must be a priority area of study.
  • The credits earned should be transferable.
  • The student must have sufficient years of study financing available to complete the study.

How to request a study change

Supporting documents

  • A letter addressed to the Minister of Education, Culture, Youth and Sport  requesting permission to change study or place of study.
    • The letter must contain your motivation/reasons for requesting the change.
  • Proof of admittance to the new school or study (major).
  • Proof that credits are transferable (if applicable).
  • A letter from the educational institution indicating the new expected graduation date (if applicable).

Changing place of study to the netherlands

Besides the aforementioned requirements please note the following:

  • Students studying in the Netherlands are required to request study financing from the Dutch Government. Please visit www.duo.nl for more information.
  • Students must also regulate their own housing. It is advisable to choose  schools that provides housing. For more information https://studyfinancing-sxm.com/before-you-apply/pursuing-your-studies-in-the-netherlands/
  • Students studying in the Netherlands only receive a partial scholarship from the Government of St.Maarten covering medical insurance, book money, guidance (first and second year students only), tickets (first time startup, vacation, death and or completion of studies).

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