Program Overview

Program Overview

The Spring Break in the Netherlands program is a unique opportunity for students to explore the land of canals, tulips, windmills, and timeless beauty. The program is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of what it's like to do business in the Netherlands.

Program Highlights

• Amsterdam/Gouda
• Stroopwafel Visit
• Canal Cruise
• De Haar Castle
• Flower Market

The Basics

• Instructor: Aaron Light, Department of Management
• Travel Dates: March 14-22, 2026
• Application Fee: $50 (to be applied to program fees)
• Program Fee: $3550 total travel cost + $200 Study Abroad Admin Fee + Airfare
• Course Options: 3 credit hours from one of the following:
  • BADM 4093(G)
  • BADM 4050
  • BADM 5093
  • BADM 5200
  • MGMT 4053(G)
• On-Campus Meeting Dates:
  • Friday, Feb. 6, 2026 - 3:30 p.m. (Orientation)
  • Thursday, Feb. 19, 2026 - 5:30 p.m.
  • Tuesday, March 3, 2026 - 5:30 p.m.
  • Wednesday, March 11, 2026 - 5:30 p.m.
  • Thursday, April 2, 2026 - 5:30 p.m.

Available Courses

• BADM 4093 (G): Study Abroad Business Impacts of Contemporary International Culture
• BADM 4050: Business Colloquium: Doing Business in the Netherlands
• BADM 5093: Study Abroad: Applied Business Studies
• BADM 5200: Selected Master of Business Administration Topics
• MGMT 4053(G): Study Abroad: Contemporary International Impacts in Management

Airfare

• It is the student's responsibility to purchase their own ticket
• CAGLE could assist in organizing air travel
• All accepted students will receive the faculty and/or staff's flight information as soon as the faculty's flight is booked
• It is suggested that students DO NOT book their flight until they receive this information, so they are able to arrive with or around the same time as the faculty and staff for transportation reasons
• For this program, students should fly into and out of Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
• If students choose to arrive before the program start date or leave after the program end date, they will be on their own for transportation to and from the airport as well as for additional accommodation arrangements and costs

Accommodation

• Shared Accommodation
• Twin, Triple, or Quad share based on location
• Roommates of the same gender

Payment Schedule

Included in Payment

• Tuition - 3 credit hours
• Health and travel insurance
• Lodging (Shared with single beds)
• In-country transportation
• Airport Transfer on arrival and departure - If it falls within the provided time frame
• Select group meals
• Entry fees to all required group tours and business visits

Not Included in Payment

• Passport - must be valid for 6 months after return to the US
• Visa if required
• Airfare
• Additional meals
• Personal expenses

Health and Safety Disclaimer

The CAGLE reserves the right to modify or cancel any study abroad program at any time, before or during travel, if circumstances arise that pose a risk to the health, safety, or well-being of participants. This includes, but is not limited to, global or regional health concerns, political instability, natural disasters, or insufficient enrollment.

Refund Policy

• ALL PAYMENTS INCLUDING APPLICATION FEE ARE NON-REFUNDABLE
• A $50 NON-REFUNDABLE Application fee will be charged to the student's bursar once the application has been submitted.
• Installment amounts and tuition fees will be charged to the student's bursar account as reflected on the payment schedule. If the student withdraws from the program for any reason, the installments WILL NOT BE REFUNDED once the listed dates have passed.