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Largest choice of universities and specialisations; STEM OPT gives up to 3 years of work experience after an eligible degree.
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USA vs Netherlands for Indian Students
A side-by-side comparison of studying in the USA and the Netherlands: total cost in rupees, work during and after study, and long-term options.
- USA: median ₹98 lakh
- Netherlands: median ₹60 lakh
- Netherlands cheaper by ≈ ₹39 lakh
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USA or Netherlands: which is better for Indian students?
On our university data, the Netherlands is cheaper: the median total cost is ₹60 lakh versus ₹98 lakh in the USA. After graduation, the USA offers OPT 12 months + 24-month STEM OPT extension for STEM-designated degrees, while the Netherlands offers orientation year: up to 12 months to find work after graduation. The better choice depends on your course, budget and long-term plan.
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USA vs Netherlands
- Median total cost
- USA: ₹98 lakh · Netherlands: ₹60 lakh
- Duration
- USA: 1.5–2 years (some 1-year programs) · Netherlands: 1–2 years
- Intakes
- USA: Fall (Aug/Sep) · Netherlands: September (main)
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One of continental Europe's largest choices of English-taught degrees; Strong engineering, data, logistics and business programs.
Budget first
Netherlands is about ₹39 lakh cheaper at the median on our data.
Career first
Compare post-study work: USA (OPT 12 months + 24-month STEM OPT extension for STEM-designated degrees) and Netherlands (Orientation year: up to 12 months to find work after graduation).
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On our data, Netherlands has the lower median total cost (₹60 lakh vs ₹98 lakh).
USA: OPT 12 months + 24-month STEM OPT extension for STEM-designated degrees. Netherlands: Orientation year: up to 12 months to find work after graduation.
USA: Up to 20 hours/week on campus during semesters. Netherlands: Up to 16 hours a week during term (employer arranges a work permit) or full-time in June–August.
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