Skip to ContentSkip to Navigation
Education
Header image University of Groningen Student Blog

Results for tag: Student Finance

A budget is financially smart!

Settling in Groningen: How did I financially prepare to move to the Netherlands

Date:13 August 2025
Author:Abibat

Moving is always a challenge, but moving to a new country where you don’t speak the language adds a layer of complexity. In this blog, I will walk you through how I prepared financially for my move to the Netherlands! 

Reduce, Reuse, Recycle <3

Settling in Groningen: Where to find your essentials

Date:16 July 2025
Author:Suzanne

Moving to a new city comes with plenty of excitement, and quite a few practical questions. When arriving in Groningen, it’s important to know where to find your daily necessities. From groceries and medicine to bikes and study supplies, here’s a guide to...

Hylke making spicy tuna pasta in her kitchen.

5 cheap and easy student recipes for the end of the month

Date:20 September 2023
Author:Hylke
The end of the month is here, your money is running low, so the big question is: what are you having for dinner? Not to worry, we’ve come to the rescue! Here are five budget-friendly, easy, and incredibly delicious recipes.
Hylke presenting you 6 alternative ways to earn money as a student during the summer.

6 alternative ways to earn money as a student during the summer

Date:02 August 2023
Author:Hylke
Summer is a time where people often either spend a lot of money on fun activities, or use the time to make and save up money. Are you planning on doing the latter? In this blog, we talk about 6 alternative ways in which you can earn money as a student during summer.
Khushboo in front of the former Gemeentehuis.

Post Arrival Guide: Settling into Groningen & Must-Do’s for International Students

Date:06 July 2023
Author:Khushboo
Upon your arrival to the Netherlands, there are a few crucial tasks that require your attention. In this article, Khushboo will guide you through the essential steps you must take post-arrival so that you can pass through this phase of your Dutch journey seamlessly.
Hey man, could you please Tikkie me my DUO?

Practical tips and services for every international

Date:03 June 2020
Author:Asmo
In this blog, I will share some practical tips and services with you that I wish I had known about in advance so that you can kick-start your life in the Netherlands.
Tip 1: always send tikkies when paying for someone else

How to be cheap like a Dutchie

Date:18 October 2019
Author:Danique
Always wondered why people ask to "Go Dutch" when splitting a restaurant bill? Read Danique's blog on all the best ways to save money like a Dutchie!
Share this Facebook LinkedIn