For many international students, finding a place to live is one of the biggest concerns when planning to study abroad. That was also the case for Samuel from Slovakia, who knew early on that housing could be a challenge. Especially in the Netherlands, where demand is high. But to his surprise, the process turned out to be much easier than expected, thanks to the support from HZ and APV Housing
A quick and simple process
“As soon as I applied to HZ, I was directed to APV, the housing corporation for HZ students,” Samuel says. “I just filled in the contact form on their website, and I was able to book my room easily. It was really straightforward.”
Samuel had been considering several countries for his studies, but the availability of affordable and convenient housing played a big role in choosing the Netherlands and HZ in particular. “Housing in the Netherlands can be difficult to find,” he explains, “but here in Zeeland, it’s a different story. It felt much more manageable.”
Campus life in Vlissingen
Samuel now lives on the student campus in Vlissingen, a beautiful coastal town where one of the HZ's buildings is located. “I live in a single room with a shared kitchen and bathroom,” he says. “There are different options for international students, so it’s easy to find something that suits you.”
Living on campus has helped Samuel settle in and make connections. “When you’re a first-year student, living on campus helps a lot as you have the opportunity to meet students and make friends,” he shares. “For me, it’s super convenient: I get to hang out with my classmates often and everything is close by like the school, shops, and even the beach!”
Advice for future students
Samuel encourages future international students not to wait too long to apply. “Start your application as soon as possible,” he advises. “The earlier you start with the process, the more choice you’ll have when it comes to housing. But after all, HZ makes the process really smooth.”
For Samuel, finding housing turned out to be one of the easiest parts of moving abroad. “It gave me peace of mind and helped me focus on getting ready for my studies. I felt supported from the very beginning.”
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