Support with financial matters

Do you want to know more about managing money, do you have financial worries or debts, or would you like to earn extra money alongside your studies? On this page, we have compiled various tools to help you get your financial affairs in order.

Money management

Various organisations can help you get your financial affairs in order.

  • Nibud The Nibud helps you budget. What does studying actually cost?
  • Government The Government provides guidance on financial matters.
  • Calculation tool DUO DUO calculates how much student finance you need.

Help with financial worries or debts

If you have financial worries or debts, you can seek help from various organisations.

  • Municipality of Utrecht The municipality will work with you to create an overview of your finances and will work with you to find a solution.
  • Geldzaak Geldzaak provides anonymous help with your debts.
  • Schuldhulpmaatje SchuldHulpMaatje can also help you if you have debts.
  • Nibud Nibud shows you how to manage your debts independently.

Disability

If you have a disability, you may be eligible for an individual study grant via the municipality in some cases. Contact your local municipality to inquire about the conditions and application process. Always inform your study advisor about your disability well in advance to explore possible arrangements. This may also make you eligible for financial support via the university or DUO.