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UStudy Academy@Watersley is located at Watersley 1, 6132 KA Sittard, The Netherlands, on the Watersley Sports & Talentpark in Sittard, Limburg. The campus sits in a green, purpose-built campus environment with on-site facilities and access to surrounding amenities. Free parking is available on campus. An optional shuttle service to and from Sittard train station is available for an additional fee.
Middle School and High School pathways are offered. The program is designed for students aged 12–20.
International secondary school offering blended learning with online coursework and on-site workshops; it operates as an American day and boarding school with optional on-campus housing for students aged 18+.
SEN support program is available for an additional fee.
Netherlands
Schedule is Monday–Friday from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM. No homework; learning happens during the day through projects and collaboration. Lunch is included.
Shuttle service to and from Sittard train station is available for an additional fee.
Application fee
- No specific application fee amount is listed for UStudy Academy@Watersley.
Tuition (by school year and program)
- 2025–2026 academic year: €12,000 per student for both Middle School and High School programs.
- Standard annual tuition for the September 2026–August 2027 contract year: €12,000 per student (the school states this is the standard annual tuition and is a fixed fee regardless of month of enrollment).
- Special launch offer (January–August 2026): €6,500 for students enrolling between January and June 2026; this covers on‑campus learning through June 2026 with continued asynchronous online access during July–August 2026 and includes 3 course credits.
- The published tuition rates apply to Middle School and High School only; no separate per‑year‑group (grade‑level) price list is provided.
Per‑term detail
- A per‑term breakdown of the annual tuition (for example term-by-term installments or amounts per term) is not provided; the school describes a fixed annual tuition (September–August) and the special short‑term launch price for Jan–Aug 2026.
Billing schedule and payment terms
- All families sign a 12‑month contract covering September–August; the annual tuition of €12,000 is quoted as a fixed fee that applies regardless of a student's month of enrollment.
- Early‑bird discount: €500 reduction for full payment made by May 31, 2026.
- The special launch contract for students enrolling Jan–June 2026 sets tuition at €6,500 for on‑campus learning through June 2026 with online access in July–August 2026.
Boarding and housing fees
- Independent housing on campus is offered as an optional service for students aged 18+ and small families and is listed as an additional cost; no specific boarding or housing fee amounts are provided.
Other costs and optional fees
- The following additional services and items are identified as chargeable (amounts not specified): Dutch as a First Language (mandatory for Dutch citizens), Dutch as a Second Language, English as a Second Language, individual tutoring (online), additional credits beyond enrollment minimum, UStudy Academy shirt & sweatshirt, after‑school club activities (e.g., horseback riding), shuttle service from/to Sittard train station, additional cafeteria meals, independent housing (18+), Body‑Mind Balance personal program, costs related to the Study Abroad High School Program, and SEN support program.
- Included in the published tuition are: learning materials (online and physical), daily lunch buffet and classroom fresh fruit, translation of previous transcripts, credit transfer services, enrollment in 6 credit courses (with discounts on additional credits), 24/7 access to the learning platform, tech support, teacher feedback and support, on‑site learning coach and dedicated online mentor, personal academic adviser, guidance through workshops and trips, free campus parking, graduation cap & gown, graduation ceremony and photo, and a 25% discount for stays at the on‑campus SEPHS Hotel.
Refund information
- No specific refund policy, cancellation penalties, or conditions for refunds are stated.
Fee payment options
- Payment method details (for example: credit card, bank transfer, direct debit) are not specified.
Summary of missing fee details
- The published campus information provides the headline annual tuition figures, the Jan–Aug 2026 launch rate, the 12‑month contract condition, and an early‑payment discount. The page does not provide: a specific application fee amount, per‑term installment amounts, grade‑level (year‑group) price differences, explicit boarding/housing price schedules, a written refund/cancellation policy, or the accepted payment methods.
UStudy Academy@Watersley is an international secondary school in the Netherlands offering an American curriculum for students aged 12 to 18. The Watersley campus blends online coursework with on-site workshops, projects, and daily mentorship. Classes run Monday to Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., with no homework, and learning centers on collaboration and projects. The program includes college counseling and a study-abroad option, and students can earn Accredited Certificates, Diplomas, and Transcripts, with credits allocated for each term and transfer opportunities. On-campus housing is available for 18+ students. English and Dutch are spoken on site; Dutch language options and ESL support are available for an added fee. Facilities include bright classrooms, a cooking studio, a performance stage, a student lounge, fitness and yoga spaces, and walking and cycling routes. Daily mentorship and reflection circles support wellbeing, with 24/7 access to the learning platform and a personal adviser for student success.
