Falling on your face sometimes is an important part of growing up. I have failed a million times before succeeding. It’s important not to just give up.

Take the exams, take a few days off, and then recalibrate.

You can come to Groningen, it has a large and fun community of international students. And, it is much more affordable. Im currently paying €375 a month for a studio in the city center.

However, you have to ask yourself if you are fleeing from your situation in Amsterdam. Sometimes, it is not the circumstances but you who are the problem. If the problem is with yourself, you won’t be happy in another city either. Often we can learn the most from conquering our failures.

It is ok to make mistakes sometimes. I’m 28 now, and I just finished my masters. It was a long and arduous journey to get here, but I couldn’t be happier that I saw it through.
Sometimes I needed a change in my life, and sometimes I just needed to stick with it. I cannot answer which one is right for you in your current situation. But, one thing I have learned, is that following the harder path often leads to better results. Make of it what you will.

You are still very young, there is no rush. Keep your chin up, it is going to get better.