Compare Tuition Fees in Europe
If you plan to study in Europe, one of the most important factors to consider is the cost of tuition. While many European countries offer free or low-cost education to EU/EEA students, fees can vary greatly for international students. This guide will help you compare tuition fee structures across public universities in Europe, so you can make informed decisions for your budget and study goals.
Who is considered an EU student?
Generally, EU students are citizens of a country within the European Union (EU), the European Economic Area (EEA), or Switzerland. These students usually benefit from the same tuition fees as domestic students in most European countries. However, definitions can vary depending on the country and institution. Learn more about EU student status.
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Austria
EU StudentsFree at public universities
Non-EU Students€726.72/semester
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Bulgaria
EU Students€300 – 1,000/year
Non-EU Students€2,500 – 8,000/year
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Croatia
EU StudentsFree or low fees for full-time EU students
Non-EU Students€1,000 – 4,000/year
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Cyprus
EU Students~€3,500/year (Bachelor)
Non-EU StudentsSame rates generally apply
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Czech Republic
EU StudentsFree in Czech-taught programs
Non-EU StudentsFrom €1,000/semester (English)
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Denmark
EU StudentsFree for EU/EEA students
Non-EU Students~€10,000+/year
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Estonia
EU StudentsFree in Estonian-taught programs
Non-EU Students€2,000 – 8,000/year
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France
EU Students€189 – 396/year
Non-EU StudentsSame at public universities
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Germany
EU StudentsNo tuition at public universities
Non-EU StudentsMostly free; some states charge fees
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Greece
EU StudentsNo tuition at public universities
Non-EU Students~€1,000/year
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Hungary
EU StudentsFree under state-funded scheme
Non-EU Students€1,000 – 5,000/semester
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Iceland
EU StudentsNo tuition (€100–250 registration)
Non-EU StudentsSame — no tuition
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Ireland
EU StudentsFree (Free Fees Scheme)
Non-EU Students€10,000 – 20,000/year
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Italy
EU Students€0 – 2,000+/year (income-based)
Non-EU StudentsSame structure
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Latvia
EU Students€1,200 – 9,900/year
Non-EU Students€2,500 – 11,300/year
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Lithuania
EU Students€950 – 5,250/year (Bachelor)
Non-EU StudentsHigher end of scale
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Luxembourg
EU StudentsNo tuition (small registration fee)
Non-EU StudentsSame conditions
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Malta
EU StudentsFree at public universities
Non-EU Students€1,000 – 6,000/year
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Netherlands
EU Students€2,601/year (statutory, 2025–26)
Non-EU Students€6,000 – 15,000/year
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Norway
EU StudentsNo tuition (~€30–60 semester fee)
Non-EU StudentsFull tuition since 2023
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Poland
EU StudentsFree in Polish-taught programs
Non-EU StudentsFrom ~€2,000/year
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Portugal
EU Students€950 – 1,250/year
Non-EU StudentsSame fees generally
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Romania
EU Students€500 – 2,000/year
Non-EU Students€2,000 – 6,000/year
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Slovakia
EU StudentsFree in Slovak-taught programs
Non-EU Students€1,500 – 5,000/year
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Slovenia
EU StudentsFree for full-time EU students
Non-EU StudentsVaries by institution
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Spain
EU StudentsFrom ~€12.50/credit
Non-EU StudentsSame; some regional surcharges
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Sweden
EU StudentsNo tuition for EU students
Non-EU Students~€9,700+/year
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Switzerland
EU Students500 – 2,000 CHF/semester
Non-EU StudentsSame rates
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