The 3 most affordable countries for admission are Belgium, Austria, and Italy

• Tuition fees (cost of education):
  For non-EU citizens: 726.72 euros per semester (about 1,453 euros per year) at most public universities. edu-vienna.com +1
• Programs in English: bachelor’s degree – approximately 2,000-5,000 euros per year, master’s degree – about 3,000-7,000 euros per year.
• Private universities and applied science universities: bachelor’s degree costs approximately 5,000-15,000 euros per year, while master’s degree costs around 10,000-25,000 euros per year.

• Rent depends on the city: Vienna — approximately 400–700 euros per month for a dorm room or apartment, Graz — about 300–600 euros, Salzburg — about 400–650 euros,
• Innsbruck — about 450–700 euros.
• Health insurance: about 65 euros per month for international students.
• Meals: on average 250–300 euros per month.
• Transportation: Student travel passes cost around 75 euros per semester in Vienna, and approximately 50-70 euros in other cities.

To obtain a residence permit, you need to prove your financial viability. For 2026, students under the age of 24 need proof of funds at the level of 722.58 euros per month, after 24 years — 1,308.39 euros per month. These funds must be available in the account for 12 months in advance.

This country is suitable for students who are ready for an academic approach, plan to study German (although there are programs in English), and are able to accumulate the necessary amount for proof of funds in advance.

Tuition fees:

• Public universities: The cost depends on the family’s income and is calculated using the ISEE (Indicatore della Situazione Economica Equivalente) system. For international students who do not have access to the ISEE, a fixed rate set by the university is typically applied, ranging from approximately 900 to 4,000 euros per year.
• Private universities: The cost varies depending on the university. For example, at the University of Bocconi, the Computer Science program may cost around 15,820 euros per year.

Rent: approximately 500-1000 euros per month for a separate studio.
Food, transportation, and personal expenses: an average of 600-1400 euros per month, depending on the city.

The country’s strength lies in its regional scholarships. For example, the DSU grant in Tuscany or other regions can cover accommodation, meals, and fully exempt students from tuition fees. This is a significant financial assistance for students, which is distributed based on family income (ISEE).

The country is ideal for creative and technical specialties. It is suitable for those who are willing to delve deeply into the process of applying for scholarships and finding programs in less popular student cities where the cost of living is lower.

• Tuition fees:
  Public universities: approximately 950–4,175 euros per year for bachelor’s and master’s degrees.
  Private universities: bachelor’s degree costs around 6,000–10,000 euros per year, while master’s degree costs approximately 8,000–12,000 euros per year.
• Living costs:
  Rent: approximately 350-700 euros per month, depending on the city and type of accommodation (dormitory, room in an apartment, etc.).
  Food and personal expenses: an average of 250-400 euros per month.
  Health insurance: from 300 to 1,000 euros per year.

The average cost of living is between 800 and 1,000 euros per month. Students from non-EU countries who have a legal residence permit can work up to 20 hours per week, which helps to cover some of their living expenses.

This is a choice for ambitious students who value a career ecosystem, international education, and a highly regarded degree.