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Have you ever dreamt of studying a Masters degree in Europe? The question on your mind is; Study in Europe, how much is the tuition fee? Did the thought of high tuition fees hold you back? Well, hold on! The good news is that Europe offers many Masters programs at an affordable cost and sometimes even free!

Several European universities are primarily government-funded, which allows them to offer high-quality education at a fraction of the price in the UK, USA, Canada and Australia. So forget the tuition fee concerns and learn about the countries and schools with affordable costs in Europe!

This article discusses the tuition fees for Bachelors and Masters programs across various European countries. We will compare the costs and benefits of studying abroad and help you understand the exciting world of European higher education. 

Tuition Fees to Study in Europe

Understanding the difference between tuition fees for EU and non-EU students is crucial. While both groups enjoy the benefits of a high-quality European education, the financial requirements can differ.

EU citizens enjoy significant advantages when studying in Europe:

  • Equal Treatment: EU students can study in any EU country while paying the same tuition fees. They will pay the same fees as domestic students, making the study abroad experience more affordable.
  • Easy Access: Moving within the EU is generally straightforward for students. They can apply for the European Health Insurance Card (EHIC), providing access to the same healthcare as in their home country.
  • Financial Support Opportunities: Depending on the country, EU students may be eligible for residence permits and access to financial support programs similar to domestic students.

Non-EU/EEA students seeking study in Europe have different fates:

  • Tuition Fees: Non-EU students pay higher tuition fees than their EU counterparts. However, this does not mean you can not study in Europe.
  • Scholarship Options: Europe offers a lot of scholarships and funding opportunities. With over 16 billion EUR dedicated annually to scholarships, you can find financial aid to offset tuition costs.
  • Medical Insurance: Non-EU students often require private medical insurance, which adds an extra expense to consider.

Tuition Fees for European Countries

Country Average Tuition FeesTop SchoolsAverage Cost of Living
Spain€900- 3000/yearUniversity of Barcelona
Universidad Carlos III de Madrid
Universidad Católica de Murcia (UCAM)
EU Business School
Pompeu Fabra University
€700- 1300/month
Finland€5,000 – 13,000/year for BSc
€8,000 – 18,000/year for MS
Aalto University
University of Helsinki
University of Oulu
Lappeenranta University of Technology
Tampere University
University of Turku
€9,600 (~US$11,200)/year
Germany €3,000 (~US$3,500)/yearTechnical University of Munich 
Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München 
Freie Universitaet Berlin
€10,200/year (~US$11,900)
Austria €726.72 (~US$850)/semesterUniversity of Vienna
TU Wien
University of Innsbruck
Graz University of Technology
Johannes Kepler University Linz
Alpen-Adria-Universität Klagenfurt
€11,400 (~US$13,350)/year
Belgium€4,175+ (~US$4,900+)/yearKU Leuven
Ghent University
Université catholique de Louvain
Université libre de Bruxelles
University of Antwerp
Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB)
Université de Liège
Hasselt University
€10,200-11,400 (~US$11,940-13,350)/year
SwitzerlandCHF 1200 to CHF 2500/semesterCHF 1200 to CHF 2500/semesterCHF 22,734 (~US$22,875)/year
FranceFor BSc:
€2,770 (~US$3,100)/year
For MS:
 €3,770 (~US$4,240)/year
Université PSL
École Polytechnique
Sorbonne University
Université Paris-Saclay
ENS de Lyon
École des ponts ParisTech
Université Grenoble Alpes
€9,900 (~US$11,550)/year
ItalyFor BSc:
€950-4000 (~US$920-1,100)/year
For Postgrad:
€1,500 (~US$1,750)/year
Politecnico di Milano
Sapienza University of Rome
University of Bologna
University of Padua
Politecnico di Torino
University of Milan
€12,000 (~US$14,000)/year
NorwayCa. €11,000 to €34,000University of Oslo
University of Bergen
Norwegian University of Science and Technology
University of Tromsø – The Arctic University of Norway
Norwegian University of Life Sciences
University of Stavanger
NOK 139,680/year (~US$17,100)
Source: Here and Here.

Conclusion

In conclusion, Europe offers affordable tuition fees for international students, Nigerians inclusive. The table above shares comparative tuition fees for some countries in Europe. Some countries also have scholarship opportunities for international students. Start the journey towards higher education in Europe and unlock your full potential.

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