Cheapest Countries to Study Abroad

[Updated December 2019]

Do you have an undying desire to avoid the incessant ASUU strike and experience a stable academic calendar? Would you prefer to know the exact date of graduation right from the matriculation day? Studying abroad is the dream of many Nigerian students! Then you should definitely check out the cheapest countries to study abroad.

Besides a regular academic calendar, Nigerians have a strong passion to further their studies abroad because of the advanced knowledge and expertise in top western universities especially in such fields of study like science, medicine and technology-related courses. These universities offer knowledge and skills which are applicable and adaptable to situations requiring international interactions.

However, one thing that stands between Nigerians and this goal is the cost of studying abroad. But don’t worry, here are the top 10 cheapest countries to study abroad in Europe.

1. Germany

University in Berlin

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International students can enjoy access to tuition-free universities in most parts of Germany. The few German regions that charge tuition fees like Munich have average tuition fees as low as EUR260 (₦105,523). An additional mandatory fee of EUR32-64 (₦12,847-25,694) is required per semester for the student union. Most German cities are more affordable to live in than other European cities like Paris and London.

Top German universities for international students include Technical University Berlin; the Free University of Berlin; Humboldt University of Berlin; the Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich and the Technical University, Munich.

Average tuition fees are EUR 200-700 (₦80,200-280,706) per academic year.

2. Belgium

University in Brussels Cheapest Countries to Study Abroad

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The capital of Belgium, Brussels, and indeed the entire nation can be considered the cheapest country to study. The cost of living is relatively low and the quality of living is high.

Top Belgium universities for international students include The Catholic University in Leuven, Belgium, Vrije Universiteit Brussel and Université Libre de Bruxelles.

Average tuition fees are EUR1,500 -5,000 (₦601,513-2,005,042) per academic year.

3. Hungary

University in Hungary cheapest countries to study aborad

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Hungary offers some of the cheapest universities in the world. The accommodation charges are equally affordable. Hungarian universities also have various scholarship packages for international students. The overall cost of living in Hungarian cities is inexpensive compared to other European cities, making the destination one of the cheapest countries to study abroad. Therefore, Hungary is an affordable study destination for Nigerian students who want to travel abroad for education.

Top universities for international students include the University of Debrecen, University of Szeged, Corvinus University of Budapest, and Eötvös Loránd University.

Average tuition fees are EUR1,000 (₦401,008) per academic year.

4. Italy

University of Florence cheapest countries to study abroad

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Italy offers many of the cheapest universities in the world. They also have diverse accommodation options at economical rates. Italy is noted for offering the best education in such study areas as fashion, history, liberal arts and arts at low cost. It is indeed the best place to study the arts.

Top universities for international students include the University of Bologna, University of Rome La Sapienza, Polytechnic University of Milan, University of Rome Tor Vergata.

Average tuition fees are EUR1,500 (₦601,513) per academic year.

5. France

Study abroad in France

France has a low tuition rate for both local and international students. Paris, the French capital, ranks as one of the leading QS Best Student Cities in 2019 (QS World University Rankings, an annual publication of university rankings by Quacquarelli Symonds). Other cities in France have the additional advantage of having a lower cost of living than Paris. French universities offer diverse accommodation packages for international students at affordable rates, making the destination one of the cheapest countries to study abroad.

Top universities for international students include University in Lyon, France, Ecole Normale Supérieure de Lyon and Université Jean Moulin Lyon

Average tuition fees are EUR170-650 (₦68,171-260,655) per academic year.

6. Luxembourg

University of Luxembourg

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One of the cheapest countries to study in Europe is Luxembourg. With its modern, multilingual and multicultural society, it will be one of the most charming places you’ll ever visit! It’s also among the safest destinations in Europe, making it perfect for an international student.

Top universities for international students in Luxembourg include the University of Luxembourg and European Business University.

Average tuition fees are EUR400-800 (₦160,672-321,344)) per year, for business-related studies, it is EUR4,000-5,000 (₦1,606,720-2,008,400) per year.

7. Austria

University in Austria cheapest countries to study abrod

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Public universities in Austria have an average tuition fee of about 727 Euros and an additional 20 Euros for insurance and Austrian student union membership per semester.

Cost of living in Austria for students compares favourably with other Europeans countries.

Top universities for international students in Austria include University of Vienna, Leopold-Franzens-Universität Innsbruck, University of Graz, etc.

Average tuition fees are EUR1,452 (₦582,954) per academic year.

8. Norway

University of Oslo cheapest countries to study abroad

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The state universities and university colleges in Norway offer tuition-free education for international students. The students just pay a token EUR32-64 (₦12,847-25,694) per semester for student union membership.

This free education for international students extends from an undergraduate program to masters degree studies and PhD programs. Private universities have tuition fees, however, they are also affordable but the cost of living in Norway is higher than in other European countries. The cities with the lowest living costs are Volda, Sogndal, Porsgrunn and Narvik.

Top universities for international students in Norway include the University of Oslo, University of Bergen, Norwegian University of Science and Technology and University of Tromsø

9. Sweden

University of Sweden cheapest countries to study abroad

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International students from non-EU/EEA/Nordic country or Switzerland pay tuition fees. However, many universities offer partial and full scholarships packaged as tuition waivers for international students. If you are enrolled in a school that is a partner university to universities in Sweden, you can take part in their study abroad exchange programs. PhD programs are free however, for international students. The cost of living in Sweden is relatively high.

Top Swedish universities for international students are Lund University, Uppsala University, Karolinska Institute, Royal Institute of Technology and the Stockholm School of Economics.

Average tuition fees are EUR7,600 (₦3,051,768) per academic year.

10. Ukraine

University in Ukraine cheapest places to study abroad

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Ukraine is one of the cheapest countries to study abroad in Europe, with its universities offering one of the cheapest engineering and medical education compared to other European countries. The admission requirements are simple as TOEFL and ILETS are not required, all payments are made on arrival.

The cost of living in Ukraine is low yet the standard of living compares favourably with other European countries. There are also job opportunities during the summer holidays. Deserving students are assured of receiving a  student visa.

Top universities for international students in Ukraine: Kharkiv National Medical University, Dnipropetrovsk State Medical Academy, Ukrainian Medical Stomatological Academy, Crimea State Medical University, Odessa State Medical University.

Average tuition fees are EUR4,514 (₦1,813,573) per academic year.


So, now you know about the top cheapest countries to study abroad! Where do you plan to study first?

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231 thoughts on “Cheapest Countries to Study Abroad

  1. please, when is the adimsion closing for Germany universities? E-mail me the universities websites.

  2. Please can you email me the link and procedures to follow on how to apply for Ukraine Universities that offers Quantity Surveying course.. Am an HND graduate that seriously need a link to further my education.

  3. 14 july 2015
    …please email me the link on how to apply in university of vienna and university of Norway

  4. please I need help on how to futher my aircraft engineering course… I already have an ND and would like to futher in Ukraine

  5. Please I am looking for a university that offers architecture (undergraduate course ) instructed in english please among these ten countries I actually need help urgently

  6. Please send me the link on how to apply to a German and Ukraine university

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  8. How can i apply to universities in these various countries

  9. Give me the link of germany university that offers free tuition fee

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  11. i will really like to forward my studies but i really like financial support,i dont know how i can achieve my dreams???i do hope this site will be of a grate help to me in other to become some body tomorrow???

  12. i really need help to forward my studies because am having financial problems,hope this site can be of help to me??

  13. Please send me d details for the Ukraine university. I need it urgently and how to apply

  14. i have completed my 1st year mbbs in China Three Georges University . i would like to transfer my university and go to another country . so i want yours help to know is it possible and if yes to advise me a good country and university to continue my studies

  15. Dear sir/madam
    My brother done 12th with Bio and we want to know the procedure of doing MBBS in foregin and which country is good for both living and study for MBBS and also easily visa for the same

    Waiting for your valuable reponse
    with best regards
    Rajdeep mehla

  16. I need the university in Austra urgently and how to apply to it please don’t delay

  17. and also Norway free education and how to apply please it is urgent at least by tommorow

  18. Please I will appreciate an update from time via e-mail where possible. My e-mail address is as stated above. I would like my children to school in any if these places when the time comes because the eldest is just going to SSS1.
    Thanks

  19. Please send me the link for finland and germany and guidline on how to apply for their tution free university

  20. Please I need info on university in Austria or Belgium.

  21. Nice!

  22. Please tell me how is Netherland for my children for study

  23. Please e-mail me the link to register for german universities

  24. Pls can i get a link on how i can apply for finland university.

  25. What i just read here can be of good help to me which am looking forward to study civil engr in germany and here is my email Edosyanky@yahoo.com and looking forward to here from u.

  26. I am very grateful for having this vital information. May God bless you in abundance.

  27. hello, I must say this is a good thing the moderator has got going here, bravo. I’d also like to get details on the tuition and modes of application of schools in the following countries: Germany, Belgium, Hungary, France, Finland, Austria, Norway, and Sweden. Am an undergraduate architecture student like Efe and all info will be immensely appreciated. Thank you!

  28. I need a link on how to apply for varieties in Austria

  29. pls i want to do my degree in mbbs abroad.. pls help me with info. abt one of the cheapest university abroad and how to go about the application process and the school fees in nigerian currency. thank you .. awaiting your reply

  30. Thank God I found this blog. I want to travel to Norway to study Health, Environment and safety or Geomatic or Economics in any of the recognise institution, please how do I go about it.
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  31. wow i love this forum, Please i need a country and school where the tuition fee is not that expensive and also an opportunity where i can work and live if possible getting a resident permit would not be difficult.
    I am done with my undergraduate study and i wish to master and further outside Nigeria after my National youth Service Year in 2016. Please i would love in getting a reply forwarded to my mail.
    Thank you..

  32. thanks for your information. i just concluded my undergraduate programme in urban and regional planning and i wish to further my studies outside Nigeria and the countries of my choice are Ukraine and Finland. please i will be glad if u can help me with the links to get an international scholarship to do an M.Sc in geographic information system in any of the universities in these countries thanks.

  33. PLEASE who know about studding in Moldova .Is it give good quality or no specialty
    in engineering depatments

  34. cn u pls giv me germany university link or procedure for admission

  35. Great article! Do you perhaps know how many students from Nigeria study abroad per annum, or of any definitive online publications covering these type of statistics?

    Best regards,

  36. Please send me details on the admission form of ukraine norway Please leave your comment…

  37. I want to apply for austria as master programmes. So plz tell what can i have to do ??? Tell me eligibility and requirements.

  38. Please when will the admission for German universities comence?

  39. I am studying Ukraine for a school project, where did you get your information so I can know it is credible!

  40. Wow. How can i be admitted in any of those countries?

  41. Hi,
    Very nice and effective information you have mentioned in your blog. its really beneficial for the students who are looking for the medical study abroad in Europe.

  42. > Hello my name is sani miko ,with due respect I wish to apply
    > for the request for undergraduate scholarship into
    > university’ i wish my request will have a good response. thanks.

  43. Pls send me d details on hw to study in Ukraine or any other cheap university to study pharmacy. Thank

  44. Thank you very much for this blog. It is clear, easy to understand and immensely helpful. I’m sure you’re an incredible source of support for many aspiring medical students, who want to study Abroad.

  45. please which of the is English speaking country

  46. Wow , is there any of the universities offering online medical laboratory or phs ycology . Pls what s d method of application.pls in any of d tuition free school.

  47. how can i be connected

  48. Hello, “Study Medicine abroad ” you have written nice informative blog about the top country in Europe for medical courses, it would be helpful and beneficial for the medical students.They can attain lots of information about the requirements and accommodation facilities for terms and conditions for living in Ukraine.

  49. I am really surprised and shocked at the people commenting here!! Are you even students, or people who should have any form of education at all?? .If there’s any luck that some/any of you will ever study abroad, its going to be a daunting experience all in itself!! you cant research to get detailed information by yourselves! you want links, and application forms on your beds, etc, etc…na wa for wuna ohh!!! No doubt con men are very successful these days!!

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