Price of studying abroad in various countries

The cost of studying in Germany:

There are more than 390 institutions of higher learning in Germany, including 121 comprehensive universities and 215 universities of applied sciences. Starting from the summer of 2014, tuition fees will be free throughout Germany. Currently, only Lower Saxony charges tuition fees of up to 500 euros.

German tuition fees generally stipulate that a semester does not exceed 500-600 euros, and each university's fee standard is usually between 200-600 euros, which is determined by the university itself. Moreover, even if there is a fee, it only refers to the undergraduate and master's level, and the doctoral level is free.

The living expenses required to attend university in Germany mainly include: rent, food, insurance, transportation, registration, books, clothing, etc. For Chinese students, the biggest expense while studying in Germany is housing. This cost varies greatly depending on the price of the housing where the student lives. If you cannot live in a student dormitory, in some big cities such as Munich, Berlin and Frankfurt, students' housing expenses will be very high. A simple single-room apartment may cost two to three hundred euros per month. If you can live in a student dormitory, the cost of housing will be significantly reduced. Generally, it is more than 100 euros per month. In some small cities, the cost of student dormitories is only 80 or 90 euros per month.

The cost of studying in France:

The French government subsidizes 80% of education funds every year to improve teaching facilities and strengthen teaching staff. Therefore, the cost of studying in France is lower than that of other European and American countries. Much more.

Tuition fees in France vary depending on the nature of the school. Generally speaking, the annual registration fee for comprehensive universities ranges from 120 to 700 euros; the average annual registration fee for colleges and universities ranges from 400 to 15,000 euros. Other types of School fees range from 300 to 6,000 euros per year. In addition, Chinese students studying in France often need to attend language schools or preparatory classes in their first year. The fees for these schools are generally between 700 and 6,000 euros per year, depending on the number of class hours and the cost of each class hour. Each class hour 8-10 euros.

In terms of accommodation, the cost of dormitories in public universities is relatively low, about 150 euros per month. If you rent a privately built for-profit dormitory, it costs about 250 euros per month.

The cost of studying in the Netherlands:

Universities in the Netherlands enjoy state subsidies, and the tuition fees for international courses of the same level are much lower than those in other countries. The fees for most undergraduate courses range from 6,000 to 7,000 euros, and the fees for graduate courses range from 8,000 to 13,000 euros. In addition, many schools will give special discounts to foreign students on fees.

The monthly living expenses (including food and accommodation) of Chinese students in the Netherlands range from about 400 to 600 euros. The insurance premium is generally about 400 euros per year, which covers the basic items needed by students in the Netherlands. .

Students from countries outside the EU who are admitted to degree courses can legally work up to 10 hours a week, with an hourly income ranging from about 6 to 15 euros. They can work full time during holidays.

The cost of studying abroad in Ireland:

Low fees and high quality of education are the unique advantages of Irish higher education. The annual tuition fee at the National University of Ireland is around 10,000 euros, and that at the Polytechnic University is 8,000-9,000 euros. For undergraduate and graduate studies, the total annual expenses are approximately RMB 150,000.

While studying in Ireland, students can earn up to 20 hours of legal working income per week (no time limit on holidays). Many well-known universities such as Dundalk Institute of Technology also offer paid internship courses.

The cost of studying in Spain:

Spanish universities are mainly public. International students enjoy the same tuition fees as Spanish students while studying in public universities. Since public higher education is subsidized by the government, tuition fees are low. Taking an undergraduate degree as an example, the total tuition fee for a four-year study is approximately RMB 25,000. The living expenses for one year in Spain are RMB 40,000-50,000. After studying for four years, the total tuition for a Spanish undergraduate degree is approximately RMB 25,000. The cost is less than the cost of studying in the UK and the US for a year.

For college graduates, graduates from domestic three-year junior colleges and those with a bachelor's degree can directly study for a master's degree after passing the language test. The master's program lasts 1 to 2 years and the tuition fee is about 12,000. yuan/year.

The cost of studying in Italy:

Italy does not regard education as a profitable industry. Public universities are tuition-free, and international students only need to pay a one-year registration fee (about 10,000 yuan). ). The financial guarantee for private universities is 10,000-15,000 euros (approximately 100,000-150,000 yuan).

Living expenses while studying in Italy are around 6,000 euros per year, including accommodation, food and transportation.