How much does it cost to study in Portugal?

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1. Tuition costs for international students in Portugal

Tuition costs at public universities

Tuition fees at most public universities vary as follows:

550 - 1050 euros per year for a bachelor's degree

500 - 2500 euros per year for master's degree

Of course, there are exceptions. For example, for many bachelors at the University of Madeira, you have to pay 4000 euros a year. If you want to study for a master’s degree at Aveiro University, expect to pay 4500 - 5500 euros per year.

The tuition fees mentioned above apply mainly to EU / EEA students. If you are not an EU / EEA citizen, you can pay to study more. This does not apply to all curricula, as each institution may set fees. To avoid making a mistake, always check how much it costs to study for students in your state.

Tuition costs at private universities

While tuition fees at private universities are higher, they are lower than in countries such as the United States, the United Kingdom, or Australia. You can pay more than 7000 euros per year for some training programs, but for non-EU / EEA countries, the costs can be high

The cheapest universities in Portugal

Here is a list of the cheapest Portuguese universities:

• Lusophone University of Humanities and Technology - starting at € 500 per academic year

• University of Porto - starting at 871 euros per year

• Minho University - starting at 1037 euros per year

• Leiria Polytechnic Institute - tuition starts at 1040 euros per year

• Superior Texnico Instituto - starting at 1063 euros per year

Payment to study at the best universities

These are the average tuition fees of the top ranked Portuguese universities:

• University of Aveiro - tuition from 3000 to 5500 euros per year

• Coimbra University - tuition from 900 to 9000 euros per year

• University of Lisbon - a fee of 3000 to 7000 euros per year

• University of Porto - payment of 871-6000 euros per year



2. Living expenses for international students in Portugal

As mentioned above, it is easier to live in Portugal because it is the cheapest country in Europe. Of course, the cost of living varies from one region to another, but on average you will need around 500 - 800 euros per month.

Accommodation costs

Accommodation costs in Portugal are in line with the international average. Here are the average prices of the most common accommodation options:

Student dormitories: 150 to 250 euros per month

Studio / one-bedroom apartment for rent: 200 - 800 euros per month

Renting a room in a shared apartment: 100 - 550 euros per month

If you want to rent a studio or decide to share an apartment, always ask if the utilities are included in the price. They can add up to € 100 to your monthly expenses.

Food costs

You spend about 150-200 euros per month on food and groceries. Some of the cheapest supermarkets in Portugal are Jumbo, Continente / Modelo, Lidl and Pingo Doce.

You can also find cheap meals in university kitchens that cost around 2 - 5 euros. In a small restaurant, even in Lisbon, you can get a meal for 7 euros. Dinner will be more expensive, but with drinks it will not cost more than 15 euros.

Transportation costs

The cost of a one-way ticket for local transportation is about 1,5 euros, while the cost of student transit ranges from 20 to 55 euros per month.

In most cities, a subway card costs around 25 euros per month.

In some small towns in Portugal, or depending on where you live, you don’t have to pay for transportation, except in some rare cases, because you can easily walk around the city on foot.

You can easily travel around Portugal and visit the amazing attractions by train. Prices start at 25 euros for travel around the country.