How much will it cost to study medicine abroad in 2025?

MUDr Andreas Zehetner

MUDr Andreas Zehetner

CO-Founder of futuredoctor

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Last updated: 5 November 2024
Costs of studying medicine abroad

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Get an overview of possible costs for studying medicine abroad.

Many want to, only a few are allowed to: To study medicine.

Medicine, not just a subject, not just a degree, not just a science - medicine is a vocation, medicine is a passion. Every year there are thousands of young people who would give anything for this dream. What is really necessary, what costs are involved in Studying medicine abroad and what options are available for those interested in studying medicine can be found in the following blog article.

Tuition fees for studying medicine abroad?

If you want to try out the famous faculties in the United States, such as Harvard, Yale, Cornell, etc., you will soon realise that tuition fees of up to USD 500,000 are not uncommon.

But in comparison, equivalent Medical study programmes at European universities almost a bargain: Although the costs vary from country to country, the tuition fees are significantly lower: If you are interested in studying medicine abroad, you can generally expect to pay between €7,500 and €20,000 per year. Living expenses such as housing and learning materials are added to this.

How high are the costs of living when studying medicine abroad?

As Cost of living refers to the costs that can arise in a place of residence for basic expenses such as food, basic supplies and leisure activities. These are around 10 to 20 % lower at the locations offered by futuredoctor compared to Germany and Austria. On average, students require monthly pocket money of around €400 to €500.

What accommodation costs can I expect when studying medicine abroad?

The Housing costs include the basic rent and all periodic or monthly fees for the use of a flat. Depending on whether you opt for a shared flat, your own flat or a student hall of residence, the monthly costs per person average between €250 and €600.

As you can see, the dream of studying medicine abroad is definitely realisable and, especially at the present time, doctors who want to pursue their passion with conviction are in demand. For all questions about studying medicine we are always at your disposal and look forward to advising you on your studies abroad.

Here you have an overview of all the costs of Europe's top universities.

UniversityHuman medicineDentistry
Charles University
Pilsen, Czech Republic
approx. 7.900€ / semesterapprox. 7.900€ / semester
Charles University
Prague, Czech Republic
approx. 8.500€ / semester-
Jessenius University
Martin, Slovakia
5.450€ / semester-
University of Nicosia
Nicosia, Cyprus
Ø 10.000€ / semester-
Semmelweis University
Budapest, Hungary
🇬🇧 9.100$ / Semester
🇩🇪 8.700€ / semester
🇬🇧 Ø 10.180$ / semester
🇩🇪 8.700€ / semester
Medical University
Szeged, Hungary
🇬🇧 7.900€ / semester
🇩🇪 7.600€ / semester
🇬🇧 Ø 7.640€ / semester
Medical School Split, Croatia
Split, Croatia
6.000€ / semester-
RSU Riga
Riga, Latvia
6.250€ / semesterØ €7,300 / semester
UOL Riga
Riga, Latvia
Ø €6,138 / semester8.250€ / semester
Comenius University
Bratislava, Slovakia
5.500€ / semester6.250€ / semester
UPJS
Kashaw, Slovakia
6.250€ / semester6.500€ / semester
Medical University
Pecs, Hungary
🇬🇧 approx. 7.400€ / semester
🇩🇪 7.500€ / semester
🇬🇧 approx. 7.650€ / semester
🇩🇪 7.720€ / semester
Palacky University
Olomouc, Czech Republic
6.250€ / semester7.000€ / semester
University of Health Sciences
Kaunas, Lithuania
Ø 6,333€ / semesterØ €6,800 / semester
Victor Babe's University
Timisoara, Romania
4.000€ / semester4.000€ / semester
Medical University
Cluj, Romania
4.250€ / semester4.250€ / semester