Cost of studying
What it costs to study in Hungary: tuition, living and one-off fees
Tuition fees
| Level | Typical annual fee |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | €3,000 to €8,000 |
| Postgraduate | €3,500 to €9,000 |
Medicine and dentistry cost €14,000 to €18,000 a year.
Living costs
| Monthly cost | Typical range |
|---|---|
| Accommodation | €250 to €500 (dormitories from €150) |
| Food and groceries | €150 to €250 |
| Transport | About €10 with the student Budapest pass |
| Utilities and phone | €60 to €100 |
| Health insurance | About €30 to €50 a month |
Total: €500 to €850 a month.
One-off costs
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Visa fee | €110 |
| Health cover | Health insurance, budgeted above |
| Flights | Return flights from South Asia or West Africa typically £500 to £900 or equivalent |
| Accommodation deposit | Usually one month's rent, refundable |
| Set-up costs | Bedding, kitchen items, winter clothing: budget the equivalent of £200 to £300 |
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Where students save
- Choose a city outside the capital: the difference is often 20 to 40 percent on rent.
- Book accommodation with bills included before you arrive.
- Apply early for automatic merit scholarships; see the scholarship guide.
- Plan part-time work at 12 to 15 hours a week, not the maximum.
Figures are indicative for the 2026/27 cycle, change with exchange rates and policy, and should be confirmed with the university or the relevant government before you decide.
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Related questions
Is a Hungarian medical degree recognised in the UK and India?
Yes, subject to licensing exams (the UK's PLAB or UKMLA route and India's FMGE/NExT). It is automatically recognised across the EU.
How much does it cost to study medicine in Hungary?
€14,000 to €18,000 a year in tuition, plus €500 to €850 a month for living costs.
Can I work in Hungary as a student?
Yes, 24 hours a week during term and full time for up to 90 days outside term.