COST OF EDUCATION

Living in Bulgaria

Let's take a closer look at tuition and living expenses in Bulgaria:

Tuition fees

At Bulgarian universities, tuition fees vary based on your nationality and the type of degree you want to study. On average, international students pay:

▪ EU citizens: between 300–1,700 EUR/year

▪ Non-EU citizens: 1,750–3,850 EUR/year

Disciplines like Medicine, Veterinary Medicine, and Pharmacy are more expensive, costing between 4,000 and 7,700 EUR per academic year.

Private universities usually charge higher tuition fees.

Living costs in Bulgaria

Students need between 300 and 500 EUR per month to cover their costs of living in Bulgaria. Their lifestyle and the type of accommodation are the most important factors influencing the overall budget.

Here's a breakdown of average living expenses in Bulgaria:

▪ accommodation (university residence halls): 25–65 EUR/month

▪ accommodation (privately rented flat): 210–485 EUR/month

▪ utilities (only if you rent a private flat): 80–110 EUR/month

▪ food and groceries: 100–200 EUR/month

▪ monthly transport pass: 25 EUR; students might get a discount

▪ three-course meal for two at a mid-range restaurant: 25 EUR

▪ 1 loaf of bread: 0.55 EUR

▪ 1 litre of milk: 1.05 EUR

▪ 1 kg of apples: 1.10 EUR

▪ 1 kg of bananas: 1.35 EUR

▪ 1 cappuccino: 1.20 EUR