How much does it cost to study at the University of Twente?
Studying costs money. If you are about to take the step into higher education, you will probably have many financial questions. What does studying cost nowadays? What expenses do I have as a student? Should I get a job on the side?
What does studying cost?
Your student time is the best time of your life! The total cost of living is around €15,000,- per year, excluding tuition fees. This information is meant as an indication of an average student's annual budget.
Annual costs
Housing | €7,500 |
Food and drinks | €3,500 |
Books and supplies | €500 |
Transportation | €1,000 |
Insurance (optional for EU/EEA students) | €680 |
Entry visa/residence permit (Non-EU/EEA students only) | €243 |
Bicycle | €250 |
Bank account | €50 |
Other (clothing etc.) | €1,100 |
Total annual costs | €14,793 |
One-time costs
- Laptop, for example, to be purchased through the University of Twente's Notebook Centre.
- Any deposit costs for the accommodation you move into, usually comparable to one month's rent.
- Furnishings and furniture for your student home/room: approx. €750.
Costs are subject to change: typographical errors may occur.
All the costs of studying in a row
Before you start studying, it is important to properly map out and arrange your financial situation. Various forms of financial assistance such as student grants and allowances are available. The white paper 'How much will it cost for my child to study abroad? gives you and your parents an insight into the financial ins and outs of studying.