How much a student year in Slovakia costs: expense calculator
Pick a city and housing type, tick the expense items — the calculator shows a range per month, per academic year and one-off costs at admission. Study at public universities in Slovak is tuition-free, so we count only living costs and fees.
How we counted and what is not included
All amounts are '2026 estimate' ranges from open sources: dormitory websites, rental listings, transport and insurance tariffs. A year is counted as 10 months of study; in summer many students go home or work. Not included: English-taught programmes (paid, fees set by faculties), the price of our support, Slovak courses.
| City | Dormitory | Room | Total per month (without leisure) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bratislava | 90–180 € | 250–400 € | ≈ 300–600 € |
| Košice | 80–150 € | 200–320 € | ≈ 280–500 € |
| Other cities | 70–140 € | 180–300 € | ≈ 270–480 € |
For the visa and residence permit you must prove funds in your account — the amount is tied to the subsistence minimum and changes; check the current figure with your coordinator or on the consulate website.
FAQ
Is study really free of charge?
At public universities, full-time in Slovak — yes, tuition is free for international students. The application fee and English-taught programmes may be paid.
Can I live on 400 € a month?
In a dormitory outside Bratislava — realistic: a place 70–140 €, food 150–250 €, transport and phone another 20–40 €. In Bratislava with a room in a flat the budget is closer to 500–600 €.
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