
Slovakia is one of the cheaper countries to study in. According to the Study in Europe portal, the minimum budget is around €350 a month, and a comfortable one €500–700. Together with tuition for a programme in English, your annual budget can reach €7,000–15,000.
You can choose between student residences (študentské domovy) and private accommodation. Ask your university about a room in a residence as soon as you are admitted – it is usually the cheapest option. Student canteens (jedáleň) are also a cheap way to eat. Remember that on programmes in English you pay tuition on top of your living costs.
Sources: European Commission – Study in Europe (education.ec.europa.eu/study-in-europe), Eurostat, official national study and residence portals and authorities, Eurodesk, enic-naric.net, studentnews.eu. As of September 2026.