Education and Living Estonia

• Tallinn (capital): The rent for a room in a shared apartment ranges between €200 and €400 per month.
• Tartu: Rent is slightly cheaper, around €150 to €300 per month.

• Monthly food expenses can range between €150 and €250, depending on the student’s choices (cooking at home or eating out).

• In Tallinn, public transportation is free for students.
• In other cities, transportation usually costs about €20 to €30 per month.

• Depending on the student’s interests, entertainment and social activity costs can range from €50 to €150 per month.

• If you don’t have valid health insurance from your home country, health insurance in Estonia may cost around €100 per month.
• Total Monthly Living Expenses: Depending on the city and lifestyle, they can range between €450 and €800.

• You must receive an acceptance letter from a university or institute in Estonia.
• A recognized academic certificate must be provided (high school diploma for bachelor’s, bachelor’s degree for master’s).
• Some programs may require an entrance exam or interview.

• English: Most programs in Estonia are taught in English. Therefore, students must prove their English proficiency through tests like TOEFL (usually above 80) or IELTS (typically between 6.0 and 6.5).
• Estonian: If the education is in Estonian, students must demonstrate their proficiency via exams such as ECL.

• Non-EU students must obtain a Type D student visa for studies longer than 90 days.

• Valid passport
• University acceptance letter
• Proof of financial means (to show you can cover living and tuition expenses)
• Valid health insurance

Students must show they can afford living expenses, usually by:

• Bank statements showing €400 – €500 per month, or
• A scholarship certificate or other funding source

• International students must have valid health insurance for the entire duration of their studies in Estonia.

• Students must provide proof of their place of residence in Estonia, either from the university or a private rental.

• Requirements may slightly vary depending on the university and program. Therefore, it’s recommended to check the official website of each university before applying.

• Tuition fees vary based on the field of study and academic level (bachelor’s, master’s, PhD). Approximate figures are:

• Science and technical fields (e.g., engineering, IT): €1,500 – €4,000/year
• Humanities and social sciences (e.g., literature, history, sociology): €2,000 – €3,500/year
• Medical fields: €7,000 – €12,000/year

• Science and technical fields: €2,000 – €6,000/year
• Humanities and social sciences: €2,500 – €4,500/year
• Medical or health fields: €5,000 – €10,000/year

• Most PhD programs are free of charge, but students must cover their living expenses (unless they have a scholarship).
• in some privately funded programs or at certain universities, tuition fees can range from €1,500 to €3,000 per year.

• Some universities offer scholarships to international students to cover part of the tuition or living expenses.
• Tuition fees may vary depending on the university and program, so it’s best to consult the university’s official website for up-to-date information.