Studying in Belgium vs. Italy
Belgium and Italy are both popular study destinations — but the price tag, visa rules, and currency differ. We pulled the numbers from our cost calculator: monthly living averages €1,246 in Belgium and €1,391 in Italy.
Side-by-side comparison
Verdict
Cheaper tuition
Italy
Cheaper monthly living
Belgium
Lower visa proof of funds
Italy
Side-by-side comparison
Belgium
Italy
Currency
EUR (€)
EUR (€)
Public tuition (annual)
€4,175
€2,200
Private tuition (annual)
€12,000
€14,000
Monthly living (city avg)
€1,246 / mo
€1,391 / mo
Visa proof of funds
€9,108
Proof of means (≈ €759/month) for Type D student visa
€7,460
Student visa annual means proof
Cities tracked
Brussels, Leuven, Ghent, Antwerp
Milan, Rome, Bologna
Figures are 2026 reference estimates from our cost calculator. Actual costs vary by city, program, and lifestyle.