Studying in France vs. Ireland
France and Ireland 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 €1,424 in France and €1,778 in Ireland.
Side-by-side comparison
Verdict
Cheaper tuition
France
Cheaper monthly living
France
Lower visa proof of funds
France
Side-by-side comparison
France
Ireland
Currency
EUR (€)
EUR (€)
Public tuition (annual)
€3,000
€16,000
Private tuition (annual)
€12,000
€22,000
Monthly living (city avg)
€1,424 / mo
€1,778 / mo
Visa proof of funds
€7,380
Long-stay visa: €615/month proof
€10,000
INIS proof of funds
Cities tracked
Paris, Lyon, Toulouse
Dublin, Cork, Galway
Figures are 2026 reference estimates from our cost calculator. Actual costs vary by city, program, and lifestyle.