Studying in France vs. Italy
France 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 €1,424 in France and €1,391 in Italy.
Side-by-side comparison
Verdict
Cheaper tuition
Italy
Cheaper monthly living
Italy
Lower visa proof of funds
France
Side-by-side comparison
France
Italy
Currency
EUR (€)
EUR (€)
Public tuition (annual)
€3,000
€2,200
Private tuition (annual)
€12,000
€14,000
Monthly living (city avg)
€1,424 / mo
€1,391 / mo
Visa proof of funds
€7,380
Long-stay visa: €615/month proof
€7,460
Student visa annual means proof
Cities tracked
Paris, Lyon, Toulouse
Milan, Rome, Bologna
Figures are 2026 reference estimates from our cost calculator. Actual costs vary by city, program, and lifestyle.