Studying in France vs. Netherlands
France and Netherlands 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 €1,730 in Netherlands.
Side-by-side comparison
Verdict
Cheaper tuition
France
Cheaper monthly living
France
Lower visa proof of funds
France
Side-by-side comparison
France
Netherlands
Currency
EUR (€)
EUR (€)
Public tuition (annual)
€3,000
€11,500
Private tuition (annual)
€12,000
€18,000
Monthly living (city avg)
€1,424 / mo
€1,730 / mo
Visa proof of funds
€7,380
Long-stay visa: €615/month proof
€14,400
MVV proof of means (annual)
Cities tracked
Paris, Lyon, Toulouse
Amsterdam, Rotterdam, Groningen
Figures are 2026 reference estimates from our cost calculator. Actual costs vary by city, program, and lifestyle.