Studying in Germany vs. Ireland
Germany 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 €1,439 in Germany and €1,778 in Ireland.
Side-by-side comparison
Verdict
Cheaper tuition
Germany
Cheaper monthly living
Germany
Lower visa proof of funds
Ireland
Side-by-side comparison
Germany
Ireland
Currency
EUR (€)
EUR (€)
Public tuition (annual)
€0
€16,000
Private tuition (annual)
€20,000
€22,000
Monthly living (city avg)
€1,439 / mo
€1,778 / mo
Visa proof of funds
€11,904
Sperrkonto (annual)
€10,000
INIS proof of funds
Cities tracked
Berlin, Munich, Cologne, Leipzig
Dublin, Cork, Galway
Figures are 2026 reference estimates from our cost calculator. Actual costs vary by city, program, and lifestyle.