Studying in Ireland vs. Italy
Ireland 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 €1,778 in Ireland and €1,391 in Italy.
Side-by-side comparison
Verdict
Cheaper tuition
Italy
Cheaper monthly living
Italy
Lower visa proof of funds
Italy
Side-by-side comparison
Ireland
Italy
Currency
EUR (€)
EUR (€)
Public tuition (annual)
€16,000
€2,200
Private tuition (annual)
€22,000
€14,000
Monthly living (city avg)
€1,778 / mo
€1,391 / mo
Visa proof of funds
€10,000
INIS proof of funds
€7,460
Student visa annual means proof
Cities tracked
Dublin, Cork, Galway
Milan, Rome, Bologna
Figures are 2026 reference estimates from our cost calculator. Actual costs vary by city, program, and lifestyle.