Studying in Ireland vs. Netherlands
Ireland 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 €1,778 in Ireland and €1,730 in Netherlands.
Side-by-side comparison
Verdict
Cheaper tuition
Netherlands
Cheaper monthly living
Netherlands
Lower visa proof of funds
Ireland
Side-by-side comparison
Ireland
Netherlands
Currency
EUR (€)
EUR (€)
Public tuition (annual)
€16,000
€11,500
Private tuition (annual)
€22,000
€18,000
Monthly living (city avg)
€1,778 / mo
€1,730 / mo
Visa proof of funds
€10,000
INIS proof of funds
€14,400
MVV proof of means (annual)
Cities tracked
Dublin, Cork, Galway
Amsterdam, Rotterdam, Groningen
Figures are 2026 reference estimates from our cost calculator. Actual costs vary by city, program, and lifestyle.