Studying in Italy vs. Uae
Italy and Uae 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 €1,391 in Italy and €1,265 in Uae.
Side-by-side comparison
Verdict
Cheaper tuition
Italy
Cheaper monthly living
Uae
Lower visa proof of funds
Italy
Side-by-side comparison
Italy
Uae
Currency
EUR (€)
AED (AED)
Public tuition (annual)
€2,200
AED55,000
≈ €12,887 / yr
Private tuition (annual)
€14,000
AED95,000
≈ €22,259 / yr
Monthly living (city avg)
€1,391 / mo
AED5,400 / mo
≈ €1,265 / mo
Visa proof of funds
€10,180
Student visa annual means proof
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Cities tracked
Milan, Rome, Bologna
Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Al Ain
Figures are 2026 reference estimates from our cost calculator. Actual costs vary by city, program, and lifestyle.