EU vs non-EU — do not mix the numbers
EU students at many Belgian institutions pay relatively low annual fees. Non-EU students often pay substantially more (commonly several thousand euros per year, programme-dependent). Always check your category.
Affordable options
Universities with good prices
Public fees can be moderate for EU students and higher for non-EU. Living costs in Brussels are higher than many regional cities.
Good price
Hasselt University
Hasselt, Belgium
Hasselt University is a regional public option that can be kinder on living costs than Brussels.
Verify fees and language on uhasselt.be.
- Smaller campus; regional living costs
- Public fee categories — verify non-EU rates
- Selected English programmes — confirm
- Check uhasselt.be
Tuition, teaching language, vacancies and deadlines vary by programme and year. Always reconfirm details on the official programme notice before applying.
Price guide
Belgium universities — simple 3-tier price guide
A student-friendly comparison of annual tuition with EU vs non-EU fee splits in mind.
Reference research snapshot. Belgian public fees differ strongly by nationality category and institution. Always confirm the selected course before payment.
How to use this guide
Choose degree level, then budget tier. Separate EU and non-EU numbers — they are not interchangeable.
- Tier 1 — Affordable: up to about €2,500 / year
- Tier 2 — Mid-range: about €2,501 to €5,000 / year
- Tier 3 — High-cost: above €5,000 / year
Medicine and specialised health programmes can cost more and have different admission rules. Compare them separately.
Living costs matter as much as tuition
Brussels is typically the most expensive student city. Leuven, Ghent, Antwerp, Liège, Namur, Mons and Hasselt can be more manageable depending on housing.
Bachelor's degrees
Approximate annual tuition ranges. EU rates may fall in Tier 1; non-EU rates often sit mid/high — verify.
Tier 1 — Affordable: up to about €2,500 / year
| University | City / region | Annual tuition (approx.) | Application + enrolment | Approx. first-year university cost | Simple note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hasselt University | Hasselt | EU often low; non-EU commonly ~€2,500–€6,000+ (verify) | Process fees — verify | Category-dependent | Regional living-cost advantage |
| University of Namur | Namur | EU low; non-EU mid — verify official table | Verify official site | Category-dependent | French-taught common |
| University of Mons | Mons | EU low; non-EU mid — verify | Verify official site | Category-dependent | Regional public option |
Tier 2 — Mid-range: about €2,501 to €5,000 / year
| University | City / region | Annual tuition (approx.) | Application + enrolment | Approx. first-year university cost | Simple note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Liège | Liège | EU low; non-EU often mid/high — verify | Verify official site | Category-dependent | Broad catalogue |
| HELB Brussels | Brussels | Programme-specific; verify non-EU | Verify official site | Programme-specific | Applied haute école; living costs high |
Tier 3 — High-cost: above €5,000 / year
| University | City / region | Annual tuition (approx.) | Application + enrolment | Approx. first-year university cost | Simple note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| KU Leuven — Bachelor's | Leuven | EU low; non-EU often higher — verify | Verify official site | Category-dependent | English BA limited — check language |
| VUB — Bachelor's | Brussels | EU low; non-EU mid/high — verify | Verify official site | Category-dependent | Some English options; Brussels costs |
Health faculties may publish separate fee tables. Always verify on the official site.
Master's degrees
English Master's are common; prices still depend heavily on EU vs non-EU status.
Tier 1 — Affordable: up to about €2,500 / year
| University | City / region | Annual tuition (approx.) | Application + enrolment | Approx. first-year university cost | Simple note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hasselt University — Master's | Hasselt | EU low; non-EU mid — verify | Verify official site | Category-dependent | Regional Master's option |
| University of Namur — Master's | Namur | EU low; non-EU mid — verify | Verify official site | Category-dependent | Confirm English availability |
Tier 2 — Mid-range: about €2,501 to €5,000 / year
| University | City / region | Annual tuition (approx.) | Application + enrolment | Approx. first-year university cost | Simple note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Liège — Master's | Liège | EU low; non-EU mid/high — verify | Verify official site | Category-dependent | Selected English Master's |
| Ghent University — English Master's | Ghent | EU low; non-EU often mid/high — verify | Verify official site | Category-dependent | Strong English Master catalogue |
Tier 3 — High-cost: above €5,000 / year
| University | City / region | Annual tuition (approx.) | Application + enrolment | Approx. first-year university cost | Simple note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| KU Leuven — English Master's | Leuven | EU low; non-EU often mid/high — verify | Verify official site | Category-dependent | Flagship English Master portfolio |
| ULB — English Master's | Brussels | EU low; non-EU mid/high — verify | Verify official site | Category-dependent | Brussels living costs higher |
Fast student decision guide
| Student situation | Best starting options |
|---|---|
| Budget under ~€2,500/year | Most realistic for EU fee category; non-EU students should verify exemptions or regional options carefully |
| Budget ~€2,500–€5,000/year | Selected non-EU public rates at Hasselt, Namur, Mons, Liège — verify current tables |
| Budget above ~€5,000/year | Non-EU rates at KU Leuven, UGent, VUB, ULB and Brussels living costs |
Correct student workflow: confirm EU/non-EU category → choose degree level → choose budget tier → verify language, fees and residence steps.
Extra research notes
- EU students often pay low public fees; non-EU students should budget several thousand euros more per year.
- English is much stronger at Master's than Bachelor's in many Flemish and French-speaking universities.
- Brussels living costs can outweigh tuition differences.
- University colleges (hautes écoles) may price differently from research universities.
- Always confirm the current institutional fee regulation for your exact programme.
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