For EU citizens in US high schools

Your path to
almost-free college
in Europe

Discover how to leverage your EU citizenship to attend world-class universities in Portugal, France, Italy, and the Netherlands — often for under €200/year.

€178
Lowest yearly tuition (France)
4
Countries covered
100+
English-taught programs
0
Visa needed (EU citizens)

Choose Your Destination

Each country offers unique advantages. Explore tuition, programs, and what makes each special.

How It Works

As an EU citizen studying in the US, here's your roadmap to European university.

1

Verify Citizenship

Confirm your EU citizenship status. You (or a parent) must hold an EU passport to qualify for EU tuition rates.

2

Choose Country & Program

Use our recommendation tool to find the best match based on your intended major, budget, and language skills.

3

Prepare Documents

Get your US diploma recognized, take required language tests, and gather apostilled documents.

4

Apply & Enroll

Submit applications through each country's portal, meet deadlines, and secure your spot.

Why consider Europe?

  • Tuition from €178 to €4,000/year vs $30,000+ in the US
  • World-ranked universities with centuries of tradition
  • No visa needed with EU citizenship
  • Multilingual advantage in global job market
  • Student housing aid & financial support available

Explore by Major

Select a major to see the top programs across all four countries.

No majors found matching your search. Try a different term.

💡 Choosing the right program

  • Green language tags mean English-taught — no local language needed to start
  • Amber tags mean the local language is required (B2 level typically)
  • • "TOP PICK" programs are highlighted for their combination of quality, value, and accessibility for US-based students
  • • Income-based tuition (common in Italy) means your family income determines the fee — it can be €0

Compare Countries

Side-by-side comparison of all four countries.

Category

Find Your Path

Answer a few questions and we'll recommend the best countries and universities for you.

Your Recommendations

Application Checklist

Track your progress. Select a country to see its specific checklist.

Your Progress

Cost Calculator

Estimate your total yearly costs vs. a typical US university.

European University (EU Citizen)

Tuition
Rent (12 months)
Food (12 months)
Transport (12 months)
Insurance & Other
Total / Year

US University (Comparison)

Tuition & Fees
Room & Board
Books & Supplies
Personal & Transport
Total / Year
Estimated 4-Year Savings
by choosing Europe over a US university

* Estimates based on average costs. Actual costs vary. EUR/USD rate: 1.08

Privacy Policy

Last updated: February 2026

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