Erasmus+
The Erasmus+ program is, perhaps, the most emblematic benefit of European education. It is an exchange system that allows students to complete semesters in other EU countries with financial support.
As an EU citizen, you gain priority access to mobility grants that cover travel and living expenses.
The requirements are simple: you must be enrolled in a higher education institution that participates in the program and have completed your first year of studies.
There is no need to apply for additional student visas to move between countries your passport is enough.
Public vs. Private Universities
If you have ever considered studying in Europe or having your children do so you have likely wondered how much of a difference citizenship really makes in both public and private universities.
In many European countries, public education is free or available at a symbolic cost (administrative fees) for EU citizens. For international students, these same institutions may charge between €8,000 and €20,000 per year.
While private universities charge tuition to everyone, European citizens often benefit from access to state-backed financing plans and exclusive scholarships that are not available to non-EU students. To understand the exact cost of a specific university, you can visit its official website.
Unlike international students who must prove financial solvency through thousands of euros in a blocked account and obtain costly international health insurance you only need:
- A valid European passport
- An apostilled high school diploma (and translated if necessary)
- Health insurance (the European Health Insurance Card is usually sufficient)
International students also face strict limitations on working hours and contract types. As a European citizen, you can work full-time, complete internships in any EU country, and remain living there after finishing your studies without needing a company to sponsor a work visa.
Do you want your children to study in Europe with these advantages?
The difference between paying a fortune as an international student and studying almost for free as a local often comes down to one thing: nationality.
At GetEUPassport, we analyze your lineage to help ensure that the next generations of your family have access to the opportunities Europe offers.
