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🇩🇰 DenmarkTuition DKK 50,000–120,000/yr (~€6,700–16,000 non-EU); free for EU citizens2026
Cost of Studying in Denmark (2026)
Tuition DKK 50,000–120,000/yr (~€6,700–16,000 non-EU); free for EU citizens · Living DKK 7,500–10,000/month (~€1,000–1,340); Copenhagen higher. A full breakdown of fees, living costs, scholarships, loans and post-study earnings.
▶ Free cost & loan calculatorAnnual cost breakdown
- Tuition (international): DKK 50,000–120,000/yr (~€6,700–16,000 non-EU); free for EU citizens
- Living costs: DKK 7,500–10,000/month (~€1,000–1,340); Copenhagen higher (rent, food, transport, insurance)
- Visa & one-off setup: varies — include flights, deposits and proof of funds
- Part-time work: typically allowed ~20 hours/week to offset living costs
How to lower the cost
- Scholarships: merit and need-based awards — use the free Scholarship Finder.
- Education loans: compare 10 lenders and estimate EMI in the Loans & Costs tool.
- Choose by ROI: Denmark offers 3-year residence permit for job-search and work post-graduation; model payback with the Cost & ROI calculator.
Frequently asked questions
- How much does it cost to study in Denmark?
- Budget roughly DKK 50,000–120,000/yr (~€6,700–16,000 non-EU); free for EU citizens tuition plus DKK 7,500–10,000/month (~€1,000–1,340); Copenhagen higher living per year. Scholarships, education loans and part-time work reduce the net cost.
- Can I work part-time while studying in Denmark?
- Yes — most student visas allow around 20 hours/week in term time, which helps with living costs.
- Is studying in Denmark worth it?
- Denmark offers 3-year residence permit for job-search and work post-graduation and a PR timeline of Permanent residency after 4–8 years continuous legal residence (varies by income and family status), so strong graduates often recover costs within a few years. Use the free ROI calculator to model your payback.