€0 tuition
English-taught
Courses are free for Maltese and EU candidates
- Mandatory cost / yr
- €0
- Degree levels
- Bachelor · Master
€0 with conditionsEU MEMBER
Tuition-Free Universities in Malta
€0 for EU students in most full-time programmes (specific course/bench fees may apply)
- Universities to explore
- 2
- Mandatory university cost / year
- Not yet verified
- Currency
- EUR
- Academic year
- 2026/2027
Tuition rules for EU citizens
The University of Malta does not charge standard tuition to Maltese and EU students in most full-time programmes; non-EU students pay fees. The university nevertheless publishes a separate fee schedule for EU/EEA students (covering certain courses, bench fees and international collaborative programmes), so small charges may still apply depending on the programme.
Public universities
No standard tuition for Maltese/EU in most full-time programmes; specific course/bench fees may apply.
Private universities
Private institutions charge tuition.
By degree level
- Bachelor's: €0 in most full-time programmes for EU students; specific fees may apply.
- Master's: Fees vary; verify per programme.
- PhD: Often funded or low-cost — verify per programme.
English-taught programmes
Predominantly English-taught; large catalogue for international students.
Mandatory fees
See the University of Malta Finance Office “Course fees for EU & EEA students” schedule for programme-specific charges.
Estimated mandatory university cost per year: Not yet verified.
Admission system & application process
Direct university portal.
Residency conditions
Tuition-free status generally tied to Maltese/EU status for full-time programmes.
Language requirements
English-taught; English proof required for non-native speakers.
Deadlines & document submission
- Applications open
- Varies
- Applications close
- Varies by course
- Document submission
- Certified copies + translations, submitted directly.
- Note
- Verify deadlines with the University of Malta.
Typical dates for the 2026/2027 cycle — verify the exact deadline on the official admissions page.
Living costs, housing & scholarships
- Living costs (approx.)
- €700–€1,100 / month
- Student housing
- Private rentals dominate; limited student accommodation.
- Scholarships
- Government scholarships (e.g. Endeavour) and university support.
- EU/EEA mobility
- As an EU/EEA citizen you do not need a visa or residence permit to study here; register with the local authorities after arrival. Non-EU/EEA students need a visa/residence permit.
Living-cost figures are approximate (2026 estimates) and separate from the mandatory university cost above.
Universities in our database (2)
€0 with conditions
English-taught
€0 for EU students in most full-time programmes (some course/bench fees apply)
- Mandatory cost / yr
- Not yet verified
- Degree levels
- Bachelor · Master · PhD
Always verify. Tuition rules may change. Always verify current fees and admission requirements on the university's official website before applying.
Official sources
- University of Malta – Course fees (Finance Office)
https://www.um.edu.mt/