Costs of living

During your stay in Utrecht you can expect to spend between € 800 and € 1,000 a month on living expenses. 

Overview of average living expenses

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400 - 800 euro per month (for more specific information about rental prices click here)
Furnished, including utilities, individual/ shared, etc.

Living expenses

350 - 450 euro per month
Food, clothes, personal services, public transport, etc


40 - 100 euro per month
Health, personal liability, etc.

Books / study material

65 - 85 euro per month
Depends on the degree programme.

Visa & permits

0 - 304 euro (once)
Depends on your nationality


500 euro (once)
Bicycle, higher phone bill, financial setback, etc.