BS/MS Admissions in Spain
When can I start my studies in Spain?
✓ June-July for September start
✓ Some programs have February intake
What do I need to get admited?
✓ Bachelor’s: High school + IELTS 6.0
✓ Select programs require entrance exams
Is IELTS mandatory for admission?
Not always! Exemptions if you:
✓ Studied in English (submit MOI letter)
✓ Are from an English-speaking country
How much does tuition cost?
🇪🇸 Spain University Fees (2025)
✓ EU/EEA: Free tuition (*standard duration + 2 semesters*) | After: €363/semester + €25 fee.
✓ Non-EU: Public €726/semester | Private €3K–20K – Catalonia charges extra for non-residents!
✓ Pro Tip: Some regions (Andalusia/Galicia) offer lower fees – compare before applying!
What financial support is available?
🇪🇸 Spain Funding & Fees (2025)
✓ Top Awards: La Caixa (€1K/month) | Uni merit grants | Erasmus+ – deadlines Jan-April!
✓ EU Perks: Free tuition (standard time) → €363/sem after + Becas MEC (€1.6K–3K/year).
✓ Non-EU Costs: Public €727/sem | Private €3K–20K – learn Spanish for regional discounts!
Is health insurance required?
🌍 Non-EU/EEA Students
✓ Mandatory private health insurance (€30K+ coverage) from providers like Swisscare (€32+/mo), Asisa (€40+/mo), or DKV (€39–€70/mo).
🇪🇺 EU/EEA Students
✓ EHIC covers public healthcare; supplement with private insurance for gaps (e.g., repatriation). All students: Consider travel insurance for luggage/liability.
What is the Key Advise?
🇪🇸 Spain Student Success (2025)
✓ Housing Crisis: Secure rooms 4+ months early via Uniplaces – Barcelona dorms €400+, Sevilla €250+.
✓ Spanish Essentials: Free EOI courses (A2-B1) – unlocks jobs, bureaucracy & local integration.
✓ Adventure Pass: €20 Renfe Youth Card = 40% off trains to Picos de Europa/Teide!
What is the cost of living?
🇪🇸 Spain Student Budget (2025)
✓ Essentials: Rent €250–600 (shared) | Food €150–250 | Transport €20–40 (student pass).
✓ Extras: Utilities €60–100 + fun €50–100 – Barcelona 30% pricier than Valencia!
✓ Savings Hack: Use Too Good To Go (€3 meals) + Becas MEC for rent aid!
What are the work opportunities and allowed working hours?
🇪🇸 Spain Work Rules (2025)
✓ EU/EEA: Unlimited work (get NIE/SSN) | Non-EU: 30h/week (90 full days in summer) – employer manages permit.
✓ Top Jobs: Tourism (coastal resorts), English tutoring, remote tech – *avg €8–15/hour*.
✓ Internship Hack: Credit-bearing placements don’t count toward hourly limits!
What are the minimum visa requirements?
🇪🇸 Spain Student Visa (2025)
✓ Essentials: Admission letter, passport, proof of funds (€600–700/month), private health insurance (€30K, no copays).
✓ Extras: Visa fee (€60–160), rental contract, clean criminal record – *non-EU start 4+ months early!*
✓ Pro Tip: Use Mercurio portal to track applications – docs need sworn translations!
