Life in Bulgaria Overview for Medicine, Dentistry, and Veterinary Medicine Study
The cost of living in Bulgaria is particularly low in comparison to most Central EU and Western EU member states. Accommodation is affordable, and so are public transportation services, food, and leisure services. Altogether, living expenses in Bulgaria are perhaps among the most affordable not only in Europe and also all over the world, considering that it offers everything European with the bonus of being a well-sought destination for its exciting culture and tourist attractions. Better yet, the combination of all the above together with the high quality of graduate studies, draws in thousands of international students.
Prices vary between metropolitan and regional areas since larger cities are usually more expensive compared to smaller towns. However, seldom does the student feel as though he or she is spending beyond their means, given that only about one-third of the money normally spent in any Western European country for such goods or services is needed in Bulgaria.
Living Costs to Study Medicine, Dentistry, and Veterinary Medicine in Bulgaria
In general, a student needs £416 per month for living expenses if he/she stays in University Dormitories (see table below) or £475 per month for living expenses if he/she stays in private accommodation (see table below). In combination with the reasonable tuition fees, this makes Bulgaria one of the most favourable destinations in the world for international students.
The following table provides an overview of monthly Bulgarian living costs:Living Costs | Monthly (£) | Annually (£) |
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Rent (private accommodation) | 161–219 | 1,927–2,628 |
Food | 183 | 1,825 |
Books | – | 292 |
Electricity & Gas | 37 | 355 |
Water | 7 | 73 |
TV Cable / Internet | 15 | 175 |
Public Transportation | 15 | 146 |
Total | 416–475 | 4,803–5,504 |