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🇧🇪 Study in Belgium

Strong in law, business. Safety safe (6/100).

Belgium is a relatively settled destination for international students, where living costs run about €900–€1700 a month. Its academic strengths sit in law, business. Graduates get a post-study work window of around 12 months. Acceptance sits near 60%, and student visas process in around 25 days. Scholarship routes exist for eligible students.

Key facts · Belgium

Monthly cost
€900–1700
Acceptance rate
60%
Visa processing
~25d
Work visa
12 mo
QS rank (best)
Scholarships
Yes
Degree tuition
~€5,000/yr

Degree tuition: ~€5,000/yr (median) — range €4,200–€6,000/yr across 10 degree programmes in the Meridian dataset. International-student fees and specific programmes can differ; confirm on the university's official page.

Proof of funds (student visa): €739/mo — figure from the Meridian dataset; confirm the current amount on the official source.

Official languages: fr, nl · sources: Frankfurter/ECB (USD/EUR), U.S. Department of State Travel Advisory + UK FCDO Travel Advice (GOV.UK), BE Immigration Authority.

Figures are indicative estimates from the Meridian dataset — not official guidance. Always confirm current requirements on the official source before you decide.

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