University fees in Spain in 2026
A detailed analysis of the tuition fees of the 68 institutions in Spain that published their fees: bachelor, master, doctorate, public vs private.
Fee summary in Spain
According to our data, the average bachelor fee in Spain is 3,960 EUR per year, for the 66 universities that published their fees. Costs vary considerably by institution, field of study and public or private status.
The most attractive bachelor fee starts at 900 EUR per year, with a maximum observed of 25,000 EUR per year. This range illustrates the gap that can exist between public institutions and private schools.
Fees by study level
Bachelor's degree
Based on 66 universities
From
900
EUR
Average
3,960
EUR
Up to
25,000
EUR
Master's degree
Based on 65 universities
From
1,200
EUR
Average
4,947
EUR
Up to
30,000
EUR
Public vs Private — Bachelor fees
Average bachelor fee
Minimum bachelor fee
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Cheapest universitiesFrequently asked questions about fees in Spain
How much does a bachelor's degree cost in Spain?
A bachelor's degree in Spain costs between 900 and 25,000 EUR per year, with an average of 3,960 EUR, depending on the institution and field.
Are public universities cheaper in Spain?
Yes, generally. On average, a bachelor's degree costs 2,017 EUR at a public university versus 8,124 EUR in the private sector, a difference of 302.8%.
How much does a master's or doctorate cost in Spain?
For a master's, fees range from 1,200 to 30,000 EUR per year. No doctorate fee published.
Do these amounts include all fees?
No. The fees shown correspond to the tuition announced by the institutions. Application, housing, living and insurance costs remain the student's responsibility and vary by city and lifestyle.
Universities included in this analysis
The 68 universities in Spain that published their minimum bachelor fees. Only the first 30 are shown — use the button to reveal more.
University of A Coruña
International University of Andalusia
University of Cadiz
University of Granada
University of Malaga
University of Seville
University of Huelva
University of Cordoba
University of Jaén
Pablo de Olavide University
University of Almería
University of Santiago de Compostela
University of Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
University of the Balearic Islands
University of Extremadura
University of La Laguna
University of Murcia
University of La Rioja
University of León
University of Oviedo
Superior School of Conservation and Restoration of Cultural Heritage of Catalonia
University of Burgos
University of Salamanca
University of Castile-La Mancha
Polytechnic University of Cartagena
Charles III University of Madrid
University of Lleida
Autonomous University of Madrid
University of Cantabria