Portugal — Affordable options

83 cheapest universities in Portugal in 2026

The most affordable universities in Portugal, ranked by minimum bachelor fees. Ideal for optimising your study budget.

Lowest fee

1,200 EUR/yr

Price range

83 universities ranked by increasing fees

Min1,200 EURMax6,000 EUR
No. 73
#1504

Lusophone University of Humanities and Technologies

Private Portuguese university in Lisbon, leader in humanities, technologies, and social sciences.

Software EngineeringEconomics+7
Private
5,000 EUR/yr
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No. 74

National Higher Academy of Orchestra

Private Portuguese academy specializing in music and orchestral training.

CinemaAudiovisual Production
Private
5,000 EUR/yr
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No. 75

Autonomous University of Lisbon

Private Portuguese university in Lisbon focusing on humanities, social sciences, and psychology.

Education SciencesPhilosophy+5
Private
5,000 EUR/yr
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No. 76

Cooperative of Polytechnic and University Higher Education

Private Portuguese cooperative offering programs in health, education, and technology in Gandra.

NursingMedicine+4
Private
5,000 EUR/yr
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No. 77

Atlântica University

Private Portuguese university in Lisbon offering programs in engineering, management, and health.

Software EngineeringTourism and Hospitality+4
Private
5,000 EUR/yr
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No. 78

ISPA – University Institute

Private Portuguese institute in Lisbon specializing in psychology, social sciences, and education.

Education SciencesPhilosophy+4
Private
5,000 EUR/yr
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No. 79

Piaget Institute

Private Portuguese institute offering programs in health, education, and engineering.

Software EngineeringEducation Sciences+4
Private
5,000 EUR/yr
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No. 80

Egas Moniz Higher Institute

Private Portuguese institute specializing in health sciences, dentistry, and pharmacy.

NursingEnvironmental Sciences+5
Private
6,000 EUR/yr
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No. 81

European University of Lisbon

Private Portuguese university specializing in tourism and management.

International BusinessBusiness Law+5
Private
6,000 EUR/yr
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No. 82

Católica Porto Business School

Renowned private Portuguese business school in Porto, affiliated with the Portuguese Catholic University.

Business LawEconomics+5
Private
6,000 EUR/yr
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No. 83

Nova School of Business and Economics

Renowned public Portuguese business school in Lisbon, ranked among Europe’s best.

Business LawEconomics+6
Public
6,000 EUR/yr
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