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EuropeStudy in Europe from Pakistan
One application strategy, two dozen countries, and Schengen travel on one visa.
Intakes
Mostly September; some February
Visa
Schengen national
Quick snapshot
Studying in Europe, in 30 seconds
- IntakesMostly September; some February
Per year, in rupeesRs 18 lakh – Rs 1.2 croreDetails
TuitionFrom near-free to €20,000+ / yearDetails
Living costs€500 – €1,500 / month by countryDetails- VisaSchengen national (D) study visaDetails
Work rightsVaries; most allow part-time work
EnglishIELTS for English-taught programmes
Scholarships5 fully funded options trackedDetails
Quick answer
Pakistani students can study in Europe on a Schengen national (D) study visa after receiving the Admission letter. Main intakes are Mostly September; some February. Expect tuition of roughly From near-free to €20,000+ / year and living costs of €500 – €1,500 / month by country. Work rights: varies; most allow part-time work. English: IELTS for English-taught programmes.
Reviewed by the TeamOnline counselling team · Updated October 2026
Why Pakistani students choose Europe
Not sure which European country fits you? Studying in a Schengen country lets you travel across most of Europe on one visa. Tuition ranges from almost nothing in Germany and Italy to premium business schools in France and Spain. We compare them for you on budget, language and career prospects.
Schengen travel
Low-tuition public universitiesThousands of English-taught degrees
Post-study stay options
Popular courses
What Pakistani students most often study here.
What it costs
Indicative figures. Your counsellor confirms current numbers for your course.
One year, tuition + living, in rupees
Rs 18 lakh – Rs 1.2 crore
Rough estimate at about Rs 280 per US dollar. Scholarships can bring this to zero.
| Tuition | From near-free to €20,000+ / year |
|---|---|
| Living costs | €500 – €1,500 / month by country |
| Funds to show for the visa | Tuition still owed + living costs for the required period |
| Other costs | Visa fee, health cover or surcharge, flights, deposit |
Europe Schengen national (D) study visa: step by step
- 1
Accept your offer
Accept the university’s offer and pay any deposit it asks for to secure your place.
- 2
Receive your Admission letter
The university issues the Admission letter. Check every detail on it before you use it.
- 3
Prepare your funds
Tuition still owed plus living costs, in your or your sponsor’s name, held for the period the embassy requires.
- 4
Gather documents
Passport, transcripts, English score, funds evidence, and any medical or police certificates the route needs.
- 5
Apply for the Schengen national (D) study visa
Submit the application, pay the fees and attend biometrics or an interview where required.
Scholarships for Europe
Erasmus Mundus Joint Master’s · Master’s
Fully funded · Mostly November–February.
Erasmus+ International Credit Mobility · Undergraduate · Master’s · PhD
Fully funded · Through your home university.
Swiss Government Excellence Scholarships · PhD · Postdoc
Fully funded · Usually autumn to December.
ETH Excellence Scholarship & Opportunity Programme · Master’s
Fully funded · With your ETH application.
“la Caixa” INPhINIT Doctoral Fellowships · PhD
Fully funded · Usually autumn.
EPFL Excellence Fellowships · Master’s
With your EPFL application.
Studying in Europe: FAQs
01Can Pakistani students study in Europe?
Yes. Pakistani students apply to universities in Europe and then for a Schengen national (D) study visa, which is built on the Admission letter. TeamOnline handles the applications and the visa file.
02When are the intakes in Europe?
The main intakes are Mostly September; some February. Start preparing 8 to 12 months before your intake.
03How much does it cost to study in Europe?
Tuition is roughly From near-free to €20,000+ / year, and living costs are roughly €500 – €1,500 / month by country. These are indicative figures; your counsellor confirms current numbers for your course.
04Can I work while studying in Europe?
Varies; most allow part-time work.
05Do I need IELTS to study in Europe?
IELTS for English-taught programmes. Requirements vary by university and course.
Next step
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