LU Study in Luxembourg

Universities, Courses, Costs, Scholarships & Placements — your complete 2026 guide.

4+Universities in Luxembourg
2K+International students
€400Annual tuition (UG)
12 monthsPost-study work

About Luxembourg

Luxembourg may be small but is home to one of Europe's most internationally diverse universities — the University of Luxembourg. As the heart of EU finance, Luxembourg offers unparalleled career opportunities in banking, finance, and European institutions. Multilingual education (English, French, German) and a high standard of living make Luxembourg uniquely attractive.

Capital
Luxembourg City
Language
Luxembourgish/French/German (English)
Currency
Euro (€)
Population
660K
Universities
4+
Part-time Work
20 hrs/wk (varies)

Why Study in Luxembourg?

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Quality Education

Luxembourg offers internationally recognised degrees with growing English-taught programme options.

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Affordable Costs

Tuition and living costs in Luxembourg are competitive — excellent value for quality education.

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Career Pathways

Luxembourg's economy offers strong graduate employment prospects and internship opportunities.

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Safe & Welcoming

Luxembourg has a strong tradition of welcoming international students with good support services.

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Cultural Experience

Studying in Luxembourg provides rich cultural immersion and global networking opportunities.

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Scholarships

Government and university scholarships support qualifying international students in Luxembourg.

Admission Requirements

For UG

  • Class 12 transcripts
  • English: IELTS 5.5+ / TOEFL 60+ (or equivalent)
  • Personal Statement
  • Proof of financial support

For PG

  • Bachelor's degree transcripts
  • English: IELTS 6.0+ / TOEFL 72+
  • Statement of Purpose (SOP)
  • 2 Letters of Recommendation
  • Updated CV / Resume

Major Intakes 2026

IntakePrimarySecondary
ApplicationAug–Nov 2025Feb–Apr 2026
Classes BeginSep/Oct 2026Feb/Mar 2026

Student Visa / Permit

FactorDetails
Visa TypeStudent Visa / Study Permit
Processing4–8 weeks
Work RightsPart-time (conditions apply)
DurationDuration of studies
Health InsuranceUsually required
💡 Tip: Apply to your chosen university in Luxembourg first, then begin the student visa process at least 3 months before your programme starts.

Cost of Studying in Luxembourg

Tuition (UG)
€400/yr (public)/yr
Tuition (PG)
€400/yr (public) est./yr
Accommodation
Varies by city/type
Food & Transport
Budget accordingly
Health Insurance
Check requirements
Books & Misc
Allow 5–10% extra

Popular Student Cities

Luxembourg City

Capital & Finance Hub

Esch-sur-Alzette

2nd Largest City

Differdange

Steel Region

Dudelange

South Luxembourg

Ettelbruck

North Luxembourg

Top Courses (2026)

Finance & BankingEuropean LawComputer ScienceBusiness AdministrationEngineeringSocial SciencesEducationLife SciencesEuropean StudiesData Science

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