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Study in Constanța

This guide explains student life in Constanța, Romania, including an estimated monthly student budget of $650, Humid subtropical climate with warm, sunny summers and mild, windy winters along the Black Sea coast., Romanian Long-Stay Student Visa (Type D/SD) guidance, 4 universities. Explore verified details for Romania below.

Constanța, Romania
Constanța, Romania — photo via Wikimedia Commons

Student living overview

Estimated monthly total
$650
Climate
Humid subtropical climate with warm, sunny summers and mild, windy winters along the Black Sea coast.
Safety score
70/100
English friendliness
50%
Student visa
Romanian Long-Stay Student Visa (Type D/SD)
Work while studying
Non-EU students can legally work part-time up to 4 hours per day (20 hours per week) without an additional work permit.

Estimated monthly costs in USD

  • Rent$80
  • Food$350
  • Transport$40
  • Leisure$180

Rent is for asingle room in a 2-bedroom shared apartment, based on Ovidius University of Constanța's official estimates.

Costs are estimates and should be verified before making financial decisions.

Potential advantages

  • Highly affordable cost of living and tuition compared to Western Europe
  • Beautiful coastal location with access to Black Sea beaches
  • Ovidius University offers a growing number of English-taught programs

Considerations

  • Administrative and bureaucratic processes can be slow and require patience
  • Public transport and infrastructure are less developed than in Bucharest or Cluj-Napoca
  • English is less widely spoken by locals outside of the university and tourist areas

Student housing in Constanța

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Universities in Constanța

Official sources

Follows the European Education Area's estimated student budget for Romania of €600 per month, with rent based on Ovidius University of Constanța's published lower-range estimate of €75/month, converted to USD. Figures apply to 2024.

Figures for Constanța are partly taken from the official sources listed below and partly researched estimates, shown in USD for a typical student. Costs vary by housing, lifestyle and exchange rate — always confirm fees, visa and work rules with the university or the official government source before you commit. Cost year: 2024. Last reviewed September 2026.

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