Accomodation

 

Before you arrive in Romania we recommend finding accommodation. The following options are available:

On Campus – Public or private student dormitories – approx. 60 Euro / month (e.g. Brasov city). Most universities in Romania offer this type of service to students, which can be a very good option compared to private accommodation, in terms of costs. These vary depending on your chosen University, city, and type of accommodation. Quality of accommodation varies from university to university. Some universities offer comfortable and clean dorms with free internet access, canteen, reading rooms and sport facilities. The rooms are of 2 beds or more with private bathrooms and sometimes kitchenette and they are equipped with security video surveillance. Make sure you contact your institution directly to find out the available accommodation options and how the costs compare with private accommodation.

Private housing / Rental: You can rent or ‘lease’ a property by yourself or with friends.This can be done through a real estate agent or privately, via a public website (some examples are provided below). The best flats are most often found via local acquaintances and friends. In case of renting a property, you will typically need to pay a security deposit (of usually one month’s rent).

Hotels: Room prices in lower-end hotels in Romania are very reasonable compared to Western European prices, whereas 4- and 5-star hotels are comparable in both standards and price. Breakfast normally costs extra. Romania’s first boutique hotels have opened in Transylvania.

Bed and breakfast: Accommodation of this type (also called pensiune) is plentiful in Romania and in smaller towns or villages may be the only options. Private rooms tend to be cheaper than hotel rooms and will be basic but comfortable.

Camping: There are 69 campsites licensed by the Romanian Ministry of Tourism, many located next to picturesque rivers and at affordable prices. Camping holidays in Romania are very popular for families with young children.

Other accomodation: Homestays: to sample the real Romanian lifestyle, opt to stay in someone’s home. #Backpacker hostels: Hostel accommodation in Romania is limited, although more are opening as the country becomes popular with backpackers and inter-railers. Resorts: Romania has a good selection of both beach and sea resorts. The most popular include along the Black Sea Coast and the ski resorts.

Cost of living

As we are aware the general living costs are important for your financial planning, we provide below a list of costs associated with living in Romania.

Accommodation

• Shared Rental – 80 Euro to 150 Euro /month

• Private Housing / Rental – 130 Euro to 300 Euro / month

• On Campus dormitories – 60 Euro to 85 Euro / month

Other living expenses

• Food (canteen / groceries /eating out) – 100 Euro to 300 Euro / month

• Car maintenance (after purchase) – around 100 Euro / month

• Gas, Electricity – 40 Euro to 60 Euro / month

• Phone and internet – 20 Euro to 40 Euro / month

• Medical insurance – from 12 Euro / month (either private or at CNAS – The National Health Insurance company, state owned)

• Public transportation – 10 to 30 Euro / month

• National transport – a train or bus ticket for a 300 Km distance is around 15-20 Euros

• Entertainment  – 200 Euro / month

 

Student facilities

As a student in Romania you will benefit from the following:

•    Based on the candidate’s high school performance and/or the results of the admission exams, the Romanian state pays (or waives) the tuition fees for almost half of the students enrolled in public universities. Note that this only applies to European Union, EEA and Swiss students;

•    Sponsorships, scholarships managed at the institution level or by the Ministry of National Education (MEN);

•    Free of charge medical care and psychological assistance, provided in the  higher education institution, medical and psychological facilities in public clinics and hospitals; at least 50 percent discount domestic public transportation (except for air transport), during the academic year; discount entrance fees to museums, concerts, theatres, operas, cinemas, and cultural and sport events, organised by public institutions;

•   You are entitled to apply for financial assistance, grants-in-aid, student loans, work-study, living allowance, social allowances directly to the University, depending on your financial situation. Note that some are accessible to EU/EEA/CH students only;

Stay connected!

Note that you will be living in a country ranked 6th place in the world for its internet speed. As internet plays a huge role in our lives, you have the possibility to make good use of it, from using internet for your academic work to staying connected to your loved ones, paying bills online, buy cinema tickets, book a cab etc.