Cost of living

The cost of living in the Czech Republic is much lower than in the old EU member states. For basic expenses such as food, accommodation and transportation, students will need EUR 250 - 300 per month.

Prices of some foods and goods (approximate) in Czech crowns (EUR)

• A loaf of bread :  25 (1)
• milk (1l):  15 (0,5)
• yogurt:   10  (0,4)
• beer (0.5l):  25-30 (1-1,2)
• McDonalds menu:  100 (3,5)
• Cinema ticket:  80-150  (2,5-5)
• Postcard, letter to U.S. (airmail):  21 (0,8)
• Postcard, letter within Europe: 20 (0,8)
• Postcard, letter within CZ: 10 (0,4)