There are several universities and colleges around the world that allow students to apply for free. Here are some of the notable institutions that typically do not charge application fees:
1. University of the People (UoPeople) – A fully online, tuition-free university offering undergraduate and graduate degrees in various fields. UoPeople does not charge an application fee.
2. Free University of Berlin (Freie Universität Berlin) – A public research university in Germany where international students can apply for free, as there are no application fees. However, students must cover administrative and semester fees.
3. University of California System (UC) – While most University of California campuses charge application fees, they provide fee waivers for eligible low-income students, allowing some to apply for free.
4. University of Vienna (Universität Wien) – Austria has many public universities, including the University of Vienna, which typically does not charge application fees for students applying to undergraduate or postgraduate programs.
5. University of Copenhagen – Denmark’s public universities generally don’t charge application fees for EU/EEA students, and the University of Copenhagen is one of them. However, international students outside the EU/EEA may have to pay fees.
6. The University of Toronto – This prestigious Canadian institution offers free application for undergraduate programs for certain students, especially those applying under certain scholarships or through specific programs.
7. Universities in Finland – Finland’s public universities generally do not charge application fees for European Union/European Economic Area students. Some universities might offer free applications for certain international students as well.
8. University of Bergen (Norway) – Norway’s universities, including the University of Bergen, do not charge tuition or application fees for students from the EU/EEA.
9. ETH Zurich – Switzerland’s ETH Zurich allows free application for international students, although students must pay a registration fee once they are admitted.
10. University of Montreal – Offers free applications for students from certain regions, with possible exemptions for certain programs.
While these universities typically do not charge application fees, some might charge other fees, like semester fees, registration, or exam fees. It’s always a good idea to check each university’s specific admissions page for updated policies.
