Malta English Course Cost 2026: Weekly Fees, Extras, Budget

Short answer: the Malta English course cost in 2026 starts at roughly €180 to €245 a week for a standard general English course of 20 lessons, and about €250 to €343 a week for an intensive course of 30 lessons, based on schools’ published 2026 price lists. Longer bookings cost less per week, summer costs more, and accommodation usually adds €200 to €500 a week depending on the room. Add an administration fee, the government eco contribution on your accommodation nights, an airport transfer and your daily living costs. This guide uses published price lists (last checked October 2026) and turns them into 2, 4 and 12-week budgets you can adapt.

Friends planning an English course often get two very different quotes and cannot see why. Usually it is not the tuition: it is the season, the room type and the extras. Below I take two schools that publish full 2026 price lists as worked examples. They are not a ranking; plenty of other schools have similar prices, and the right one depends on location, class size and teaching style.

Weekly tuition: what schools charge in 2026

Sources: IH Malta 2026 prices (high season 1 June to 31 August; from week 13 a lower additional-week rate applies, €140 for General 20) and Maltalingua 2026 adult prices (high-season supplement of €50 a week from 22 June to 28 August 2026). Per-week figures for 12 weeks are my calculations from the published totals. Last checked October 2026.

What a “lesson” means

Schools count lessons, not hours. A lesson is often 45 minutes, so 20 lessons a week is roughly 15 hours of class, usually in the mornings or afternoons from Monday to Friday. Check the lesson length and timetable before comparing prices, because a cheaper course with shorter lessons may not be cheaper per hour.

Malta English course cost: the extras

Last checked October 2026. Always ask for a written quote showing every line.

Accommodation: the biggest variable

Sources: IH Malta and Maltalingua 2026 price lists. Maltalingua prices vary by date band, with the highest from late June to late August. Last checked October 2026.

Which option is best value depends on how you live. A twin room in a residence is the cheapest way to start and the most sociable, because your flatmates are classmates. A single room costs much more per week, so it only makes sense if you need quiet to study or work. Host families suit younger students and anyone who wants to practise English at dinner every evening; check the travel time to school, because some host families live in quieter towns a bus ride away.

Half-board host family stays include breakfast and dinner, which saves on food; self-catering residences are cheaper per night but you buy and cook your own meals. For long stays, many students switch to a room in a shared flat after the first month; our cost of living in Malta guide has dated rent and food figures for that.

Sample budgets: 2, 4 and 12 weeks

These worked examples use IH Malta’s low-season prices for General 20 with a twin shared residence room, outside summer. Swap in your own school’s figures; the structure is what matters.

My calculations from IH Malta’s published 2026 low-season prices; the food line is my own planning estimate for a careful self-catering budget, not a school figure. Summer bookings cost more. Last checked October 2026.

For 12 weeks, it is often cheaper to book the first four weeks in a residence and then move to a shared flat, if your course and visa conditions allow. Our guide to studying in Malta compares the options.

How to save on an English course in Malta

1. Avoid June to August if you can: tuition supplements and accommodation prices both rise.
2. Book longer: per-week prices drop as course length increases, and some schools discount accommodation for stays of eight weeks or more.
3. Share a room in the first weeks; you will also meet people faster.
4. Choose half-board host family if you would otherwise eat out every evening.
5. Ask what is included: materials, placement test, certificate, activities, wifi, a local SIM.
6. Compare per hour of class, not per week, by checking lesson length.
7. Get a personal quote in writing for your exact dates, and check the cancellation terms.

Deposits, payment and cancellations

Most schools ask for a deposit or full payment before you arrive, and visa applicants usually need proof of payment for their application. Before you pay:

• Read the cancellation terms for both tuition and accommodation; they are often different.
• Ask what happens if your visa is refused, and whether any fee (such as a document check fee) is non-refundable. IH Malta, for example, lists a €30 visa document check fee for visa-national applicants.
• Check the rebooking fee if your dates might move; IH Malta lists €50 for changing a confirmed booking.
• Pay by a traceable method and keep the invoice, which you may need for your visa, insurance or tax in your home country.
• Clarify public holidays. Malta has 14 public holidays a year; schools handle missed lessons differently. Maltalingua, for example, says it offers make-up afternoon classes in a week with a public holiday and does not refund missed lessons.

Non-EU students: visa costs on top

If you need a visa, budget separately for the visa fee, health insurance that meets the visa rules, document translations and proof of funds. Schools can tell you what they provide for your application, but the visa decision and its fees are set by the authorities, not the school. Apply early: long courses that allow you to stay more than 90 days have extra steps once you arrive.

Choosing a school beyond price

Price matters, but the best value is the school where you actually improve and enjoy yourself. Before booking, ask about:

• Licensing: English language schools in Malta are licensed by the ELT Council. Ask the school for its licence details.
• Class size: IH Malta publishes a maximum of 15; other schools cap classes lower.
• Age mix: some schools run courses for over-30s or over-50s; our guide to language schools in Malta for adults compares them.
• Location: St Julian’s, Sliema and Gżira are lively and central; quieter areas suit people who want to study more and party less.
• Activities: free or paid afternoon and weekend programmes change how much you spend on your social life.

A typical week and what it costs

Activity and evening ranges are my planning estimates, not school prices. Last checked October 2026.

Daily costs outside the classroom

Tuition and rooms are fixed; daily spending is where budgets drift. Buses are €2.00 to €2.50 per two-hour journey without a card, and free with a personalised tallinja card if your course is long enough to qualify. Swimming, promenade walks, sunsets on the bastions and village festas in summer cost nothing. Paid evenings out add up fast in St Julian’s, so mix them with free plans. Our guide to student life in Malta has weekly plans that keep costs down.

If you are staying for several months and want to earn a little, read our guide to part-time jobs for students in Malta before you assume it is allowed; the rules depend on your nationality, course and permit.

Malta English course cost: FAQ

How much does an English course in Malta cost per week?

From schools’ published 2026 price lists, a standard general English course of 20 lessons a week costs roughly €180 to €245 a week, and an intensive course of 30 lessons about €250 to €343, depending on the school, season and length. Longer courses cost less per week.

How much does 4 weeks of English school in Malta cost?

Tuition alone for 4 weeks of standard general English costs about €720 to €876 at the schools checked, before admin fees. With shared accommodation, eco tax and an airport transfer, a realistic total is roughly €1,700 to €2,100 outside summer, plus food and spending money.

Is it cheaper to study English in Malta in winter?

Usually yes. Many schools charge a high-season rate or supplement in summer, typically from June to August, and accommodation prices also rise then. Booking outside summer can save a noticeable amount on both.

What extra costs should I budget for an English course in Malta?

Registration or administration fees, course books if not included, accommodation, the government eco contribution on accommodation nights, airport transfers, insurance, exam fees such as IELTS (€270 at one school), food, transport and activities.

Are English courses in Malta cheaper for long stays?

Yes. Schools publish lower weekly rates for longer courses: for example, one school’s 12-week standard course works out at about €212 a week compared with €234 for a single week, and another charges a lower additional-week rate after week 12.

Can I work while studying English in Malta?

EU students can work freely. Non-EU students on longer courses at licensed schools have historically been allowed limited part-time work of up to 20 hours a week once the right permits are in place; check the current rules before you count on any income.