That's according to Switcher.ie, and independent comparison websites which revealed the cheapest places for students to study in Ireland as well as the monthly costs of university in each town this year
Dublin and Maynooth are more expensive ‘university towns’ than Cork.
Students in the capital spend €1,730 per month on average while students in Cork spend €1,441 per month.
The money covers rent, groceries, entertainment and transport however accommodation is the biggest expense at €660 per month. Groceries and transport come in at a combined €321 and entertainment costs sit at €329 per month on average.