Comparing Universities

Why Compare?

Choosing a university is one of the most important decisions you'll make. The Compare feature helps you evaluate your options objectively by placing institutions, programs, cities, or countries side-by-side.

Comparison Types

EUnify supports four types of comparisons:

Institution Comparison

Compare universities and colleges directly. See differences in:

• Student population and international percentage
• Tuition fees for EU and non-EU students
• Rankings (QS, THE when available)
• Founded year and institutional type
• Notable alumni and faculty
• Research focus areas

Program Comparison

Compare specific academic programs:

• Program duration and structure
• Language of instruction
• Admission requirements
• Tuition and fees
• Career outcomes

City Comparison

Compare student cities:

• Cost of living breakdown
• Average rent prices
• Public transport quality
• Safety index
• Student life and culture
• Climate information

Country Comparison

Compare EU member states:

• Higher education system overview
• Average tuition fees
• Student visa requirements
• Work rights for students
• Healthcare access

How to Compare

1. Navigate to Compare Tab
   Tap the Compare tab in the navigation bar.
2. Select Comparison Type
   Choose whether you want to compare institutions, programs, cities, or countries.
3. Add Items
   Tap "Add" to search and select items. You can add up to 3 items per comparison.
4. Review Comparison
   Scroll through the comparison matrix to see all metrics side-by-side.
5. Save for Later
   Tap "Save Comparison" to bookmark it for future reference.

Reading the Comparison Matrix

The comparison matrix displays:

• Headers: Your selected items at the top
• Metric rows: Each row shows one metric across all items
• Visual indicators: Color coding highlights best/worst values
• Charts: Visual graphs for numeric comparisons

Understanding Visual Indicators

• Green: Generally favorable (lower costs, higher rankings)
• Yellow: Neutral or average
• Red: May need attention (higher costs, missing data)

Saved Comparisons

Access your saved comparisons anytime:

1. Go to the Compare tab
2. Tap "Saved" in the top navigation
3. Select a comparison to view it again
4. Swipe left on a saved comparison to delete it

Saved comparisons are stored locally on your device and available offline.

Tips for Effective Comparison

• Compare similar programs: A Master's in one institution vs. another
• Consider total cost: Tuition + living expenses in the city
• Look beyond rankings: Culture fit and program specifics matter too
• Save multiple comparisons: Compare at different levels (institution, city, etc.)