Eberhard Karls Universität Tübingen

Cost of living in Israel is among the highest in the world. Germany is more affordable.

I was 20 years old when studying in Germany. Any underage American student can tell you that you tend to spend more on nightlife simply because you can (You have to be 21 to go to most clubs and bars in the States). I travelled more because the German railway system is incredibly efficient and convenient. As concerns other expenses, the USD was (and continues to be) very strong compared with other currencies, the DM included.

I spent more because at home I stay with my parents, not paying therefore the rent and other expenses connected with the house.

I went out a lot more than I did at home, and eating out was a bit more expensive than at home. I also travelled a lot more than at home.

supermarkets can be very cheap as well as beer; housing was reasonable; be careful of cell phone plans, they require two year contracts, i got a pay as you go

in France I live with ma parents so I pay nothing. For the travels, I spend more because I wanted to discover more than just one city in Germany and i had more free time!