Education
Today begins the last opportunity to apply for higher education
The third phase of the National Access Competition for Higher Education (CNAES) begins today, Saturday, October 10, 2026, and remains open until Monday, October 12, 2026. Students can consult the remaining 4,069 public university vacancies on the DGES website. Additionally, the government's 2027 State Budget proposal seeks to unfreeze tuition fees, which have been capped at 697 euros since 2020, to allow for inflation-linked adjustments beginning in the 2027/2028 academic year.
Why it mattersIf you are a student looking for a place in public higher education, you must submit your application by Monday, October 12; furthermore, if you are currently in higher education, be aware that tuition fees may increase for the 2027/2028 academic year under the proposed 2027 State Budget.
