Compare study options in different countries

Australia has many well-known universities and options to work after graduation. Tuition and living costs are high, so you need a clear budget before applying.

Undergraduate / yr

approx. USD 20,000-38,000

Masters / yr

approx. USD 22,000-40,000

New Zealand offers a calm study environment and respected universities. International PhD students may qualify for the same tuition rate as local students.

Undergraduate / yr

approx. USD 16,000-28,000

Masters / yr

approx. USD 19,000-32,000

Many UK masters courses take one year. You must show enough money for tuition and living costs, and the visa checks are strict.

Undergraduate / yr

approx. USD 15,000-35,000

Masters / yr

approx. USD 16,000-38,000

The United States offers a wide choice of universities and subjects. Some graduate students receive funding, and most applicants need to prepare carefully for the visa interview.

Undergraduate / yr

approx. USD 20,000-55,000

Masters / yr

approx. USD 18,000-50,000

Canada offers many study choices and possible work options after graduation. Study permit rules are strict, especially for financial documents.

Undergraduate / yr

approx. USD 15,000-30,000

Masters / yr

approx. USD 10,000-25,000

Malaysia is close to Bangladesh and can cost less than many Western countries. Halal food, familiar culture and international university campuses make daily life easier for many students.

Undergraduate / yr

approx. USD 3,000-8,000

Masters / yr

approx. USD 2,500-8,000

Many public universities in Germany charge little or no tuition. You still need money for living costs, a blocked account and carefully prepared documents.

Undergraduate / yr

Free at most public universities (semester fee approx. USD 150-400)

Masters / yr

Free at most public universities, some private programs USD 5,000-20,000

The Netherlands offers many courses in English. The university normally helps with the residence permit, and graduates may apply for time to look for work.

Undergraduate / yr

approx. USD 9,000-17,000

Masters / yr

approx. USD 11,000-24,000

Non-EU students usually pay tuition in Finland, but some universities offer scholarships. Graduates may also qualify for time to look for work.

Undergraduate / yr

approx. USD 9,000-16,000 for non-EU students

Masters / yr

approx. USD 9,000-19,000

Denmark offers English-taught courses in subjects such as engineering, design and business. Non-EU students pay tuition and must budget for high living costs.

Undergraduate / yr

approx. USD 7,000-16,000 for non-EU students

Masters / yr

approx. USD 8,000-18,000

Bulgaria can be a lower-cost EU option for medicine, dentistry and engineering in English. Work options after graduation may be limited.

Undergraduate / yr

approx. USD 2,500-8,000 (medicine approx. USD 7,000-9,500)

Masters / yr

approx. USD 2,500-6,000

Public university fees in Italy can be lower than in many European countries. Some regional scholarships may also help with tuition and living costs.

Undergraduate / yr

approx. USD 1,000-5,000 at public universities, income-based

Masters / yr

approx. USD 1,000-5,500 at public universities

Russia offers lower-cost courses in medicine and engineering. Some students receive government scholarships, while Russian-language courses may require a preparatory year.

Undergraduate / yr

approx. USD 2,000-6,000

Masters / yr

approx. USD 2,000-6,000

China offers many engineering, medicine and business courses. Government and university scholarships may cover part or all of the study cost.

Undergraduate / yr

approx. USD 2,500-6,000

Masters / yr

approx. USD 3,000-7,000