If you’re considering completing your university education outside your home country, please continue reading for tips on choosing the best country.
The world is full of a fantastic array of destinations that provide high-quality education and a wide range of benefits for an international student to grow personally and professionally.
The main factors to consider when choosing a preferred country for a study abroad program include amongst others in no particular order;
Financial Aid
Quality in education
University tuition fees
Medium of teaching; Language
Affordability and living cost
Post-study work opportunities
Cultural Accessibility and Friendliness
Peace and Security
Here is a list of the top ten (10) countries to consider when choosing a country for your university education.
10. New Zealand
An Island nation in the Pacific Ocean, southeast of Australia. New Zealand’s education expenditure as a percent of GDP is amongst the highest in the world. The high-quality educational system, with globally recognized qualifications and the availability of career opportunities, makes the country an irresistible choice for international students.
9. Spain
A country in southwestern Europe, which offers an advanced educational system. The country offers most of its Undergraduate and Postgraduate educational programs in English and Spanish. Compared to other countries in Europe, Spain offers affordable tuition and living costs.
8. Russia
The world’s largest country by landmass has universities that offer a world-leading university program in Science Technology Engineering and Mathematics “STEM”. Each year the Russian government offers financial aid for international students.
7. Japan
A safe place to live with a good health insurance system and a welcoming environment. Owing to its advanced higher educational institutions, renowned for their programs in mathematics and science, makes Japan is an irresistible choice of country for international students. English speaking students have a higher chance of obtaining post-study opportunities.
6. France
Universities in France have a longstanding reputation for Academic Excellence. The tuition fees are the same for both domestic and international students. There are several English-taught programs available at the undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
5. Germany
The most populous and industrialized country in the European Union. Except for some administrative and enrollment costs, international students, regardless of their EU status can study at the undergraduate or graduate level in Germany and receive top-notch education for free. Tuition fee at public universities in Germany is free.
4. Australia
The country offers a diverse range of study options for international students and hosts thousands of international students who enjoy quality education. It has the highest ratio of international students per head of population in the world and has a pronounced influence on the country’s demographics. This makes Australia one of the most student-friendly countries in the world.
3. The United Kingdom
The UK has a longstanding tradition of welcoming people with diverse cultures and backgrounds. With an excellent and flexible curriculum and diverse range of courses for both undergraduate and Postgraduate levels, Universities in the UK are amongst the best in the world with a global reputation.
2. The United States of America
Provides unique opportunities for international students with flexible and excellent academic systems. The country has lively university campuses and provides a cosmopolitan lifestyle, a picturesque landscape, and a multicultural environment. The country also provides post-study opportunities for international students.
1. Canada
The Universities in Canada offer many courses, workshops, orientation programs, and training opportunities to facilitate the journeys of international students. Canada allows all its international students to work up to 20hours a week during the semester studies and gives full-time working opportunities during summer and winter breaks. International students can also live work for up to 3years in Canada after graduation under the post-graduation work permit program. There are also immigration programs that allow international students to transition to a permanent resident in Canada after their studies.
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