What you'll learn
- Questions to ask about each country
- Think beyond rankings
- Funding changes everything
1Questions to ask about each country
- How much do tuition and living costs add up to per year?
- Can students work part-time, and how many hours?
- Are there post-study work options after graduation?
- How long does the student visa process take?
- Will your degree be recognised back home?
2Think beyond rankings
Rankings measure research more than teaching. Look at class sizes, career services, the city itself and how many international students already study there.
3Funding changes everything
Some destinations have many fully funded government scholarships for international students; others rely on university awards. Browse our country pages to see how many scholarships are open for each destination.
GrabScholarships team
Written and checked by our team of students who study abroad in many countries. We update our guides when the rules change.
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