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Most study-abroad locations are seeing an increase in the number of international students. Therefore, it is only reasonable for them to look for some of the most affordable countries to study in as more students hunt for opportunities.
While many universities worldwide do not impose tuition fees, it is crucial to remember that they may do so for smaller amounts, known as administrative fees. This is because these fees partly support the administration and supervision of students. Such fees, for instance, are typically no higher than €250 per semester in Germany.
For certain nationalities and degrees, countries including Austria, Denmark, Finland, Germany, Greece, Iceland, Norway, Poland, and Sweden provide free education.
These nations are further divided into two groups based on monthly living expenses for students: average-to-high cost of living (€1,000-€1,900/month) and cheap-to-affordable cost of living (€400-€999/month).
Taking into account the minimal average cost of living. Albania, Belgium, Greece, Hungary, Spain, and Sweden are among the nations with low to moderate costs of living.
On the other hand, Andorra, Austria, France, Germany, Iceland, the Netherlands, Norway, and Spain are among the nations having average to high costs of living. After graduating, most nations permit students to remain in the country for up to a year to look for work.
Are you considering schooling in any of the countries listed above? Here is what it entails: the cost of living, work permit, and post-graduate work visa.
Germany
Germany is a popular study-abroad location for international students because of its top-notch educational system, free education, and employment prospects. Since tuition fees were eliminated in Germany in 2014, students only have to pay an administrative fee of about €250 per semester.
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Four hundred forty thousand five hundred sixty-four international students are now enrolled in higher education programs in Germany. International students in Germany can work either 120 full or 240 half days per year during their studies.
In addition, they can petition to stay in the nation for 18 months following graduation to look for employment in their field of study. While the monthly average cost of living is between €1,040 and €1,277, students can easily spend around €934 monthly.
France
The student scene in France is growing, and the country is home to some of the most outstanding universities in the world. France’s low cost of living and low tuition are advantages for international students. France is one of the top study-abroad countries in the world, with about 370,000 international students enrolled in its higher education institutions.
France allows students to work up to 964 hours per year while enrolled in classes, and they are allowed to stay in the country for up to a year following graduation to look for jobs.
Albania
Albania is one of the most beautiful places to study abroad because of its vibrant culture, stunning scenery, and accessible, top-notch education. Beautiful beaches, outstanding architecture, and thriving countryside may all be found in Albania.
In addition, Albania is one of the least expensive countries in Europe, with an average monthly cost of living that falls between €466 and €567 with some careful budgeting and a $220 to $4,000 per year tuition. In Albania, students are permitted to work up to 20 hours per week while they are in school.
