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Getting higher education abroad is a big dream of millions of Indian youth today. Better career prospects, global exposure and modern lifestyle attract every student. But when it comes to going abroad, the biggest hurdle becomes financial expenditure i.e. budget. It is generally believed that studying abroad means shedding lakhs and crores of rupees like water. This is the reason why many talented students leave their dream midway due to lack of money or do not even try. However, if the right strategy, accurate research and smart planning is done, it is completely possible to get a degree from the best institutions in the world even on a low budget. Today, there are many countries and universities which are providing high quality education to Indian students with affordable fees and excellent scholarships. In today’s article, we will tell you in detail which universities should Indian students seeking a degree in low budget go to and what things are very important to keep in mind.
When it comes to Indian students studying abroad, the United Kingdom has always been a favorite destination. However, the cost of living and studying in a metropolitan city like London is well beyond the budget of the average student. In such a situation, smart students choose regional universities located in Northern England, Wales and Scotland instead of expensive universities in London. In these areas, tuition fees are quite low and the cost of living also remains controlled to a great extent. Lists of affordable universities frequently shared by education experts and ranking guides include the University of Wrexham, University of Bolton, Teesside University, University of Sunderland, University of Chester, University of Cumbria and Leeds Trinity University. Additionally, The Complete University Guide’s undergraduate fees review lists Queen Margaret University in Edinburgh as a very affordable and excellent option. By taking admission in these universities, students can pursue a prestigious British degree with less financial pressure.
Apart from the United Kingdom, there are many countries in continental Europe which are considered heaven in the field of education for international students. Among these, the name of Germany comes at the top, because in the public universities here, students either have to pay very low tuition fees or the education is almost free. Germany is home to prestigious institutions like Freie Universität Berlin, University of Gottingen and Humboldt University, where only nominal semester fees are charged to foreign students. Although there is a block account rule for living expenses, the high quality of education and zero tuition fees make this option extremely cost-effective in the long run. Similarly, France is also becoming increasingly popular among Indian students. Fees for Bachelors and Masters programs for non-UU students at public universities in France are much lower than those in the UK or the US. Apart from this, the scholarships and student friendly policies available in France reduce the financial burden of students to a great extent.
If you are looking for some very affordable and luxurious options away from the expensive countries of Western Europe, then the countries of Central and Eastern Europe can prove to be a boon for you. Countries like Poland, Hungary and Lithuania are emerging as budget friendly study destinations for Indian students today. Lithuania has some of the lowest tuition fees in Europe, many programs are offered in English, and the cost of living is very low in cities like the capital Vilnius or Kaunas. Similarly, students from all over the world come to Poland for medical, engineering and IT related courses. The annual tuition fees in the public universities here are very low and the living cost is also less than half that of Western Europe. Scholarship schemes like ‘Stipendium Hungaricum’ in Hungary are extremely helpful for Indian students, which provide full tuition fee waiver as well as monthly stipend for living.
Often students decide on admission just by looking at the tuition fees of the university, but this may prove to be an incomplete decision. A wise student is the one who calculates the total cost of the entire degree. This includes tuition fees as well as visa fees, health insurance, travel expenses, university accommodation and monthly living costs. Apart from this, it is also very important to check what are the rules for working part-time for international students in the respective country or city. In most affordable countries such as Germany, Poland, Malaysia or the UK, students are allowed to work up to 20 hours a week while studying. With the income earned from part-time jobs, students can easily meet their living and food expenses, which reduces the financial pressure on their families to a great extent. Therefore, while choosing a university, it is as important to assess the local economy and job market there as the curriculum of the course.