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Cost of Studying Abroad Calculator

US tuition for international students runs $25,000–$75,000 per year, while German public universities charge only a €150–350 semester contribution. Pick a country, city, and program tier to estimate your annual tuition and living costs — rent, food, transport, and personal expenses. Visa fees are separate.
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Tuition + living per year
$84,240
Boston, United States · Master's
Tuition
$52,500
Rent
$21,600
Food
$6,000
Transport
$1,140
Misc / personal
$3,000
Estimates only. Tuition varies by institution; living costs by city and lifestyle. Visa and travel costs are not included. Check visa fees for United States separately.
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United States

Tuition varies wildly: state schools $25–35k, top private $55–75k. Cost of living is city-dependent.

United Kingdom

Most Master's are 1 year (vs 2 in the US), keeping total cost lower despite high tuition.

Canada

Generous post-graduate work permit (PGWP) program. Quebec tuition is lower for French-track programs.

Australia

Tuition + OSHC + AUD 29,710 proof-of-funds. Generous post-study work rights for Master's grads.

Germany

Most public universities charge no tuition — just a EUR 150–350 semester contribution. Private programs charge tuition.

France

Public university tuition is now EUR 2,770 undergrad / EUR 3,770 Master's for non-EU. Grandes écoles run €15–25k.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to study abroad in 2026?
Total annual cost (tuition + living) ranges from $15,000 in Germany or Quebec to $90,000 at top private US universities. Master's programs are typically 1 year in the UK / Australia, 2 years in the US.
Why is tuition shown as a range?
We show the public/state vs mid-tier vs top-private range published by each country's institutions. Use the tier toggle to pick the bracket that matches the schools you're targeting.
Are scholarships included?
No — these are sticker prices. Most international students offset 20–60% via merit scholarships, fellowships, or assistantships. Check our scholarship-match tool to see what you might be eligible for.
Does this include visa and travel costs?
No. Visa and travel costs are not included in this estimate. Use the separate Visa Cost tool for visa fee breakdowns.