First, the United States
American universities have a high evaluation of educational facilities, expenditure, environment, level and overall social awareness of education, and their diplomas have been recognized all over the world.
The United States is not only a big cultural country, but also a country with different races and cultures in the world. Here, you can get in touch with a more colorful life.
The return of studying in the United States is high, but the requirements are also high: from English exams to applying for schools to interviews. Compared with other countries, applying for graduate students in the United States often requires more time, energy and financial resources.
About the application:
It is difficult to apply for American studies, especially in prestigious schools. Therefore, we should make full use of the winter and summer vacations of freshmen and juniors, and choose foreign language improvement courses according to the actual situation, such as TOEFL, IELTS, GRE, GMAT and so on.
All the language tests should be completed in the summer vacation of junior year at the latest. During the period, we should also pay attention to the improvement of the average score of all subjects in the school, that is, GPA3.0+ or even 3.5+.
Besides, everyone should take part in different social activities. Due to the widespread phenomenon of "high scores but low abilities", foreign universities attach great importance to the comprehensive quality of four-year applicants.
Therefore, accumulating practical experience as much as possible, such as internships, scientific research projects and international volunteers, is an indispensable factor in competing for prestigious schools.
Study abroad expenses
Tuition for studying in the United States in public comprehensive universities: about 800,000-300,000 RMB per year. Private comprehensive university: 1.5 ~ 0.4 million RMB per year.
Living expenses of studying abroad in different cities in the United States
1. First-class cities: new york, Los Angeles, Miami, Chicago, Washington, etc. , about 6000 ~ 12000 RMB per month.
2. Secondary cities: Pittsburgh, Seattle, Ladas, Atlanta, etc. 5,000 ~ 6,000 yuan/month.
3. Third-tier cities: southern United States, midwest, southeastern States, Texas, Connecticut, etc. , about 4000 ~ 5000 yuan/month.
4. Fourth-class cities: Oklahoma, Missouri, Louisiana, etc. , about 3000 ~ 4000 yuan/month.
Second, Canada.
Canada has a rigorous education system and a strong teaching system.
Due to the strict control of the government, public colleges and universities have annual audit, unified funding, standardized fees and public supervision. Therefore, there are reliable guarantees in teaching quality, scale facilities, fee refund and student service.
About the application:
The curriculum of China University students' major must be the same as that of Canadian undergraduate students with the same major or similar major; Or the basic courses, professional class hours and credits of these majors are not lower than the requirements of relevant courses in Canada, and GPA3.0+ is the basic requirement.
Generally speaking, the minimum requirement for applying for IELTS in Canada is 6.5, and listening, speaking, reading and writing are not less than 6.0. Well-known universities are ace majors with higher language requirements.
In addition, people with work or internship experience have more advantages than those with excellent academic performance. Canadian universities attach great importance to the work experience of master applicants.
Master's study abroad fee
Tuition fee is 50,000-6,543.8+0.8 million RMB.
Requirements: Bachelor degree, above GPA80, above IELTS 6.5/above TOEFL 80, GRE/GMAT may be required.
Living expenses for studying in Canada
Clothes Some parts of Canada are cold and dry in winter, so it is necessary to prepare sweaters, down jackets, leather gloves and other clothes. Cost estimate: 5000 yuan/year.
The staple food in Canada is bread and potatoes, and the dishes are monotonous, especially in the canteen. The quality and taste of the food are not satisfactory. So it's cheaper to do it yourself, which is appetizing. Cost estimate: 1000~2000 RMB/month.
Accommodation mode for overseas students in Canada: 1. Host family; 2. school dormitory; 3. Rent your own house. Choose the one that suits you best according to your own situation. The estimated cost is about 3000 RMB/month.
Canada has developed public transportation, bus lines reach every street, and there are unique air trains. Cost estimate: about 1000 yuan/month.
Third, Britain.
Postgraduates in Britain usually last for one year. The short academic system is not because of the low quality of education, but because the time is compressed more tightly. Except for Christmas and Easter holidays, I study most of the time, and the learning atmosphere is very strong.
Postgraduate courses in Britain are closely linked with the development of modern industry, and students can get a lot of internship opportunities during their stay at school, laying a solid foundation for future employment.
About the application:
Usually apply one year in advance. Many people will choose to enroll in the autumn of August, so at least in August of the previous year, the target institutions should be determined, the application materials should be prepared in September, and the language scores and other materials should be submitted in June-10/12.
The waiting period of the second year is1-June, during which you need to improve your spoken English and prepare visa materials, apply for a visa in July-August, and start studying in the UK at the end of August.
Study abroad expenses
Master's study abroad: 200,000 ~ 300,000/year. Undergraduate study abroad: 200,000 ~ 300,000/year (depending on the school). Study abroad in preparatory courses: 200,000 ~ 300,000/year for undergraduate preparatory courses and master preparatory courses.
application expenses
Master's application fee: there is an application fee for business majors in individual colleges, and each major is about 25- 100. Undergraduate application fee: 1 institute13,2-5 institute 23.
Four. Australia
Studying in Australia has the following advantages:
Academic qualifications are globally recognized, diplomas have high gold content, and prestigious schools rank first;
Rich curriculum, flexible professional conversion, from junior college to master's degree;
Moderate cost, short educational system and high cost performance;
The visa procedures for international students are simple and the approval is fast;
Graduates can get work visas, and there are many employment and immigration opportunities.
About the application:
The number of master's degrees offered by Australian universities to international students is limited each year, so it depends on the starting time of the university, and you should make preparations at least one year in advance.
IELTS is the basic language requirement for applying for graduate students in Australia. Most of them require IELTS 6.5, and the single subject is not less than 6.0, and the requirements of individual majors are higher.
In addition, although some business or management masters do not require applicants to have relevant professional background, they do require certain work experience, such as MBA.
Study abroad expenses
The academic system of Australian graduate students is generally 1-2 years, with different majors and different academic systems.
Major in business, engineering, science, education and design is 2 years; The liberal arts and art majors are 1 year.
Business category: 80,000 yuan-180,000 yuan
Project: 900,000-65438+500,000 yuan
Humanities: 8- 1.4 million
Science: 8-65438+500,000
Medical category: 1.8 million or more.
Verb (short for verb) Singapore
Singapore has three world-class public universities and five polytechnics.
For China students, tuition fees and government grants will be very favorable.
Studying in Singapore is a systematic "project", so you should make full preparations before applying.
For example, the overall improvement of language ability, test scores, economic ability and personal quality.
Study abroad expenses
Public universities: 1.8-45000 SGD/year.
Government Polytechnic: 1.5-28000 SGD/year.
Private universities: 1-2.3 SGD/year
The cost of living in Singapore
The living expenses are around S $65,438+0,000 per year. If you can apply for a government grant, it will greatly reduce the cost of studying abroad.
Part-time "making money"
Singapore has a strict employment policy. Generally, the Singapore government stipulates that students with student visas are not allowed to work.
However, if students enter the Singapore Government College, they are allowed to work and study legally.