Top Destinations for International Students, 2021

Nowadays, traveling along the globe is a routine for most of us. Even during Covid-19 that traveling has been minimized; still, it is not eliminated.  There are no borders regarding where we want to go on vacation, where we want to get married, or where we want to work. The same strategy applies to studies.

When you need to decide where to study, you can simply take a map and quickly determine your future. Selecting the country that will host you for at least three years should be taken seriously. Apart from the university or college, you are about to go to, think of how the rest of your life will turn out there. What opportunities regarding your career or social life will appear?

International students are highly pleased with the education they receive in the United Kingdom, scoring the country 9.7 out of 10 in the CEOWORLD magazine International Student Satisfaction survey. Students ranked the United Kingdom the No. 1 best destination to study in the world, beating the United States and Canada. The CEOWORLD magazine International Student Satisfaction survey is based on more than 126,000 reviews received on the student experience during the 2018-2020 academic year.

How easy is it going to be to adjust? They have been selected with the criterion of the quality of education their institutes have to offer. We also take into account the fact that they are all safe and have prestigious colleges.

1. United Kingdom
   International students satisfaction score: 9.7 out of 10
   The United Kingdom remains one of the best options for students who want to study abroad. The enfant gate of the world’s universities is gathered in this cold island. The lively atmosphere of the cities, including London, which is quite sophisticated, will enrich students’ culture and awareness. Here, young students have the opportunity to get in touch with some of the brightest professors and make a boost for their future careers.
2. United States
   International students satisfaction score: 9.2 out of 10
   The United States deals with education as a profitable industry, which is why they have such good research in their universities. This fact also leads to the conclusion that you have to be prepared for a big budget. Thankfully, loans are available from their banks for those who cannot afford them in advance. At the same time, there is always the possibility of getting a scholarship, which is, by all means, a common scenario in all of the American colleges.
3. Canada
   International students satisfaction score: 8.6 out of 10
   Canada is often underestimated in many cases; however, this country’s opportunities are countless. Beginning with the fact that their currency makes it an affordable option for people who come from Europe or those who use the American dollar, Canada is also the home of technology together with California and Japan. Their official languages are English and French, making it easier for many students who speak these languages to study and understand the full content of a lecture.
4. Australia
   International students satisfaction score: 8.2 out of 10
   Besides the fact that it is a fantastic place and a lot of people envy its natural beauty, Australia hosts some of the best universities. It provides a super safe and hospitable environment to the young learners, giving them the possibility to study and communicate in English, which is considered an international language and a must if you want to succeed in the business world. For those whose mother tongue is English, Australia is a perfect option because they don’t have to get in the trouble of learning a foreign language along with their studies. It is the perfect opportunity for the rest of the students to learn the language at a professional level.
5. Germany
   International students satisfaction score: 7.9 out of 10
   Germany is value for money and a significant investment if someone looks at education that way. It provides a variety of courses in English, and the budget is very affordable. Meanwhile, getting a degree from most universities in Germany opens many doors in the future career. There are great departments for all the hot industries, such as business, engineering, and medicine. The country is also the definition of an organization. Finding your way there is going to be super easy because Germans have taken care of every little detail.
6. France
   International students satisfaction score: 7.5 out of 10
   France has a tradition for culture and social studies. It is the birthplace of many revolutions, and French people are highly educated, not only in terms of their academic qualifications but also their manners and lifestyle. Incredible as it sounds, there are 3,500 universities in the country, and as you may imagine, some of them are top. Besides, it is a magnificent place to spend your time as a young student, so we definitely encourage you to think about it.
7. Netherlands: 7.4
8. Switzerland: 7.1
9. Ireland: 6.8
10. Finland: 6.7
11. Sweden: 6.5
12. Denmark: 5.9
13. Poland: 5.8
14. Norway: 5.6
15. Czech Republic: 5.2
16. Austria: 4.9
17. Spain: 4.8
18. Portugal: 4.6
19. Italy: 4.3
20. Hungary: 4.1
21. United Arab Emirates: 3.9
22. Ukraine: 3.8
23. China: 3.5
24. Japan: 3.4
25. New Zealand: 3.1
26. Malaysia: 2.9

Written by Anna Siampani.

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