Top 10 Study Abroad Countries in the World – 2020 Rankings

10 Leading Countries in the World to Pursue Studies Abroad – 2020 Rankings

After surveying over 20,000 international students, we come to know that many find it difficult to decide where to study abroad or in choosing a desired program in a desired country. The following are the key factors to be checked while choosing a study abroad destination. The feedback of students is used to create the ranking list of the best countries to study abroad.

The rankings are based on the following 7 factors:

  1. To experience a new culture
  2. To achieve career goals
  3. To have an adventure
  4. To make new friends/widen professional network
  5. To access higher quality teaching
  6. To study for free
  7. To attain a visa

Top 10 Places in the World to Study Abroad – 2020 

10 – France

France is famed for its fashion houses, classical art museums including the Louvre and monuments like the Eiffel Tower. The country is also renowned for its wines and sophisticated cuisine. French is the official language of France. Those students who wish to get mingled in a new culture, France is the best for them. The pride of French is their food and wine, with the latter closely tied to the different regions, or terroir, that contribute to the distinctiveness of every bottle. It is also a safe country. Paris represents what France is famous for: fashion, food, art, and romance. You can also visit beautiful other cities like Lille, Toulouse, Grenoble, or Lyon. If you love picnicking this is a great choice.

9 – Spain

Spain is the favorite country for those students looking to experience a new culture or lifestyle. It is divided into Autonomous Communities, which means that they have their own regional governments. From trying tapas on the streets of Seville to travelling to one-of-a-kind Gaudí architecture in Barcelona, you have ample of choices to get hold of everything Spain has to offer. Spain provides many opportunities to those who love adventure. Spain offers you a lot of study opportunities to opt from. Awaiting to take up an adventurous place, then get ready for Spain.

8 – United Kingdom

The UK is considered to be one of the best places to live and work. Study abroad students are sure to fall in love with the beauty of the United Kingdom. There are many famous universities like Oxford and Cambridge and other quality universities across the country. You’re guaranteed a quality education due to the availability of universities in almost every city. The UK is ranked fourth across the world for its culture and lifestyle. From afternoon teas to pints in the pub, from castles on the hill to towering highlands, from bangers and mash to fish and chips, you are sure to experience royalty there.

7 – The Netherlands

The Netherlands is a country in northwestern Europe known for a flat landscape of canals, tulip fields, windmills and cycling routes. It is famous for very highly English proficient Dutch universities which offer many courses in English. Hence it provides lots of opportunities to international students. Dutch is also an easy language to learn. This country ranked sixth in personal development. The flat landscape of the Netherlands makes it possible for people to bike everywhere. You can feel free to express yourself like at home.

6 – Sweden

Sweden is a Scandinavian nation with thousands of coastal islands and inland lakes, along with vast boreal forests and glaciated mountains. Its principal cities, eastern capital Stockholm and southwestern Gothenburg and Malmö, are all coastal.It is known for the flat-pack furniture, meatballs, and it has so much more to offer the students. It consists of over 30 universities to choose from. Students have a lot of opportunities even after graduation. You can celebrate like a Swede by dancing around a maypole during the summer, eating cream-stuffed buns on Fat Tuesday, or simply sunbathing in the islands of the archipelago. If you’re a Swedish student, you can get help from Sweden’s largest agency helping students study abroad.

5 – United States

The United States offers a lot of opportunities for students to get a perfect study abroad experience. The U.S. is a country of 50 states covering a vast swath of North America, with Alaska in the northwest and Hawaii extending the nation’s presence into the Pacific Ocean. The United States can also be mentioned as the land of opportunities. The country is ranked fifth in the world for having access to best quality education, culture and lifestyle. If you plan on enjoying the course of study, the US is the best choice.

4 – Switzerland

Switzerland is a mountainous Central European country, home to numerous lakes, villages and the high peaks of the Alps. Here the quality is high for both life and education. It is internationally famous for their chocolate, cheese, watches, and army knives. Swiss universities are usually ranked high. Switzerland’s international population is large and that makes it easy for students abroad to meet people from all over the world. It is considered to be the safest country and hence you can feel at home.

3 – Germany

Germany is a Western European country with a landscape of forests, rivers, mountain ranges and North Sea beaches. It is a popular choice for studying abroad. If you like the urban vibes of cities like Munich, Berlin, or Frankfurt or the fairy tale towns of Marburg and Freiburg, it is the best choice to opt at a great price. International students can study at the undergraduate or graduate level in Germany for free, regardless of EU citizenship. As Germany has the largest economy it is perfect to help you achieve your career goals and provide opportunities even after finishing your studies.

2 – Australia

Australia is a sovereign country comprising the mainland of the Australian continent, the island of Tasmania, and numerous smaller islands. With nine distinctive regions and twenty UNESCO World Heritage sites like the Great Barrier Reef and the Sydney Opera House, you have a lot to explore there. It ranks third in access to higher quality education. Australia consists of some of the top universities in the cities of Melbourne, Sydney, and Brisbane. It is also ranked third for the ability to make new friends and seventh in personal development, making it suitable and comfortable for abroad students.

1 – Canada

Canada is known for its natural beauty, ice hockey, wildlife, road trips, beautiful landscapes, maple syrup, Northern lights, winter, and diversity of people. Canada is the best place for students looking to study abroad. Universities in Canada are famous for their technological innovations, especially in the fields of computer and information technologies. The tuition costs in Canada are significantly lower. Due to multiculturalism, Canada is very diverse and welcomes people from across the world. Most people there speak English, but French is the mother tongue of a fifth of the population. You have a lot to explore outside the classroom, especially if you love nature and can hike, climb, ski, and swim through the vast wilderness of the country. Canada is considered a safe and friendly environment and hence you can pursue your studies here’s without any further doubts.

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MBBS Abroad is a big decision and your success depends upon the honesty of your consultant. It is a long process starting from choosing the right college to reaching there at college door step and finally studying there for next 5-6 years. You are in a new country without many old friends. We were sure to approach a consultant who is based out of our district only so that not only during admission but for next 6 years, we can have smooth interactions. So, we approached GKWorks as they have a branch in Saharanpur. As we anticipated, there are lot of things to be done during admission process that goes for 3-4 months. At every step, it was useful for us to have our consultant who was only 20 minutes’ drive from our home. We were able to discuss everything face to face any day and thus were able to have easy process.

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