Annual tuition (indicative)
- UK: ₹13 – 42 lakh
- Canada: ₹12 – 26 lakh
- Australia: ₹11 – 29 lakh
- Ireland: ₹10 – 25 lakh
- Germany (public): under ₹3 lakh
- France (public): ₹3 – 4 lakh
Living costs
Plan for ₹8 – 18 lakh a year depending on the city. London, New York, Sydney and Toronto are the most expensive; smaller cities can be 30% cheaper.
One-time costs
- Application fees: ₹5,000 – ₹15,000 per university
- Test fees (IELTS/GRE etc.): ₹18,000 – ₹25,000
- Visa fee and health surcharge
- Flights: ₹40,000 – ₹1,20,000
- Initial deposit and accommodation advance
Reducing the cost
- Choose countries with low or no tuition
- Apply for scholarships early
- Pick 1-year master’s programmes
- Share accommodation
- Work part-time within visa limits
Key takeaways
- Use our cost calculator on the home page for a quick estimate
- Education loans can cover up to 100% of costs
- Budget for a 10% exchange-rate buffer