Nowadays, many parents consider overseas education for their children to ensure they have the best possible education and exposure. Studying abroad can be quite expensive and tuition fees can vary depending on the school and the chosen academic programme. Selected university and school websites can provide tuition fee information as well as local cost of living estimates that include books, club fees, housing, utilities, food, entertainment, etc. Please bear in mind that these are only estimates and will vary from person to person.
As studying abroad is usually more expensive than a local education, planning and saving when a child is very young will certainly help.
Click here to visit your local website for more information.
Finding the right university and location is important and the application process can be lengthy, so you should start early.
Considerations may include the education system, the climate, time difference and environment. English Proficiency Tests may also be required to study in Australia, Canada, the UK and the US. For example, TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language ™), organised by the Educational Testing Service (ETS), measures the ability of non-native English speakers to use and understand English. Some US universities also require Scholastic Assessment Tests (SATs) as an additional test for English. There is also the IELTS (International English Language Testing System). This is co-organised by the University of Cambridge ESOL Examinations, International Development Project and the British Council, and is used most commonly for Australian universities.
Study in Australia
Study in Canada
Study in UK
Study in US
English Proficiency Tests
TOEFL
TOEFL
TOEFL
TOEFL
IELTS
Stanford Test
SAT - I is required for almost all undergraduate programmes in the US
ELTS
SAT - II is required by a few universities in the US for specific courses
A visa is needed for studying aboard. To find out how to obtain the appropriate documents, contact the visa section at the embassy of the destination country. Visa applications can take some time to prepare, so enquiries should begin about a year before departure. A passport should have at least six months validity at the time of moving abroad.
When moving away from home for the first time, there are many expenses to consider: a rental security deposit, new household items, and telephone, cable, and Internet connection fees plus ongoing costs. There are "need-to-have" costs that include rent, tuition, utilities, transportation etc., and "nice-to-have" costs that include entertainment, clothing, etc. One-time expenses such as moving costs, books, etc., also need to be factored in.
Open an overseas bank account before leaving to study abroad. Contact us now.
The information shown is based on data or information obtained from sources believed to be reliable but HSBC makes no representation and accepts no responsibility as to its accuracy or completeness and will not be held liable for damages arising out of any person's reliance upon this information.
This section is intended as a general guide for reference only. The information shown is subject to change without further notice.
Information sourced from the Australian Consulate-General Hong Kong, British Consulate-General Hong Kong, Citizenship and Immigration Canada, Education and Manpower Bureau of Hong Kong SAR and U.S. State Department websites.
Click 
