1. United States

Public Universities

• Eligibility: High school diploma (or equivalent), SAT/ACT (varies), English proficiency (TOEFL/IELTS for international students).
• Intakes: Fall (August/September), Spring (January), some Summer (May).
• Admission Process: Online application, academic transcripts, test scores, essays, recommendation letters, and financial documents.
• Fees:
  • In-State: $10,000–$15,000 per year
  • Out-of-State: $25,000–$40,000 per year
• Scholarships: Need-based, merit-based, athletic, diversity scholarships.
• Duration: 4 years (Bachelor's), 2 years (Master’s).
• Post-Graduation Options: OPT (for international students), employment, research, PhD.

Community Colleges

• Eligibility: Open admissions (GED/high school diploma preferred).
• Intakes: Rolling admissions (Fall, Spring, Summer).
• Admission Process: Online application, transcripts, placement test (if required).
• Fees: $3,000–$8,000 per year.
• Scholarships: Institutional, state, and federal aid.
• Duration: 2 years (Associate degree).
• Post-Graduation Options: Transfer to a 4-year university or enter the workforce.

2. Canada

Public Universities

• Eligibility: High school diploma, specific course prerequisites, IELTS/TOEFL.
• Intakes: Fall (September), Winter (January), Summer (May, limited programs).
• Admission Process: Apply through university portals, submit transcripts, essays, and reference letters.
• Fees:
  • Domestic: CAD 5,000–$9,000 per year
  • International: CAD 15,000–$35,000 per year
• Scholarships: Provincial, university-based, government-funded (e.g., Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarships).
• Duration: 3-4 years (Bachelor’s), 1-2 years (Master’s).
• Post-Graduation Options: Post-Graduation Work Permit (PGWP), job opportunities.

Colleges

• Eligibility: High school diploma, English proficiency.
• Intakes: Fall, Winter, Spring (varies by program).
• Admission Process: Apply online, provide transcripts.
• Fees: CAD 8,000–$15,000 per year.
• Scholarships: College-funded, private sponsors.
• Duration: 1-3 years (Diplomas/Certificates).
• Post-Graduation Options: Work permits, career advancement, university transfer.

3. United Kingdom

Public Universities

• Eligibility: A-levels or equivalent, IELTS (if required).
• Intakes: September (primary), January (some programs).
• Admission Process: Apply via UCAS, submit personal statement, references.
• Fees:
  • Domestic: £9,250 per year
  • International: £15,000–£35,000 per year
• Scholarships: Commonwealth, Chevening, university-based.
• Duration: 3-4 years (Bachelor’s), 1 year (Master’s).
• Post-Graduation Options: Graduate visa (2 years for international students), employment, further studies.

Further Education Colleges

• Eligibility: Open admission for some programs, entry tests for others.
• Intakes: September, January.
• Admission Process: Direct application.
• Fees: £3,000–£7,000 per year.
• Scholarships: Limited, usually need-based.
• Duration: 1-2 years.
• Post-Graduation Options: Employment, university progression.

4. Australia

Public Universities

• Eligibility: ATAR score, IELTS/TOEFL.
• Intakes: February, July.
• Admission Process: Apply via university portals, submit transcripts, SOP.
• Fees:
  • Domestic: AUD 6,000–$11,000 per year
  • International: AUD 20,000–$45,000 per year
• Scholarships: Australia Awards, university-specific.
• Duration: 3-4 years (Bachelor’s), 1-2 years (Master’s).
• Post-Graduation Options: Post-study work visa, PR pathways.

TAFE (Technical and Further Education)

• Eligibility: High school diploma.
• Intakes: Multiple throughout the year.
• Admission Process: Online application.
• Fees: AUD 4,000–$15,000 per year.
• Scholarships: Government grants.
• Duration: 6 months to 2 years.
• Post-Graduation Options: Jobs, university pathway.

5. Germany

Public Universities (Tuition-Free)

• Eligibility: Abitur/equivalent, German proficiency (TestDaF).
• Intakes: Winter (October), Summer (April).
• Admission Process: Apply via uni-assist, submit transcripts.
• Fees: Only semester fee (€100–€500 per semester).
• Scholarships: DAAD, university-funded.
• Duration: 3 years (Bachelor’s), 2 years (Master’s).
• Post-Graduation Options: Job search visa, work opportunities.

Universities of Applied Sciences

• Eligibility: Similar to universities.
• Intakes: Similar to universities.
• Fees: €500–€3,000 per semester.
• Scholarships: DAAD, company sponsorships.
• Duration: 3-4 years.
• Post-Graduation Options: High employment rate.

6. France

Public Universities

• Eligibility: High school diploma, French proficiency (TCF/DELF).
• Intakes: September, January (some programs).
• Admission Process: Apply via Parcoursup, submit transcripts.
• Fees: €170–€2,770 per year.
• Scholarships: Eiffel Scholarships, regional aid.
• Duration: 3 years (Bachelor’s), 2 years (Master’s).
• Post-Graduation Options: 1-year work permit for international students.

7. Netherlands

Public Universities

• Eligibility: High school diploma, Dutch/English proficiency.
• Intakes: September.
• Admission Process: Apply via Studielink.
• Fees: €2,000 (EU), €6,000–€15,000 (non-EU).
• Scholarships: Holland Scholarships.
• Duration: 3 years (Bachelor’s).
• Post-Graduation Options: 1-year job search visa.

8. Sweden

Public Universities

• Eligibility: Secondary school diploma.
• Intakes: August.
• Admission Process: Apply via Universityadmissions.se.
• Fees: Free for EU; €8,000–€20,000 for non-EU.
• Scholarships: Swedish Institute Scholarships.
• Duration: 3 years (Bachelor’s).
• Post-Graduation Options: Job search visa.

9. Japan

Public Universities

• Eligibility: High school diploma, JLPT/N1 (if in Japanese).
• Intakes: April, September.
• Admission Process: Apply via JASSO, entrance exams.
• Fees: ¥500,000–¥1,000,000 per year.
• Scholarships: MEXT, JASSO.
• Duration: 4 years.
• Post-Graduation Options: Job opportunities.

10. Singapore

Public Universities

• Eligibility: A-levels, SAT, TOEFL/IELTS.
• Intakes: August.
• Admission Process: Online application.
• Fees: SGD 9,000–SGD 40,000.
• Scholarships: ASEAN Scholarships.
• Duration: 3-4 years.
• Post-Graduation Options: Employment, PR pathways.