6 countries where you can get a free higher education in English

While tuition fees in the US have risen by 500 percent since 1985 and are still rising today, the opposite has happened in Germany.

Since Lower Saxony became the last state to waive university tuition fees, education in Germany has been completely free. Even before that the tuition fees in that country had not been very high, but now the German government fully funds the education of its citizens and even foreigners.

Explaining the reasons for these changes, Senator Dorothy Stapelfeld of Hamburg said that "for young people from simple, not wealthy families, the need to pay for education could be enough of a reason to give it up. Making sure that young people can study for free in good educational institutions is one of the most important tasks for politicians in Germany."

The fact that German universities have programs in English could be especially important for potential students. However, this is not the only option. Let's look at some inexpensive study abroad opportunities.

Germany

Higher education in Germany is mainly represented by internationally recognized state universities, the best of which receive additional funding from the state. What is more: in Germany you can get a Bachelor's or Master's degree without speaking German and without paying a penny for it. German universities offer about 900 programs exclusively in English. Their topics range from sociology to mechanical engineering. For some programs, you don't even have to go through a formal application process.

The German government will only be happy if you decide to take advantage of their educational system. A variety of programs in English are designed to prepare German students to communicate in English, and to attract foreigners because the country needs qualified personnel.

France

France can offer at least 76 bachelor's programs in English, but most of them are in private universities and are quite expensive. But there are many more master's programs for English-speaking students in France. Plus, one of the three doctoral degrees here is awarded to international students.

"You no longer need to speak French to study in France," according to the state education agency Campus France.

Students at state universities need only pay a small fee of about $200. In addition, elite universities operate under a system in which tuition depends on the income of the student's parents. Young people whose parents are unemployed can study for free, while students from more privileged families have to pay more. This rule only works for EU citizens, but even the maximum tuition (about $14,000 per year) is still lower than in the United States. Some universities, such as the Institute for Policy Studies, have two universities (French and American) and two degrees.

Sweden

This Scandinavian country boasts not only its affluence and beautiful scenery. It also offers great value for money in education. More than 300  programs in 35 universities are offered in English. However, only doctoral programs are free.

Norway

International students do not have to pay tuition fees at Norwegian universities. The Norwegian higher education system is similar to the American system. It means small groups of students and possibility to communicate personally with the professor. Many Norwegian universities offer programs in English. You can choose from programs such as Advanced Study in Solo and Chamber Music or Geography of Development. And be careful when choosing the region: "Winters are different in each part of the country, in the North you have to experience a severe Arctic winter, while winters in the Southwest are more like in Europe," says the Norwegian Centre for International Cooperation and Education.

Slovene

Slovenia has about 150 programs in English and you only have to pay a small registration fee when you apply. Slovenia borders Croatia and Italy and is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Europe. Yet the English weekly magazine of higher education Times Higher Education did not list any Slovenian schools in its ranking of world universities.

Brazil 

Some of the courses in Brazilian universities are taught in English, and all that is required is an admission fee to enter a public university. Times Higher Education lists 2 Brazilian universities in its ranking of the world's top 400: The University of Sao Paulo and the State University of Campinas. But Brazil is more suitable for exchange students interested in cultural experiences than in education itself.

"It's worth remembering that most activities at the University of São Paulo are in Portuguese," the university's website warns.

2022-01-14 07:13:43
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