Money Matters

The costs associated with studying in another country are a valid and common concern for many prospective international students.

Cost of living includes things like accommodation, utilities, food, transportation and books. The cost varies depending on country, city and individual spending habits and preferences. In general, the cost of living will be higher in larger cities and lower in smaller cities. In addition to the cost of living, you should budget for your tuition, round-trip international airfare, health insurance, entertainment and any personal travel during breaks.

Scholarship opportunities for international students are generally limited and very competitive. StudyLink does not offer scholarships. You may find some scholarship opportunities on university websites and you may want to research scholarships available in your home country that can be applied to overseas studies. These may be offered through the government or through other organisations.

You may also want to look at the Rotary International scholarship information
http://www.rotary.org/foundation/educational/amb_scho/index.html. You would need to contact your local Rotary International club to find out more details including application procedures and due dates.

International students interested in Australian study opportunities may be eligible to apply for an AusAid scholarship http://www.ausaid.gov.au/scholar/studyin.cfm. As part of the eligibility requirements, students must be citizens of specific countries, meet eligibility requirements set by their government, plan to study at one of the designated university or TAFE institutions and plan to return to their home country after completing the course.

If you are a US or Canadian citizen, ask StudyLink about the possibility of using government loans for your studies.

Generally as part of a student visa application, students must prove that they have access to sufficient funds for their studies. Students should not plan on income from part-time jobs. International student work options vary by country and restrictions can apply, for example, international students in the US can work part-time but are restricted to on-campus jobs.

Some international students fund their studies through support from family, a few get scholarships and many get student loans to cover their expenses. We encourage students to have a general idea of how they plan to fund their studies before they start applying for courses. While StudyLink services are free, students are responsible for finding funding for their education and other expenses. We look forward to helping you with your study plans. Contact a counsellor with questions on course options or applications.

Comments

[nunu adn]

i need a scholarship ... hiks ..

[manoj]

i have less attendance for my semester classes due to ill health and have chances of getting detained . now i'm thinking that i quit my engineering in my 2nd semester , coz i can't just sit with my juniors in the same college in front of my mates and evryone there. I can't just think of the comments i'm going to face. Now in this case what can i do? Are there any options for me. If ever i quit my engineering what are the other courses i can takeup....i have interest in computer related courses and the rest courses which are interest for me are fashion designing, civil services , bussiness management, the film industry....

[manoj]

i have less attendance for my semester classes due to ill health and have chances of getting detained . now i'm thinking that i quit my engineering in my 2nd semester , coz i can't just sit with my juniors in the same college in front of my mates and evryone there. I can't just think of the comments i'm going to face. Now in this case what can i do? Are there any options for me. If ever i quit my engineering what are the other courses i can takeup....i have interest in computer related courses and the rest courses which are interest for me are fashion designing, civil services , bussiness management, the film industry....

[khalaf]

Dear
I am lacturer in Mosul medical-Iraq college (general surgen) ,i like to invite me for laproscopic GIT surgery .I cannot fund the course so i need some suport

[Ahmed]

I want to study IT or Business Admin, can you help or support me .
thanks

[mohammed safras]

I want to study IT or fashion designing,can you help me

[Thuyduong]

Dear,
i am going to AUs in a few months .i want to study for a while.can u hepl me

[Raju Chaudhary]

I want to study business administratin, can you help me for studing?

[ghalley]

dear
i m a std in final tear biotechnology.i want to do msc in biotechnology in usa.will u pls help me.

[s.kiran babu]

I have the total information for the I Year PG Diploma in Natural History Film-making, OTAGO University, Dunedin, New Zealnand. But I have to go for the scholarship funding to study the course because the Tution Fees for the course is New Zealand $21,700. Can I get any information on funding to go for the study.

[Bikramjit Ghose]

Hi, i am working with jetairways in india, i am planning to do a marketing course abroad, need financial help for my education, i need your advice how to go about it, and which is the lowest university around.

[kartik]

i want to stydy in australia in IT can u help me financially for my master studies.i am B.sc graduate.i got 65.15% in final year.

[kartik]

i am b.sc graduate.can you help me financially for my master in IT in Australia.I got 65.15% in my final year.

[Deepak singh]

i m a stdudent bechlar of commerce under calcutta university in
INDIA
.In india 3yrs. degree course are provided and i am in final yr. i
completed
my graduation this year. sir i m a poor student .for my father it is
very
tought to afford my familiy expenses that is why i am doing job in a
domestic call center to assist my father .And it is like a dream for my
father that his son study abroad .My father cant afford the expenses
that is
why i m serching for scholership .
so please assist me .i hope that u
definetly
understan my problem.

[mahnaz]

Dear Sir/Madam
I have MS in Education of Medical Records. I graduated from Iran University of medical sciences, one of the most famous universities, that is situated in Tehran. I am adminstrator of medical records department in Fatemiyeh hospital affiliated with Hamedan University of Medical Science(HUMS).

Now I want to find a scholarship toward PhD degree in Medical Informatics (by coursework)).I am interested in hospital information systems. My academic background was Medical Records (includes: storage of health information, disease classificationand coding, and hospital statistics).
Beside my daily experience, I think i need to use new concepts of Medical
Informatics and Health Information Management in this area to address our daily
Needs and adjust to this evergrowing science . Particularly I am interested in health information storage and retrieval systems. I hope to find a chance to improve our knowledge and skills in this area.
Thank you very much in advance and i am impatiently looking forward to hearing from you soon.
Sincerely yours,
Mahnaz Samadbeik
Fatemiyeh Hospital, Pasdaran St, Postal code: 65177-89975, Hamedan, Iran, Tel: +98-811-8277066, +98-811-8277012 Fax: +98-811-8277459

[a singh]

i am graduate with delhi university in arts with 40% & did my graduation in distance education. my age is 30 years is i am eligible to do hotel management from foreign univetrsity . & i only spend minimum 2lakhs indian rupees for my studies.& after doing this course is i am eligible for job. suggest me thanks.

[vivek]

dear sir / mam
iam doing my batchelors in english literature.i wanted to do my masters in us,uk,canada, australia or new zealand. iam not in a position to fund for my tution fees and living expenses. will i be able to get any scholarship ?

[Aprille]

hi!
I really want to have a scholarship to study in Australia as a BS BioloyStudent. This course is a prerequisite to Medicine thats why I really want to have a good training in this field. When I was a kid, I really dreamed of becoming a professional doctor, helping my family and other people,treating diseases, adding another year to a patients life or even saving ones life. Last year, I have entered in a website which was created by an Australian University. I've read info's about them and I really like the quality of education they offer. As a citizen of my country, I am not saying that the education here is not good. the reason why I'm seeking for a scholarship for the Australian school is that I found it excellent to be in that school because of their training. I hope you could help me. Thank You so much =)

[Anshuman]

i'm an biology student and i want to do bio-informatics.Plez tell me names of some known univesities,eligibility,fee structure also mail me ranking of the college.
thanking u.

[Maria rissa]

I am interested to study abroad, ny samaritan to help me, as financially, i am not capable of studying anywhere.I can serve the sponsor, my best as i can as soon as i finish my studies. Thanks in advance.

[StudyLink Counsellor]

Hi All,

Thank you for your enquiry. You can use the StudyLink website (http://www.studylink.com/) to search for a course, request additional information, and apply directly through our online applications. StudyLink specializes in Australian, North American, and European study options. You can start by using our online course search. Enter an area of study in the keyword box (i.e. civil engineering, marketing, mathematics), select a location and award type from the boxes and click 'search now'. For many of the applications, you can apply directly with our official online applications by clicking the 'apply now' button on the web pages. Click on the course titles for detailed information including duration, fees, and entry requirements.

While StudyLink services are free, students are responsible for funding their education and other expenses. You may want to have a look at the institution websites for any scholarships they offer and look for scholarship and loan options available in your home country. You may also want to look at the Rotary International scholarship information, http://www.rotary.org/foundation/educational/amb_scho/index.html. If you are interested in Australian study options, you may be eligible to apply for an AusAid scholarship, see the AusAid website for more information, http://www.ausaid.gov.au/scholar/studyin.cfm.
Feel free to contact me with any questions you may have. I look forward to hearing from you and to helping you with your study plans.

[venkat]

presemtly i am in teaching.so i want to do ph.d in free education countries like sweeden.kindly give information regarding all the facts.

[Mary Bweupe]

I am intrested in studing abroad,am in need of finacial support,any samarita to pls help me.

[ali]

i want 2 continue master of law with the lowest cost in uk or any foreign country plz help me

[ali]

i want 2 continue master of law with the lowest cost in uk or any foreign country plz help me

[Alimuddin Saifi]

I am lecturer in a Pharmacy college in India. I want to take admission in Master of Pharmacy.in Germany coz in German govt. universities education is free of tution fee. Plz help me.

[kalu mba]

hi,
am a diploma certificate holder and am interested in completing my study in Australia , and am a Nigeria citizen.please i need your advice and also the school to send in my application.
thanks.

[patel ajay]

I had complated in B.com. With 65%.Plz give me some instrustion about SIR visa in Australia.And how many band score in them.If 5.5 band requrement so, i have 5.5 band.Plz urgent send mail me.