Why Choose Europe to Study?
Europe has long been a classic destination for study abroad students. From studying French in Paris to business in London, Europe is home to several of the world's most popular (and best) study abroad countries.
Europe also gets a reputation of being expensive. Though true that some nations, like Switzerland and Norway, aren't exactly student-budget friendly, places like Germany, Malta, Spain, and Portugal are surprisingly cheap -- not to mention all the student discounts offered throughout the EU and the UK!
No matter what your major, budget, or study abroad goal is, you're sure to find a program that suits you in diverse, little Europe.
Popular Destinations
With over 40 countries in Europe, it can be hard to decide where to spend a semester, summer, J-term, or year learning overseas! Each country has something to offer whether its the cuisine, culture, stunning landscapes, or captivating languages
To help you with your research for the perfect European study abroad destination, here are a few of the most popular countries to consider:
- France
- England
- Ireland
- Spain
- Germany
- Italy
However, some of the more overlooked European study abroad destinations also happen to be a bit more affordable (and off the beaten path!). If you want to expand your options beyond the above, you could also consider:
- Sweden: which has affordable full-degree programs (though not a very affordable cost of living).
- Malta: whose one university (the University of Malta) conducts courses in English.
- The Netherlands: which also have a few English-language university options.
- Portugal: Spain's overlooked, budget-friendly neighbor.
- Czech Republic: another budget-friendly option with a unique, non-Western culture.
Cost of Living
The cost of living varies throughout Europe, but fortunately, there are some ways to save -- no matter where you are -- as a student. Take advantage of student discounts (especially on transportation and in museums) or under 26 (years old) discounts. Look for student housing rentals and eat in when possible.
Safety
One of the biggest safety risks for study abroad students in Europe is petty theft. To avoid this, make sure you don't leave valuables unattended (like on the back of your chair at a cafe) and stay alert in crowded areas. Have your pockets zipped up and wear your backpack or purse in front of you in crowds.
Since safety is also a major concern for study abroad parents, our best advice there is to keep up to date with the news and register for the State Departments STEP program to get alerts from them as well.
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