What does it really cost to study abroad?
Tuition is only part of it. Add living costs, health insurance, flights and the visa, and see the total in rupees — then set a budget to see which countries fit.
Malaysia · 2 years · Typical lifestyle
| Where the money goes | Per year | Total |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition feesPer year, as entered | ₹3.74 lakh | ₹7.49 lakh |
| Living costsRent, food, transport and everyday spending | ₹5.5 lakh | ₹11 lakh |
| Health insuranceRequired by most destinations | ₹20,000 | ₹40,000 |
| Flights homeOne return trip a year | ₹40,000 | ₹80,000 |
| Visa & applicationPaid once, before you go | — | ₹15,000 |
| Total | ₹19.84 lakh |
Estimates for planning, not a quote. Living costs, insurance and visa fees are rounded and change often — check the official figures before committing money. Figures last reviewed 20 Sep 2026.
How this estimate works
Tuition defaults to the median fee published for that country in our database of 118,995 courses — a typical programme, not the most expensive one. Living costs, insurance, visa and flights come from a table of rounded estimates for each country. The living-cost range runs from a lean student budget to a comfortable one, and the lifestyle you pick sets where in that range the estimate lands. Visa fees and proof-of-funds requirements change often, so treat every figure here as a planning number and check the official sources before you commit money.
Questions
How much does it cost to study abroad from India?
It depends far more on the country and the programme than on the university. A typical year combines tuition, living costs, health insurance and a flight home, plus a one-off visa fee. Use the calculator above for a country-by-country estimate in rupees, and remember that tuition at the same level can differ several times over between a public university in Germany and a private one in the US.
Where do the tuition figures come from?
The tuition default is the median of the fees published for that country in our university database, so it reflects a typical programme rather than the most expensive one. You can replace it with the actual fee for the programme you are considering, which is always more accurate.
How reliable are the living cost and visa figures?
They are estimates, rounded, and meant for planning rather than for a visa application. Living costs vary by city, and visa fees and financial-proof requirements change often, so confirm the current figures with the embassy and the university before committing money.
Does the estimate include scholarships or part-time work?
No. It is the gross cost. A scholarship reduces tuition and part-time work can offset some living costs, but neither is guaranteed, so a plan that only works with them is a risky one.