2023-09-18 01:40:34
Learn regarding the best places to emigrate in search of free, quality education, coupled with the opportunity to have an affordable cost of living.
The migration of Colombians has experienced a significant increase in recent years, especially in Spain. According to the International Organization for Migration, in 2023, approximately 4.7 million Colombians reside abroad, which places it at the head of the South American continent.
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This phenomenon can be attributed to various reasons, including the search for better economic opportunities, the possibility of accessing high quality education and the enriching cultural experience that other territories offer.
Although the majority of Colombians, according to statistics, choose to travel to Spain, there are other destinations that may be attractive in Europe, due to their possibilities to obtain free, high-quality education.
Countries in Europe that offer free education
Some countries in Europe offer study and work facilities, which make it possible for students from all over the world to benefit. Below, we list five of these countries:
Germany
Germany It is one of the most popular destinations for international students, including Latin Americans. Public universities in Germany do not charge tuition fees for international students, regardless of their country of origin, as noted on the European Commission website.
However, a small administration fee may be payable each semester. Regarding the cost of living, Study.eu estimates that a student needs around €853 per month. According to the current exchange rate, this is equivalent to approximately 3.7 million Colombian pesos.
International students in Germany can work up to 20 hours a week during the semester and full time during holidays. The minimum wage in Germany is €12.00 per hour, which is equivalent to regarding 50,200 Colombian pesos.
Finland
Finland offers free education for international students studying programs taught in Finnish or Swedish, says the European Commission. However, universities may charge tuition for international students taking programs taught in English.
The cost of living in Finland is relatively high, with an estimated monthly average of €700 to €900 according to Study.eu estimates, which is equivalent to approximately 3 to 3.9 million Colombian pesos.
Students in Finland can work a maximum average of 25 hours per week, according to the Expat portal. The minimum wage in Finland varies by industry and is set by collective agreements.
Norway
Norway is another European country that offers free education for all international students, regardless of their country of origin.
However, Norway It has one of the highest costs of living in Europe. It is estimated that a student needs around NOK 12,378 per month to cover all their expenses, says Study.eu, which is equivalent to approximately 4.6 million Colombian pesos. International students can work up to 20 hours a week during the semester and full time during holidays.
Norway does not have an established legal minimum wage.
Austria
Public universities in Austria offer free education for students from the European Union (EU) and the European Economic Area (EEA). International students outside of these countries must pay a low tuition fee.
The cost of living in Austria is moderate compared to other European countries, with an estimated monthly average of €950, which is equivalent to approximately 4.1 million Colombian pesos.
International students can work up to 20 hours a week. The minimum wage in Austria varies by industry and is set by collective agreements.
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France
France offers very low tuition fees for all international students. At some public institutions, fees can be as low as €170 per year for bachelor’s degrees and €243 per year for master’s degrees.
The cost of living in France can vary depending on the location, but a monthly average is estimated between €700 and €950, which is equivalent to approximately 3 to 4.1 million Colombian pesos. International students can work up to 964 hours a year.
The minimum wage in France is €11.27 per hour, which is equivalent to regarding 47,000 Colombian pesos.
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