USA Overview
Costs
Expenses, Tuition Fee & Living Costs
The most apparent cost advantage of studying in the UK is the lesser duration of the programs: 3yrs for UG degree and only 1 year for Masters degree. This means lesser expenses than other destinations (like the US, CANADA).
A brief idea can be got from the following table:
| University Type | Average Tuition Fees (annual in U.S. Dollars) |
|---|---|
| Private Institutions (High Cost) | $ 35,000 |
| Private Institutions (Low Cost) | $ 18,000 |
| State Institutions (High Cost) | $ 25,000 |
| State Institutions (Low Cost) | $ 12,000 |
The tuition fee is different for different universities and varies widely with courses. It can vary from as low as $ 10000 a year for state universities to as much as $ 35000 per annum for some private universities. For more specific details, please contact the universities.
Living Expenses
The approximate annual living expenses are about $10,000, which includes accommodation as well as other daily expenses. However, the expenses are different for different people depending on the lifestyles and this is just a rough idea. The main expenses can be split up as:
| University Type | Average Tuition Fees (annual in U.S. Dollars) |
|---|---|
| Rent | $ 400 per month (you can live alone with that amount in a place like Auburn or share an apartment with 6 people in NY) |
| Groceries | $ 100 per month |
| Utilities | $ 100 per month |
| Phone | $ 100 per month |
| Sundry | $ 200 per month |
So, about $1000 per month is a good estimation. Most people can survive with $700-$1000 a month. The key here is to share apartments/houses so that you save on the utilities, fixed charge portion of phone and to some extent on groceries.