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Study Abroad Destinations for Bangladeshi Students

Sunrise Study Abroad helps Bangladeshi students apply to universities in 12 featured destinations: Italy, Finland, Hungary, Norway, Cyprus, Canada, Turkey, Malta, Greece, Malaysia, the USA, China and in other countries around the world. Italy and Türkiye's state universities have the lowest tuition of the 12; Canada and the USA cost the most.

Written and reviewed by Anisuzzaman Kiron, Founder & CEO · Updated

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Featured destinations

Which 12 countries does Sunrise feature?

Sunrise Study Abroad features 12 destinations for Bangladeshi students: eight in Europe, plus Canada, the USA, Malaysia and China. Each country guide covers universities, costs, scholarships and the student visa from Bangladesh.

Tuition shows the range or example in the comparison table, last verified .

Choosing a country

Which country fits your budget and goals?

The right country depends on your budget, your English score and when you can start. Italy and Türkiye cost the least in tuition, Hungary, China and Türkiye offer government scholarships, and Greece sets the lowest living-cost minimum for the visa.

Which of Sunrise's 12 featured destinations suits each study goal
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The lowest tuitionItaly, TurkeyThe University of Bologna's reduced fee is €657–757 a year; Türkiye's state universities charge €250–1,200.
A government scholarshipHungary, China, TurkeyBangladesh is a Stipendium Hungaricum partner country (tuition plus HUF 43,700 a month). China has the Chinese Government Scholarship and Türkiye has Türkiye Scholarships.
A low living-cost proofGreece, HungaryGreece's visa minimum is €400 a month; living costs in Hungary are estimated at €500–600 a month.
A lower English scoreNorway, HungaryNorway's minimum for a Bachelor's is IELTS 5.0; ELTE in Hungary asks for B2 or IELTS 5.5. See studying abroad without IELTS.
To start in January to MarchMalta, Hungary, Cyprus, Canada, Malaysia, USAThese six have a second intake as well as the autumn one, and some Finnish programmes start in January. Norway has an August intake only.

From Bangladesh, plan the money first. Every destination asks for proof that you can pay your living costs, usually a bank solvency certificate and statement from you or a sponsor. The amount each country asks for is in the comparison table below, and the paperwork is in our student visa guide.

Compare the 12

How do the 12 destinations compare on cost, intakes and English?

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Italy and Türkiye's state universities have the lowest tuition among our 12 featured destinations, and Italy offers Bangladeshi students a reduced flat fee at many universities. Canada and the USA cost the most. Finland and Norway set the highest official living-cost minimums in Europe: €800 and NOK 15,488 a month.

Tuition, living cost, intakes and English requirements for 12 study destinations, for students from Bangladesh
CountryTuition / yearLiving cost / monthIntakesEnglish
Italy€657–757Bologna reduced fee for Bangladesh€848Visa minimum (€10,179.85/yr)Sep–OctPre-enrol on Universitaly in spring–summerB2 levele.g. IELTS 6.0, Politecnico di Milano MSc
Finland€9,000–20,000English-taught degrees€800Migri minimumAug–SepSome programmes start in JanuaryIELTS 6.5e.g. University of Helsinki Master's
Hungary€5,400–7,000Non-medical, e.g. ELTE, Pécs€500–600EU Study in Europe estimateSep · FebFebruary at some universitiesB2 / IELTS 5.5e.g. ELTE
NorwayNOK 176,300–205,600e.g. NTNU 2026/27NOK 15,488UDI minimum 2026/27August onlyApply by about 1 DecemberIELTS 5.0 / 6.5Bachelor's minimum / e.g. UiB Master's
Cyprus€10,320–11,820e.g. University of Nicosia Bachelor'sNo fixed amountShow €800 balance (UCY rule)Autumn · SpringMost universitiesIELTS 6.5e.g. University of Cyprus MSc
CanadaCAD 41,746Average undergraduate (StatCan)CAD 1,954IRCC minimum (CAD 23,448/yr)Sep · JanMay at some collegesIELTS 6.5e.g. University of Toronto
Turkey€250–1,200State universities; private €4,000–20,000€400–800EU Study in Europe estimateSeptemberMain intakeUni exam or prep yeare.g. METU; check IELTS acceptance
MaltaSet per programmeSee the University of Malta fee tableNo fixed amount"Sufficient resources" ruleOct · FebUniversity of MaltaIELTS 6.0 / 6.5Bachelor's / Master's, University of Malta
Greece€5,000–15,000English-taught programmes€400Visa minimumSep–OctCheck each programmeB2 levele.g. AUEB
MalaysiaRM60,900–132,100Whole Bachelor's, e.g. Universiti Malaya~RM1,000Universiti Malaya estimateOct · Mare.g. Universiti MalayaIELTS 6.0e.g. postgraduate
USAUSD 31,880Average public undergraduate; private USD 45,000No fixed amountCost shown on your I-20Aug–Sep · JanFall and SpringIELTS 6.5e.g. graduate programmes
ChinaRMB 20,000–30,000Bachelor's, e.g. Tsinghua UniversityVaries by cityVisa: show USD 2,500 a yearSeptemberMain intakeIELTS 6.0–6.5English-taught; HSK 4 for Chinese-taught Master's

"e.g." means one university's published figure, not a national range. Living cost shows the visa minimum where the government sets one. Each country name links to its full guide.

Sources (checked 14 Oct 2026)

Beyond the 12

Which other countries can Sunrise help you with?

Sunrise Study Abroad also helps Bangladeshi students apply to universities outside the 12 featured destinations, including Australia (with Tasmania), New Zealand, Germany, the UK and the other countries below. Each one shows the typical cost and the main entry requirements.

Study in Australia

Australian universities and TAFE institutes set tuition for each course. For the Student visa (subclass 500) you show at least AUD 29,710 for a year's living costs and an English score of IELTS 6.0 or equivalent.

Tuition
e.g. AUD 40,950 a year, University of Tasmania Bachelor of Laws (2027)
Living-cost proof
AUD 29,710 a year
English
IELTS 6.0 or equivalent for the Student visa
Work while studying
Up to 48 hours a fortnight during term

Including Tasmania

  • University of Tasmania: campuses in Hobart, Launceston and Cradle Coast; the Tasmanian International Merit Scholarship takes 30% off tuition for eligible 2027 starters.
  • TasTAFE: vocational courses, e.g. the Diploma of Hospitality Management, AUD 8,645 for 26 weeks, with February and July (Launceston) intakes.
  • After you graduate: eligible University of Tasmania graduates can get an extra year on the second Temporary Graduate visa.
Australia guide Talk to a counsellor

Study in New Zealand

New Zealand universities set tuition for each programme. For a fee-paying student visa you show at least NZD 20,000 for your first year's living costs, on top of your tuition fees.

Tuition
e.g. NZD 42,236–72,158 a year, University of Auckland Bachelor's (2027)
Living-cost proof
NZD 20,000 for the first year
English
e.g. IELTS 6.0, no band below 5.5 (University of Auckland undergraduate)
Work while studying
Up to 25 hours a week during semester

After you graduate

  • Post-Study Work Visa: stay and work in New Zealand for up to 3 years, depending on the level and length of your qualification.
  • Degree-level graduates (level 7 or higher) can work in any job; other eligible graduates work in a job related to their study.
  • Plan the money early: the NZD 20,000 living-cost proof is on top of your first year's tuition, so your bank solvency must cover both.
New Zealand guide Talk to a counsellor

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Studying in Germany from Bangladesh

Most state universities in Germany charge no tuition fees, including for international students. The exception is Baden-Württemberg, which charges non-EU students €1,500 per semester. Every student also pays a semester contribution of about €100–350.

Tuition
None at most state universities; €1,500 per semester in Baden-Württemberg
Living-cost proof
€11,904 a year in a blocked account (€992 a month)
Entry requirements
HSC alone usually does not give direct entry to a Bachelor's at a state university, so many Bangladeshi students take a Studienkolleg (foundation year) first or come for a Master's. English-taught programmes ask for English proof such as IELTS.
Talk to us about Germany

Studying in the UK from Bangladesh

UK universities set their own fees for international students: £11,400–38,000 a year for undergraduate degrees and £9,000–30,000 for postgraduate degrees. Student visa applicants must also show a set amount for living costs.

Tuition
£11,400–38,000 a year (undergraduate); £9,000–30,000 (postgraduate)
Living-cost proof
£1,529 a month in London or £1,171 outside London, for up to 9 months, held for 28 days in a row
Entry requirements
English at CEFR B2 for degree-level study, plus the grades each university sets.
Talk to us about the UK

Studying in Sweden from Bangladesh

Sweden charges non-EU students tuition of about SEK 80,000–295,000 a year. Applications for the autumn 2027 intake open on 16 October 2026 and close on 15 January 2027 on University Admissions in Sweden.

Tuition
SEK 80,000–295,000 a year, plus a SEK 900 application fee
Living-cost proof
SEK 10,656 a month (applications made in 2026)
Entry requirements
HSC for a Bachelor's or a Bachelor's for a Master's, plus English proof; you apply through universityadmissions.se.
Talk to us about Sweden

Studying in Ireland from Bangladesh

Irish universities charge international students about €10,300–29,000 a year for an undergraduate business degree and €14,500–28,500 for engineering or science (2025/26). Medicine costs much more.

Tuition
€10,300–29,000 (business), €14,500–28,500 (engineering and science), €13,500–28,200 (arts) a year, undergraduate 2025/26
Living-cost proof
Immediate access to at least €10,000 for the first year (visa-required nationals)
Entry requirements
The grades and English score each university sets for your course.
Talk to us about Ireland

Studying in Switzerland from Bangladesh

Swiss public universities charge international students CHF 435–4,000 per semester in 2026–27. Each canton sets the money you must show for a student residence permit: CHF 21,000 in Zurich and CHF 24,000 in Basel.

Tuition
CHF 435–4,000 per semester (2026–27)
Living-cost proof
CHF 21,000 (Zurich) or CHF 24,000 (Basel), set by each canton
Entry requirements
The grades and English or language level each university sets for your programme.
Talk to us about Switzerland Switzerland guide

Studying in France from Bangladesh

France's public universities charge non-EU students €2,902 a year for a Bachelor's and €3,950 a year for a Master's in 2026–27. From 1 August 2026, student visa applicants must show €877.50 a month, up from €615.

Tuition
€2,902 (Bachelor's) and €3,950 (Master's) a year at public universities, 2026–27
Living-cost proof
€877.50 a month (from 1 August 2026)
Entry requirements
French-taught programmes need French proof; English-taught programmes need English proof such as IELTS.
Talk to us about France

Studying in the Netherlands from Bangladesh

Dutch universities charge non-EU students about €9,000–20,000 a year for a Bachelor's and €12,000–30,000 for a Master's. Your university applies for your residence permit as its recognised sponsor.

Tuition
€9,000–20,000 (Bachelor's) and €12,000–30,000 (Master's) a year
Living-cost proof
€1,130.77 a month in 2026 (university or HBO)
Entry requirements
The grades and English score each university sets; the university applies to the IND for your residence permit.
Talk to us about the Netherlands

Studying in Japan from Bangladesh

National universities in Japan cost about ¥820,000 in the first year. Private universities cost about ¥1,300,000 a year for undergraduate study and ¥1,100,000 for graduate study (excluding medicine, dentistry and pharmacy).

Tuition
About ¥820,000 in the first year (national); about ¥1,300,000 (private, undergraduate)
Entry requirements
12 years of school education, which HSC completes. English-taught Bachelor's programmes ask for about IELTS 5.5–6 or TOEFL iBT 71–80; Japanese-taught programmes ask for JLPT N1 or N2 and the EJU.
Talk to us about Japan

Studying in Estonia from Bangladesh

Estonian universities charge about €1,500–15,000 a year for Bachelor's and Master's programmes. Students applying for a residence permit for study need a legal income of at least €880 a month in 2026.

Tuition
About €1,500–15,000 a year (Bachelor's and Master's)
Living-cost proof
€880 a month (2026)
Entry requirements
HSC for a Bachelor's or a Bachelor's for a Master's, plus the English score each university sets.
Talk to us about Estonia Estonia guide

Studying in Lithuania from Bangladesh

Lithuania is one of the lower-cost options in the EU: tuition starts at about €1,300 a year for a Bachelor's and €2,300 for a Master's.

Tuition
From about €1,300 a year (Bachelor's) and €2,300 (Master's)
Living-cost proof
€577 a month for 12 months plus €1,153 for the journey home (€8,077), for a temporary residence permit
Entry requirements
HSC for a Bachelor's or a Bachelor's for a Master's, plus English proof set by each university.
Talk to us about Lithuania

Looking at a country that is not listed here? Sunrise handles universities around the world. Ask a counsellor about it.

Sources (checked 27–28 Oct 2026)

FAQ

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Which country is cheapest for Bangladeshi students?

Of Sunrise's 12 featured destinations, Italy and Türkiye have the lowest tuition: the University of Bologna's reduced fee is €657–757 a year, and Türkiye's state universities charge €250–1,200. Outside the 12, most of Germany's state universities charge no tuition, but you must show €11,904 a year in a blocked account.

Can I study abroad without IELTS?

Yes, at some universities. English rules differ by university: some accept other proof of English, and some Turkish universities, such as METU, use their own English exam or a preparatory year. Our guide to studying abroad without IELTS lists the options by country.

Which countries have a January intake?

Malta, Hungary, Cyprus, Canada, Malaysia and the USA have a second intake between January and March, as well as the autumn intake. Norway has an August intake only, and you apply by about 1 December.

Which countries offer government scholarships to Bangladeshi students?

Hungary, China and Türkiye do. Bangladesh is a Stipendium Hungaricum partner country, and the scholarship covers tuition and pays HUF 43,700 a month. China offers the Chinese Government Scholarship and Türkiye offers Türkiye Scholarships. See all study abroad scholarships.

How much money do I need to show for a student visa?

It depends on the country. For example, Finland asks for €800 a month, Norway NOK 15,488 a month, Germany €11,904 a year and the UK £1,171–1,529 a month. Bangladeshi applicants usually show this with a bank solvency certificate and statement; our student visa guide explains the papers.

Can Bangladeshi students study in Tasmania?

Yes. Tasmania is an Australian state, so you apply for the same Australian Student visa (subclass 500) and show at least AUD 29,710 a year for living costs. Sunrise helps students apply to the University of Tasmania and TasTAFE; see studying in Tasmania above.

Does Sunrise only work with these 12 countries?

No. The 12 are Sunrise Study Abroad's featured destinations, but Sunrise helps students apply to universities around the world, including Australia, New Zealand, Germany, the UK, Estonia, Switzerland and the other countries on this page.

Is the consultation to choose a country free?

Yes. Your first consultation with Sunrise Study Abroad is free. A counsellor compares the countries that fit your results and budget; book it here or visit our office in Dhaka or Sylhet.

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