What do you need to know to study abroad?
GPAs and Requirements
Each country evaluates your high school GPA differently, also depending on the course you are applying for. Some require specific exams, others focus more on your motivation and letters of recommendation or even your portfolio.
The Budget
From free or very low tuition fees (like in Denmark or the Netherlands) to systems with merit-based scholarships. Financial planning is a very important step, so try to outline what your limit is.
The Deadlines
Abroad, applications often open in October and close as early as January or March. Whenever you can, try to plan ahead.
Language of Instruction
Do you want your course to be taught in English? Do you have any certification of your fluency level? Some universities may ask for a test to verify your proficiency.
Most Popular Destinations for Bachelor’s Degrees
United Kingdom
Ireland
Netherlands
United States
Denmark
Spain
Malta
How do we help you with your application for a Bachelor’s degree abroad?
At StudyWing, our first step is always to align expectations, goals, and find your ideal path, completely free of charge.
Orientation Meeting:
We talk to you to understand your goals, your profile, your GPA, the course you want to study, and your destination preferences. And, of course, clarify any questions that you or your parents might have.
Search for Options:
We analyze academic options within your parameters and present you with a search of universities and courses that fit what you are looking for.
Our goal is for you to know exactly what is available to you before you make any decisions.
After choosing your final options, you can choose the level of support that best suits your needs for us to proceed with the applications.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
It is ideal to start at the beginning of your final year of high school (or even the year before), as many universities close applications in the middle of the school year.
Not necessarily! Although you will be living in another country, the vast majority of students we support apply for bachelor’s degrees taught 100% in English. Countries like the Netherlands, Ireland, or Italy have a huge range of courses in this language. To get in, the main requirement will be to prove your level of English through an official exam (such as IELTS or TOEFL) — and we will help you understand which one you need and how to prepare.
Yes, in most cases! However, how grades are evaluated varies greatly from country to country. Some destinations place much more weight on your cumulative high school GPA (all years of secondary education), while others require specific national or standardized exams in subjects related to your chosen field of study. At StudyWing, we analyze your profile to ensure your academic records and exam results work in your favor at the right universities.
Not necessarily. It varies depending on the course and the university. However, there are countries and universities that value your profile, extracurricular activities, and motivation letter more than just your high school grades. It may also depend on the specific program or university you are applying to.
Studying abroad is not an exclusive privilege for a few. Costs vary significantly depending on the destination, but there are options for every budget. In many European countries, tuition fees are similar to (or even lower than) those at private universities in many other regions, and in some cases, tuition is free.
Furthermore, there are merit-based scholarships, government housing subsidies, and highly accessible student financing systems available to international students. We help you crunch the numbers and align your goals with the most financially sustainable options for your family.
Absolutely. Thanks to the Bologna Process, academic degrees are harmonized across the European Union. This means your bachelor’s degree will have automatic recognition in your home country and any other European nation. You will finish your course with a global diploma, highly valued by companies both at home and abroad.