So you decided to study abroad, the question now – WHERE? With the multitudes of possibilities and wonderful places to earn a degree at, deciding where exactly is quite a job. Fortunately, this article might help you find, maybe not the one, but at least some of the best places to study abroad.

Topping the list in terms of the number of students housed for foreign studies is the United States. It is a very appealing country for Asians and other students that do not have English as a mother tongue. The language is seen as the main reason why these students are choosing the country. Since English is the universal language, it takes less effort adjusting as most of these students have it as a second language or are at least familiar with it. Aside from which, the country is highly cosmopolitan. It is not hard to blend in as most cultures are actually represented in the country. It is also where world renowned universities like Harvard, Berkeley and Yale are. These universities have gained prestige in the last decades.

The old world ranks second with Paris, France and London, UK as its top contenders. Other cities like Edinburgh of Scotland, Florence and Rome in Italy and Barcelona of Spain are very popular destinations for international students as well. Commonly, it is those who study linguistics, history, culinary, theater and fashion who choose these cities. The old world presents a very appealing flux of today and the glorious world way back. Europe still presents a renaissance appeal, especially in academia. This being the reason, it is still viewed as among the very best places to study abroad. Studying here is also a little cheaper as compared to prime cities in the United States.

Australia holds a reputable post also as a lead host for foreign students. The country is very appealing to those who like the comforts of the first world in far more relaxed metropolitan set ups. The climate in the country is also an adage. Most students also take advantage of Australian diploma as a gateway to the UK. This is also true to certifications obtained from New Zealand, which is also given a priority by employers in the UK. Together with New Zealand, following closely are Germany and Canada. These two countries also have a multitude of students. Canada is known for being the safest and healthiest place to live in (and study at) as declared by the United Nations. Germany on the other hand, has an almost similar environment.

Other countries to also consider are China, Mexico, Costa Rica, Czech Republic and Argentina. These countries also have a reputation in foreign studies.

Finding the best places to study abroad is easy, but finding the one depends on many factors. But at the end of the day, the country you can fancy as a second home should definitely be the one.