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    Course Cost: Engineering Programmes At Top Colleges Of The World

    By Aniket Pande
    30 Jan'23  7 min read
    Course Cost: Engineering Programmes At Top Colleges Of The World
    Synopsis

    For a student who wants to pursue an international engineering degree, cost often becomes a deciding factor. Here are top five engineering colleges across the world and the cost of their programme that will surely add value to your career objective.

    Course Cost: Engineering Programmes At Top Colleges Of The World
    Synopsis

    For a student who wants to pursue an international engineering degree, cost often becomes a deciding factor. Here are top five engineering colleges across the world and the cost of their programme that will surely add value to your career objective.

    It’s only human to dream of studying at the best college and get the best job. But, to truly make it happen, you need two things – exceptionally good grades and enough funding. One can even avail scholarships to get the required financial support, but remember, these are also awarded to meritorious students only. So, if you’re someone who has good grades in PCM (Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics) in your Class 11 and 12 and wish to study at any of the best engineering colleges in the world, this article is for you.
    Below is the list of the top five engineering colleges in the world as per QS rankings and the cost of studying there for Indian students:

    MIT (Massachusetts Institute of Technology), USA

    According to the QS World University Rankings, MIT is ranked number one for three years in a row. Known for its engineering and technology programme, the Institute is known for its distinguished faculty and extraordinary facilities. Research holds great importance for the MIT family, almost one-third of the faculty are scholars and their research accounts for 54 per cent of MIT’s total expenditure annually – a total of USD 415,885,399 was spent on research in 2021.

    Aeronautical/ aerospace/ astronautical engineering, computer engineering, chemical engineering, communications/ electrical/ electronic engineering, mechanical engineering and material engineering are some of the popular specialisations at MIT. It was rated second best to study bioengineering/biomedical engineering and nuclear engineering. Civil engineering at MIT stands at the seventh position and environmental engineering is ranked at the eighth position.

    Cost Of A BTech/BE At MIT

    Expense

    Cost in Dollars*

    Description

    Tuition

    57,590

    Tuition fee also covers medical and specialist care at no extra cost.

    Housing

    11,980

    First-year students need to stay on campus. Students can change their accommodation type only after semester 1.

    Student Life Fee

    396

    This covers fitness, student organisation, clubs and sports activities.

    Meals

    6,810

    There are many dining options available. It is charged yearly.

    Personal expenses

    2,224

    It varies from student to student but the basic charge of $2,224 is towards the laundry, clothing and other bills.

    Books and supplies

    850

    It varies from student to student but the basic charge of $850 aids the student.

    Total

    79,850


    *Data from 2022-23

    • Approximately, it is 65 lakh per annum in Indian currency plus the student visa charges to the US.

    • The good news is that financial aid is available but you can apply for it after the institute has accepted your admission. MIT will offer you financial aid depending on your spending power. In certain cases, 100 per cent financial aid is also available.

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    University of Cambridge, United Kingdom

    Studying at one of the oldest universities in the world – the University of Cambridge is an experience in itself. Ranked at number two by QS World University Ranking for Engineering and Technology in 2022. The University has a long history of excellence in both teaching and research.

    It offers some of the best engineering courses, with many of its departments ranked among the top 10 in their fields. Students who study engineering at Cambridge have access to a wide range of facilities including laboratories, workshops and computer facilities as well as practical experience through work placement opportunities.

    Fees For Engineering at University of Cambridge

    Expense

    Cost in Pound*

    Description

    Tuition Fees

    37,293

    Fees for Chemical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering and Computer Engineering

    College Fees

    37,293

    Covers the cost of studying and other university facilities that you may use during the studies

    Living Costs

    12,400

    Cost to cover your expenses and lead a healthy lifestyle.

    Total

    86,986


    *Data from 2022-23

    • Approximately, it would you Rs. 88 lakh per annum without scholarship or financial aid to study at the University of Cambridge plus the visa cost.

    University of Oxford, United Kingdom

    The second oldest university in the world, the University of Oxford stands at number three in the QS World University Ranking in the category for engineering and technology in the year 2022. The Department of Engineering of Oxford is popular for its research and teaching methodologies. The undergraduate course in engineering is a four-year course that awards the student with a Master of Engineering degree.

    Students can opt for specialisation in the third and fourth years. You can choose from Mechanical, Civil, Information, Electrical, Chemical and Biomedical Engineering as your specialisation.

    Four-year engineering course at Oxford

    Expense

    Cost in Pound*

    Description

    Annual Course Fees

    44,240

    This covers your cost of studying at the university, participating in academic activities and making use of facilities.

    Living costs

    11,610 to 16,650 per annum

    This cost includes your food, accommodation, study costs, other activities and personal expenses.

    • The animal fees come up to Rs. 46 lakh per annum and the living costs range between Rs. 11 to Rs. 16 lakh per annum

    • Visa cost is not included

    Nanyang Technological University, Singapore (NTU)

    Nanyang Technological University (NTU) is a public research university in Singapore. NTU is ranked number one in Asia and number four in the world for engineering courses by QS World University Ranking in 2022.

    The school offers courses in mechanical, civil, electrical and electronics engineering. It also offers courses in computer science and information technology with a focus on artificial intelligence.

    Cost A BTech/BE Course At NTU

    Expenses

    Cost in Dollars

    Description

    Tuition fees for

    Business & Computer Engineering

    20,300 p.a.

    Cost of studying in college and accessing facilities such as laboratories, research and other services

    Tuition fees for Renaissance Engineering Programme

    38,580 p.a.

    Cost of pursuing Renaissance Engineering and using research and other facilities provided by the institute.

    Tuition for other Engineering Courses

    17,735 p.a.

    This covers your cost of studying at the university, participating in academic activities and making use of college services.

    Miscellaneous Fees

    453 p.a.

    This includes the cost of providing IT, other services and amenities to the students during their stay

    Cost of living

    7,000 p.a.

    It includes a double sharing room provided by the university and $300 per month for food and personal expenses

    • For Business & Computer Engineering it is Rs. 18 lakh annually and Renaissance Engineering Programme it is Rs. 38 lakh annually

    • Other engineering courses cost a total of Rs. 21 lakh annually.

    Also Read: Smart Ways To Pay Off Your Student Loan, Become Debt-Free Quickly

    Stanford University, USA

    Stanford University is a private research university in Stanford, California. It was founded in 1891 by Leland Stanford, former Governor of California, as an all-male school. Today, it is coeducational and remains one of the most prestigious universities in the world. Stanford is ranked number at fifth position by QS World University Ranking for 2022.
    The Stanford School of Engineering has six major interdepartmental and 10 departmental courses. These courses include Aeronautics and Astronautics (AA), BioEngineering, Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Environmental Systems Engineering, Management Science Engineering, Material Science and Engineering and Mechanical Engineering.

    Cost studying engineering at Stanford University

    Expense

    Cost in Dollars

    Tuition fees

    57,693

    Student Allowance

    2,145

    Books and Supplies

    1,350

    Personal expenses

    2,355

    Room

    18,619

    Total

    82,162

    *Data from 2022-23

    • The total cost translates to approximately Rs. 67 lakh per year. An additional one-time payment of $775 (=Rs. 63,000) is to be paid by the new students as registration and documentation fees.

    • The university also provides financial assistance to deserving students

    We hope that the above information helps you chart your international degree journey. The institutes and universities listed above are known for their quality education, impeccable research facilities, breakthrough innovations and prestigious placements. Being a student here will not only add value of certification but equip you with an experience of a lifetime.

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