Is it better to study in the USA or Germany? Students face this most common dilemma when deciding to study abroad. But Don’t worry, we have got you covered! In this blog, we will compare the USA and Germany to make your decision-making process easy. We will discuss factors like Cost of Living, Tuition fees, Country environment, employment opportunities, and salary so that you can make an informed decision.
Cost of Living
If we study, we can’t ignore the living cost in that country. So here we will compare the USA and Germany’s living costs for a student.
USA
In the USA, the cost of living range between ₹79703 – ₹119555 ($1000-$1500). But it can vary on your interest and which state you are studying in.
Germany
Germany is slightly cheaper than the USA. The average cost of living as a student in Germany is around ₹67,622 (€850)
Both countries’ cost of living includes your room rent, travel expenses, expenditures for food, clothing, study materials, etc.
Tuition Fee
Tuition Fee is the primary factor in comparing both countries in terms of Study. Let’s take a view on the tuition fees in both the countries
USA
Tuition fee in the USA is higher than in Germany. It ranges between ₹19,92,501– ₹43,83,502
($25000–$55000) a year. It all depends on the course you enrol in and University you study in.
Germany
On the other hand, you can study in Germany for free because In Germany there are two types of universities Private Universities and Public Universities. Studying in Public Universities is free. You just need to pay a small contribution as a semester fee ranging between €65 to €230.
But if you study in Private universities, it ranges between ₹20,67,290–₹31,80,446 (€26000–€40000). Again it all depends on the courses you take and University you study in.
Country Environment
Now that we have discussed most things on both countries let’s deep dive into countries’ environments. Knowing about countries’ weather, language, and health system is also essential.
USA
1. The USA is a big country, so it varies according to state. Like in New Mexico and Texas, there will be higher temperatures. It will be cold if you are studying in Washington or Minnesota. So It depends on which state you choose for studying.
2. Language is not an issue to study in the USA because English is used here.
3. Healthcare cost in the USA is prohibitive in the USA. So make sure you have good coverage as health insurance.
Germany
1. In Germany, It’s usually cold and rainy.
2. When it comes to the language, it can be challenging to study because there could be a language barrier if you do not know German. However, most universities’ study programs are taught in English, so that won’t be an issue.
3. It is required to have health insurance for students studying in Germany. The health care system is considered one of the best worldwide.
Employment opportunities and Salary
There are plenty of job opportunities available in both countries. This is because both countries are economically sound. Even in Germany, you get additional 18 months visa to find a job by yourself.
USA
There are more job opportunities in the USA than in Germany or most countries. This is because getting a job in the USA is much more accessible, and from the salary aspect, the USA has Higher Salary packages. However, when it comes to Visa availability in the USA, getting a working H1B Visa is very difficult.
And If we talk about Salary, the average salary in the USA is around ₹59,56,951($56,000). But it all depends on our profession and skills.
Germany
Particularly Germany is famous for the automotive sector. But there are two factors of that if you know the german language then it’s more accessible to get a job in Germany except for the particular case of a computer engineer.
If we talk about Visa availability, if you get a job in Germany, you can apply for a German Resident Permit or EU Blue card that allows you to work in Germany. After two years of working in Germany, you are eligible to apply for a Permanent Resident Permit. After eight years of working, you are also eligible to apply for citizenship in Germany. So Overall, it’s easier than the USA.
The average pay package in Germany is around ₹34,99,070 (€44,000). However, again salary range can go higher according to the profession.