Skip the Debt: The 12 Most Affordable Countries for a World-Class Degree in English

11. Malaysia: Southeast Asian Affordability

Malaysia is fast becoming an international education hotspot with some of Asia’s best-value degrees. Tuition is typically $2,000–$5,000 per year; expect to pay $400–$700 monthly for housing and food. English is an official language, and many universities teach programs entirely in English, especially in business, technology, and health sciences. Kuala Lumpur, the capital, boasts innovative university campuses and a diverse, cosmopolitan student scene. Now home to respected branch campuses of UK and Australian universities, Malaysia fuses academic reputation with Southeast Asian vibrancy at an accessible price point.