China
China offers scholarships of up to 100% at state universities with strong world rankings, making it one of the most affordable options for undergraduate study. Scholarships of up to 100% (covering tuition and accommodation) Undergraduate: A/L or diploma 70%+ Postgraduate: GPA 3.0+ IELTS not mandatory Entrance exams required for Bachelor’s degree applicants One-time cost covers the entire application process State universities with strong world rankings Undergraduate: age under 25; Postgraduate: age under 30 Show funds: 2,500 USD per year Family not allowed to accompany English medium instruction
Malaysia
Malaysia offers an affordable, accessible study pathway with no show fund requirement and scholarships available for eligible students. Undergraduate: age under 25; Postgraduate: age under 30 IELTS not mandatory Undergraduate: A/L 50% Postgraduate: GPA 2.2+ Estimated budget: 1.5 million+ (LKR) No show funds required Scholarships available
Singapore
Singapore combines a globally respected education system with no show fund requirement and accessible entry criteria. Undergraduate: age under 25; Postgraduate: age under 30 IELTS not mandatory Undergraduate: A/L 50% Postgraduate: GPA 2.2+ Estimated budget: 1.5 million+ (LKR) No show funds required Scholarships available
India
India offers one of the most affordable study options available, with no show fund requirement and scholarships of up to 50%. No age limits IELTS not mandatory Undergraduate: A/L 50% Postgraduate: GPA 2.2+ Estimated budget: 1 million (LKR), including food and accommodation No show funds required Scholarships of up to 50%
Dubai
Dubai offers no age limits, full-time work rights, and no show fund requirement, making it one of the most accessible study destinations. No age limits IELTS not mandatory Undergraduate: A/L 50% Postgraduate: GPA 2.7+ Estimated budget: 2 million+ (LKR) No show funds required Full-time work rights Scholarships of up to 30%
South Korea
South Korea offers English medium instruction, scholarships of up to 100%, and genuine PR pathways for international students. IELTS mandatory Post-study work rights of 6 months to 2 years PR pathways available Partners not allowed to accompany English medium instruction Estimated budget: 2 million+ (LKR) Undergraduate: A/L 60%, age below 23 Postgraduate: GPA 2.7+, age below 30 Show funds: 20,000 USD 4 to 6 month bank statement, source of funds and income flow required Scholarships of up to 100%