1. STUDY ABROAD
FEE OR FREE?
etc net
Rodney Josephson

2. International Education

What do I need to think about regarding
foreign study?
− Price of tuition, living expenses.
− Quality and return on investment
− Safety at school's location
− Cultural aspects of location (Multi cultural)
− Brand, reputation, standards
− Time studying
− Overall life goals

3. Quality, Return on Investment

Universities are either free or paid.
− Free universities don't actually advertise like
tuition based ones.
− Are you going for learning or social status?

If you want social status then Harvard is the one
(2 million RMB plus).

If you want an education then most can provide
that.
− The fees must provide a return covering all
costs over time, otherwise its not a good
investment!

4. Tuition, Institution

Does high price mean best education?
− No! Some top universities are free!
− Consider 1,000,000 RMB tuition, plus other
expenses. What job could you get after
graduation?

Can the salary return your investment?
− Most universities use floating
professors/faculty.
− Most universities use the same text books/
materials.
− Cost of living varies at each location.

5. Location Safety

What are some safety issues I need to
consider?
− Crime rate
− Cultures, religions
− Location of university
− Political unrest
− Student body (where others are from)
− Food, air, water related quality

6. Brand, Standards

Most state and national universities offer top
standards in their programs.

Private universities demand money to cover
marketing, sales and branding activities.

Since most topics at school are common,
the same books are generally used at all
locations.

Internationally Accredited Universities use
same standards

7. Culture and Food

Will the location you choose provide culture,
food, drink, and healthy environment?
− Some locations may have limited culture
mixing, poor access to good foods, and
overall unhealthy conditions.
− If you are going to live there for 2 or more
years you better get the best you can.

8. Life Goals

What is most important in my life?

What education do I need to prosper?

Where should I go to fulfill my dream?

What is the overall best investment for my
money?

What is my dream job, position, business?

9. Etc Net Education Consulting

Know before you go consulting!

A full interview of possible goals, providing options to
locations around the world.

Trends of business and possible professions of the
future so you choose what is best for you.

Evaluation to find the profession you want to do.

Training to improve test scores.

Application process and assistance.

Assistance in getting help abroad

Full packages or hourly consultation available.
− Contact for more information

10. Etc Net Education Consulting

Know before you go consulting!

A full interview of possible goals, providing options to
locations around the world.

Trends of business and possible professions of the
future so you choose what is best for you.

Evaluation to find the profession you want to do.

Training to improve test scores.

Application process and assistance.

Assistance in getting help abroad

Full packages or hourly consultation available.
− Contact for more information